On May 7, 2012, the orphanage allowed us to take Duncan. It's been ONE YEAR since that indescribable day. We are enjoying remembering all the milestones from last May.
May 6 - Met our boy!
May 7 - Baguma is with us full time.
May 8 - Mother's Day. Said Mommy and Daddy for the first time. Video here.
May 17 - Court. Uganda granted us a son.
May 30 - HOME and now a family of FIVE.
May 7 - Baguma is with us full time.
May 8 - Mother's Day. Said Mommy and Daddy for the first time. Video here.
May 17 - Court. Uganda granted us a son.
May 30 - HOME and now a family of FIVE.
I wasn't sure what day to celebrate as our BIG DAY every year. Rick said we'll do May 7 because that's when Duncan Baguma had a Mom and Dad. The previous day we were just visitors. We'll still remember all the other milestones too, but that will be the official day of celebration from here on out.
Not sure what we'll call it yet. Forever Day, Eka Day (Eka is "family" in Duncan's mother-language), Adoptiversary, Familyversary, Baguma Day, Gotcha Day. . . ???
What a wondrous work God has done in his life and in OURS. We are honored to be this little guy's parents. I am blown away. We have a front seat to a miracle-filled work that God has done and continues to do in this little Tooro Prince!
Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good. His love endures forever. (Psalm 118.1)
Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good. His love endures forever. (Psalm 118.1)
Here's the little peanut exactly 12 months ago! My tiny little Apuuli! (Apuuli is his Tooro empaako--a pet name tradition central to their culture)
And now. . . (I might be partial but I happen to think he is exquisite. He takes after his Ugandan mother and grandfather.)
12 months ago. . . 
And now. . . 
Duncan and Mommy we we were leaving the orphanage, and 3 pics after church yesterday.
11 comments:
I am so happy for all of you - I remember reading the blog since before you met each other, and it's encouraging to see God's faithfulness, delightful to see the joy Baguma brings you, and amazing to think it's already been a year since you met. Many blessings!
What a wonderful year! I am still praying for his sisters still in Uganda!
What a wonderful year! I am praying for him, your family, and his sisters in Uganda!
We join you in celebrating one year with Duncan Baguma. It was such a joy to be in Uganda together.
Wow! What a year it's been for our two families and look how far God has brought ALL of us!
The Pittmans
So glad to have the blessing of being t-ball coach to more grandchildren. All ya'all are a tremendous blessing! Keep 'em coming!!
I love the idea of calling the day you celebrate: Eka Day! It's a beautiful blend of honoring Duncan's past & celebrating the present.
When I saw the photo of Rick & Duncan sleeping, the first word that came to my mind was FAMILY. :) It was precious beyond words to see Duncan's new reality (no more orphanage & nestled near his daddy)...and your new reality (prayers answered, the wait was over, your son was with you).
Remembering back, I remember the photos & the comments of how quickly all three kids bonded. It's been wonderful to witness how God is building your FAMILY. EKA. :)
So happy to follow your/Duncan's story. Your family is an inspiration to many other adoptive families! So glad you get a chance to celebrate and remember this joyous day! Can't wait to be able to celebrate more "gotcha" days with you....a couple more times! :) Always praying for you!
What a blessing!
Congratulations Neill family on one year of being together. You are each a blessing to the other, and to many in your "community of life".
Here's to a life time more of love, fun, tender times, challenging times, and tons of memories.
Adding prayers for your daughters who've yet to move home.
Happy One Year Duncan! It's been beautiful to see you transition this year. Your love for life shines through your eyes and your parents' love for you shines all over their faces. Blessings to you!!
This is a wonderfull post. This year seemed to fly by, but meant such a lot to you and your family and especially Baguma. Webale Amazarwe to your first year with your new family little friend!
All the best from Holland, Sulaikah
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