The Boyacheks

The Boyacheks

Monday, April 21, 2008

Family of 5

Words cannot describe the day we had today. It was unbelievable. We were so nervous this morning but when we arrived at the adoption agency, we didn't have time to be nervous anymore. We had about 1 hour to sit down with the nutritionist and counselor. We found out all the information they had on the kids and we quized them as much as we knew how.




Then the magic began! They brought the kids in and they smothered us with hugs and kisses. They are sooooo affectionate! They brought us flowers and a gift and immediately called us Mami and Papi! They have been calling us that all day and telling us the love us!

Yesterday, while I was at the Market, there was one Colombian candle gift that I really wanted to buy, but didn't since I knew I would be back later. Well, amazingly enough, the gift that the kids brought us was that exact gift. How cool is that?

We spent about 1 hour at the agency with the kids and then we took a taxi back to our lodging. The kids never let go of us. All they want to do is hug and kiss us! We love it. We played some games and then we went to the park. Hand in hand the whole way. We had a great time climbing, swinging, running and kicking a soccer ball. We stopped for ice cream on the way back and then played some more games.



Leidy got with Jim on the computer and she showed him Disney.com. She is very affluent on the computer and we found out she was #1 in her class at school. Jhon will not stop talking. That kid has enery plus, and has already taken all the toys from the entire bed and breakfast and placed them strategically around our rooms.


Estafani is very sweet. She loves to be held. I think she is a little shocked right now but is embracing us completely.

From all the crazy stories we have heard, our day has honestly been a perfect day. I really don't think life can get better then this. We have been hugged and kissed to death and the kids are excited about going to the United States on an airplane and meet Jasmine our dog! They love to swim, dance, sing and run around until they completely colapse on the ground.

Tears have come to our eyes so much today. The prayers have been heard and we have read some of the comments to the kids. They are so happy. The Bed and Breakfast had a small party for them as they now are part of a family. It is great to have their support also.


As amazing as the day has been, we are exausted. Sleep was very short last night but we need to get used to that I've been told. Our kids are ready for bed now and we are tucking them in and saying some prayers with them. They have been to church here and are familiar with praying. Another God moment today was holding hands around the table praying and thanking God for the food and for our family. Jhon and Leidy both thanked God for us! Talk about something that you will never forget.

They don't know English at all but we can already tell it won't be long before they pick it up. We brought some English/Spanish books with us and Leidy is reading both languages. They are very healthy kids and eat all their food.

I really wonder what they are thinking though - as they are now in our custody. They seem so happy and calm and it is really tough to think of their background. We were explained of their tough conditions and health when they came into custody of the state. The pictures of before and after are pretty extreme.


Good night to you all and I will post more when I catch my bearings, if I ever do... Everything has been so amazing and our day was much easier then I ever dreamed! Love you all.

33 comments:

Alison said...

I love it! So excited for you guys. Thank you so much for posting. We can't wait to hear of all your adventures down there.

Praise God for your new family - so cute!

Kimberly said...

I have been shamelessly checking your blog ALL night! And shamelessly tearing up to hear how well it has gone, to read the kids joy and excitement in your words. So glad you caught a minute to brief us all on your wonderful, wonderful first day! Thank you Lord that the kids are so receptive and happy!!

Take your time in the coming weeks and know that we are thinking of all 5 of you like crazy!

I love the pic of Leidy hugging Jim! She had a hold of him, didn't she?!

Have fun! Kimberly

Wendi and Benjamin Wood said...

Praise God!!!! We are so excited for you! They are absolutely beautiful! May God continue to bless you! Will be praying and checking in daily!

The Jensen Family said...

SOOOOOOO happy for you guys! What a beautiful family you make, and the smiles on your faces tell it all. How blessed you are to have such a wonderful start to your lives together. I will pray that God continues to guide you each and every day and that all hearts continue to open and embrace.

Traci

Bill and Melodie said...

