Dear Eliana...

Eliana,

We heard from the attorney today you will be in the newspaper this Friday or Saturday (and can I tell you how cute your picture is?). This is mandatory in Uganda , to make sure all are aware of the adoption. Also, this week your grandmother and uncle will be signing a petition for you to have a forever home in the US with a mommy, daddy, and brothers. They are so excited to see you have a better life and to thrive with a family. I can't wait to meet your grandmother and ask her so many questions about you and learn about your culture.
You are truly a blessing. There are so many times in life when we have no control and no clue as to what is ahead. Adopting you is a perfect example of God's grace and perfect plan. I can think of nothing stronger than the urge of wanting to protect my children, and now...you are my child and my instinct is to want you to be safe and well.  I pray for you and hope for you, safety, until we arrive to give you more love than you can even comprehend.
We love you already and we are so grateful for the gift of you.

Mommy