Adopted Mommy

We hope everyone had a wonderful Easter!

Mommy finally got an opportunity to take both Katarina and David to see the Easter Bunny this morning. The little princess was just in awe of the furry guy! Last time we walked around the mall, Katarina asked if we could see the Easter Bunny. Unfortunately, their outfits weren't purchased yet, so she was disappointed. Target is AWESOME for children's holiday clothes (they basically wear them a couple of times anyways, so why pay a bunch of money)! Dina was pleased with the deals offered for the kids' Easter outfits! Yesterday was David's hearing at the court to terminate parental rights. Well, unfortunately that was not able to happen. Apparently the birth father was unable to be found and therefore, not served papers. So, the hearing is continued until May, which we are hopeful that will be completed at that time. If parental rights are terminated in May, then after a 60 day waiting period (birth parents have that much time to petition) we can sign paperwork f

Mommy couldn't resist this cute shirt from Old Navy David is wearing. He is part Irish, so it is completely appropriate (and adorable)! Dina was busy in the kitchen making corned beef for dinner, which is Jeff's favorite! If he could eat that every day, he would! Yet, the only one in the Graves house was not wearing green was Jeffrey! David is getting more mobile every day and finally started crawling on his hands and knees. He also enjoys pulling himself up to furniture/activity tables on his knees, but is still working on getting up on his feet. David really has come a long way since we first met him! Katarina is still just as active as ever! The weather over the weekend wasn't the best for playing outside. Today we were able to enjoy a little bit of time in the backyard. We are just amazed how fast time flies with her already! Katarina is exactly 30 months old (2 1/2 years old) today!

Dina has been trying to work with David on pulling himself up onto furniture! Well, at least now he can get on his knees by himself! He is getting stronger each day! It won't be long before he's into EVERYTHING! We have a feeling he will have to be watched 24/7 (like he isn't already, but you know what we mean)! It's wonderful to see him progress so much in the short time we've had him home! Mommy couldn't pass up this photo op of him posing! David is such a happy kid! :)

Katarina has recently started taking a liking to dressing up. She absolutely LOVES her fake Barbie heels and tiaras. For some reason, all she wanted to do was put on her costume yesterday. When Dina gave her the matching wand, she said, "I stop you!" Did we do something bad? LOL! :) She looked too adorable to pass up taking photos in her outfit! We are also very excited about something else! This morning Dina signed Katarina up for pre-school. Classes start in August and she will only go two days a week. It will be great for her to explore more with different children. This will also allow for alone time with David to do some one-on-one activities like Dina was able to do with Katarina.

David's not crawling just yet (he's still doing the commndo crawl-that would be a cute photo op in camo gear!). But, he's working on it. Yesterday he started doing this trick where he can actually lift his entire body off the ground. It seems to be making him stronger, too. David has a long way to go, but he's making progress! :) On another note, we've ALL been sick yet again! Ugh! It's been so much fun dragging the kids to doctor appointments and not really having any rest since there are 2 little ones that keep us busy. What a week we had!