My Other Two Heroes.......

........ are big brothers John and Ben. They have been INCREDIBLE during our whole adoption process. I hug their neck every chance I get and tell them how proud I am of them and of how they've handled this past year.

I consider them my heroes because they have relentlessly exhibited such great character, love, compassion, patience, and understanding in the past year.

They :
         : first of all faithfully prayed for us to find the child God had chosen to join our family.
          (It took a few years but God's timing was and is absolutely perfect!)

         : endured A LOT of doctor appts and shots to prepare for our trip to China (a few tears too)

         : then endured a very loooooong trip to China (7 different flights) - it was rough at times

         : never complained while in China about the water conditions, food, lack of sleep, etc..
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         : were over the top with excitement and unconditional love when they first met Zhi Da :)

         : graciously, willingly and understandingly shared mom and dad to take care of their new brother

         : have been compassionate and empathetic to all that Jaydon has gone through in 3 short years

         : help out whenever asked and will do anything to make Jaydon feel loved

         : play with Jaydon, read to Jaydon, sleep with Jaydon, love on Jaydon

         : give mom a minute to cry alone when she needs it :)

         : tell Jaydon how special he is and how much he is loved

         : continue to be very patient, understanding and compassionate

         : are very protective of Jaydon and would do anything for him

         : frequently tell Jaydon how wonderful his leg looks and how PROUD they are of him

I just love my boys. They make me a better person. They make me smile. They are my heart!