Martha left yesterday around noon. The week went so fast. Admittedly, I was a bit concerned about how the week would be. Beyond the whole meeting the daughter you haven't seen for nineteen years issue, which is huge in itself, there was the fact that we do live a bit differently than your average American. It is not exactly a life that you'd think would be appealing to your average college student. My concerns were for nothing.
Of course the initial meeting was somewhat surreal, but it didn't take long until all felt completely normal, completely natural, and just as it should be. We hung out, spent a lot of time with the horses, played games, and shot guns. We cooked, ate a lot and cleaned up together. Younger siblings got on older siblings nerves. Martha and I got away for a little mother/daughter time. It was good, really good.
I posted more photos on my Facebook page if you'd like to see them: Martha's Visit.
Wonderful! Thanks so much for sharing. Martha is lovely, indeed!
ReplyDeleteYou know I am glad that is was a good visit, and I must say she sure has your smile!
ReplyDeleteOh Steph,Martha and you have the same face!You both look so happy.I'm so happy it was a wonderful visit!You all look very happy!She's beautiful too!Aunt Sis
ReplyDeleteThis has been incredible seeing this unfold and hearing your emotions. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteShe looks just like you!! I'm so glad you had a good visit :)
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I think you have the same face too. Your smiles are so alike, as are your noses and eyes. I am so glad you were able to meet again.
ReplyDeleteKate
It sounds (and looks!) like a wonderful visit. I'm so glad you had the opportunity to find her again and meet her. She does indeed have your beautiful smile!
ReplyDeleteWow, she looks JUST like you! I'm glad you had a good time.
ReplyDeleteI am so glad that you two found each other and that you've had such a great visit.
ReplyDeleteI have to agree with the previous posters, you two look so much alike! You have the exact same facial features. :) I'm so glad your visit went well.
ReplyDeleteI cannot imagine how happy you must be to have finally had your wishes come true. I'm so glad it was great for all of you. And this is just the beginning.
ReplyDeletehave to agree you both very alike especially the smile - Im so pleased it went well
ReplyDeletehope finding each other has brought you both closure to one aspect of your life, and happiness for the beginning of a new part of your lives. may you never lose sight of each other again. love to you both!!
ReplyDeleteYou two have the best, most brilliant smile!! She does look just like you. I'm so glad the visit went well.
ReplyDeleteWhat a blessing that it all flowed so naturally. She looks very comfortable with her new family.
ReplyDeleteWow! I am so thrilled that this was possible for you. The pics look great all look so happy!
ReplyDeleteHugs,Heidi
You both have the same beautiful smile!
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