4 Years Ago

Four years ago today we held our dear Maddie for the first time. She was so brave when her nanny handed her to us. She let one little tear run down her cheek but made no other sounds. Abby and Ellie were just in awe of her and she was pretty interested in them too. She wasn't walking yet but it didn't take too long for her to learn to run to keep up with her big sisters.

Sisters meeting for the first time at the civil affairs office in Changsha, Hunan

Back in our hotel room -- very serious and very quiet -- and very bundled up in four layers of clothes and bright red boots!

Our first official family photo with three daughters -- taken the next day at the adoption finalization at the civil affairs office.

No longer serious, sweet Maddie is our giggle bunny!

Today Maddie is still our quiet girl but beautiful smiles have replaced that serious little face we first saw four years ago.

Happy Forever Family Day Maddie!