This is the picture that started it all. Manny's photo was posted on a website along with hundreds of other children waiting to be adopted. We were undecided on where to adopt from before we saw this picture; after, it became a question of 'how fast can we get to him?' Doesn't that sweet little face just melt your heart!
For those of you still interested, I plan on keeping the blog up for a little while. I didn't intend on doing this, however, our friends and family living elsewhere have requested I do, so that they may also stay"involved". So for all three of you out there still reading- Enjoy!:)
Manny update:
This kid loves America. He reminds me everyday! He also likes to remind that he doesn't want to live in Ghana anymore by stating, "No more Ghana for me!"
The adjustment has been great! Probably because we were with him for so long in Africa. Another fun fact about him is that he is a neat freak. He happily puts his toys away when done playing, and he even gets annoyed when others don't!
He has really taken a liking to sports- particularly tennis. If we are around a tv with tennis on he will totally zone out for like an hour! In light of his instant love for the sport, I have been taking him to group tennis lessons at the raquet club. We have also begun playing early in the morning before we start school.
Speaking of school, he continues to amaze me with his ability to absorb everything. He is very smart, can focus for long periods of time, and catches on very quickly. His vocabulary and speach continue to improve daily, and he has even begun reading basic words this week!
We had our first post placement meeting with our social worker last weekend. It went very well- as expected!
We are looking forward to the weekend. Manny has his first soccer game tomorrow. We will also be attending the local college football game! Fun! Pics to follow.
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