Today marks two weeks since we have been home with the girls- in some ways it is hard to believe because it feels like Audrey has always been with us, yet my memories and sometimes even a longing for our days in China are still so dear and fresh.
Our Christmas was overwhelming as all of our systems were completely out of whack. You cannot underestimate what a 13 hour time difference does to your body- we were so exhausted that in many ways, Christmas came and went like a blur, but we all rallied for Madeleine and made sure Santa made his apperance at the Drucker home.
Since then, we have had some major breakthroughs- Audrey is now regularly eating from a spoon (she absolutely wanted nothing to do with this for quite some time) and as of today, we've had 3 nights in a row of full sleep!!! Her personality is really shining- she is such a happy baby. She can take about 5-6 steps on her own, and her Memere is steadily working on her walking stability every day- Audrey knows exactely who to go to when she wants to walk- she practically runs straight for Memere with a big grin as if to say "I'm ready, let's go".
Madeleine is an incredible big sister. She is truly helpful and wants to participate in everything- diapers, baths, feedings. She knows just when to rattle a toy to distract Audrey while I'm battling her squiggly legs for a diaper change, and she rushes in to her crib to quiet her if she is crying- it's been amazing and so sweet to watch these tender moments.
Happy New Year to all- we are surely blessed to begin 2007 surrounded by family and friends.
