In HIS Hands: Aliyah's first family day

Tuesday, July 2, 2013

Aliyah's first family day

One year ago today, we received one of China's most precious treasures- our beautiful daughter. It has been a wonderful year. It has gone so fast. It really feels like Aliyah has been with us forever.

She was a daddy's girl right from the start.

Days like today are a bit bittersweet, as Aliyah had to lose so much to be our daughter.

Officially ours July 3, 2012

We are so blessed to have this funny, sweet, and slightly feisty girl in our lives.

Happy first family day to our darling Aliyah! We love you SO much!!

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