Haily absolutely LOVES to be near me in her stroller (if she's not being held). Providentially, we moved to a one story home last April with wood and tile floors. We have never lived in a one story home and have always had carpet. We know that God led us to this home for many reasons, but one specific purpose was the easy use of strollers for Hailey. I use the stroller daily when I'm washing dishes, putting on make-up, folding the laundry and can't hold Hailey. We often joke that we have "stroller parking" in our entry, since we usually keep two strollers "parked" there at all times.
Hailey often experiences anxiety when we go in and out of the house. If I set her down on the floor upon entering the house (because I usually need to put away my purse, bags, etc.) she immediately panics and cries. However, if I set her directly into the stroller, she is as happy as can be! Since Hailey is so heavy, I have been unable to use a carrier, but the strollers have been a wonderful solution.
Hailey loved trying on my shoes while I was getting dressed on Valentine's Day. This is one of my favorite photos of Hailey (and she's chilling in the stroller, of course!)...
Today we had our final visit with our social worker. Korea requires four post-placement visits with a social worker before an adoption can be completed. We have met with our social worker, Joe Ramirez (with Angels Haven Adoptions) for almost six years while living in three different homes! Today Joe affirmed that Hailey has changed dramatically since arriving home and has transitioned well. Hailey didn't want to be held, so I put her in the stroller and pushed it near him. I had to capture the final visit on film! We are so grateful to be nearer to our court date for finalization and to hearing the judge pronounce Hailey as "Hailey Jane Ramsey". Stay tuned for updates on the court date!
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