I can finally go to bed. I decided to stalk your blog one last time before bed and was SO EXCITED to see the update! Bill and I sat and read and teared up and sniffed and smiled... We are so happy for you guys and are so thankful that God has answered prayer! We cannot wait to see/hear more and we can't wait for you to get home with your sweet family! They are beautiful!
I LOVE the pic of Leidy hugging Jim's arm! and the smile on Jhon's face looking at you two and the sweet look on Estafani's face. Love you guys so much and am just thrilled for your family!

Judy said...

Wow!! Those pictures speak for themselves! We're so thrilled that your first day went so well and we'll be praying that you get some sleep and that tomorrow is another day of joy and growing together as a family of five!! We're praying for you guys!!

-Ryan and Judy

janine said...

SO EXCITED for you all! You make a beautiful family and I'm glad to hear things went so well today!!

Continue to enjoy your time down there . . . just soak up all the time you have with your kids without worrying about work and household chores ;).

You are all adorable and it's great to see all the smiles on your faces!!

love!

Anonymous said...

That first picture of your familia is just so precious and the expressions on everyone's face is such a treasure! Leídy seems like such a sweetie. Jhon Fredy is adorable with his ice cream and sweet little baby girl is so cute!

We are so excited that your day has gone so perfectly. We can't wait to meet you all in person! Felicidades a todos....que Dios los bendiga.

Anonymous said...

God is so good! CONGRATULATIONS Jim and Jaime on having 3 kids in one day!! Wow! You are constantly on our minds and in our prayers!

To our new nieces and nephew- I know God loves you more than anything. He loved you before you were born! We also have prayed for each of you and loved you before you even became part of your new family! You have amazing parents who love Jesus and will show you that in all your days to come as a family!!!
We can't wait to meet you someday so you can play with all your new cousins!
Love Uncle John, Aunt Sandy, Ben,Josh and Nelena

Genece said...

So happy to hear about your glorious day! It is so wonderful to see how God completely scripts that moment and meshes 5 souls together as a family for life! What blessings! Can't wait to hear about the days to come but for now ENJOY!

Giving thanks to the Lord for your beautiful family!
Genece

Alison said...

OK. I just have to say that the first picture of Jim & Leidy hugging is just the best thing ever. So beautiful!

Anonymous said...

SO EXCITED TO READ THE STORY OF YOUR FIRST DAY TOGETHER!!! The pictures are so great to see! What a perfect day! Hi, Leidi! Hi, Jhon! Hi, Yurly!

Love you all,

Donica & Will

The Eisenbergers said...

Praise God from whom all blessings flow! I was so excited to read the account of your first day as a family of five. The pictures brought tears to my eyes and joy to my heart. I cannot be happier for you all! What an answer to prayer to have such a sweet and precious first day! Congratulations to all of you! I look forward to reading about how God will grow your family!

Andrea

Jason & Jerica Wood said...

this is wonderful:) the kids are so precious and look so happy! you guys are going to be wonderful parents:)

we are praying for you always!

Anonymous said...

I love it!!!! Keep the good news coming!!!! YEEEAAAHHHH!!!!!!

Lean & Green Mama said...

Jaime - thank you for the update and pics! Tears came to my eyes too as I read your update - it reminded me of our Gotcha Day too! How amazing - how wonderful God is! Can't wait to continue to be a part of your journey together as a Family of Five now!!! WooHoo!!!

Jenn said...

I was so so excited to read about your day! I can only imagine the feeling when your children thanked God for you over dinner...if they only knew how you thank God for them, right? :)

Dios te bendiga, Laidy, Jhon, Estefani, Jaime and Jim!!

Can't wait to read more.

Bev Wilkins said...

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Bev Wilkins said...

Aunt B and Uncle Jim want to thank you for sharing your life with us. We are so happy for you both and the children. I can't wait to meet them, my nieces and nephew. They are so precious. Your life is full and will be busy but you will cherish every minute. God has blessed you all. We love you

angel said...

PRAISE THE LORD!!!! You make a BEAUTIFUL family!!! I am so thankful that yesterday went as amazing as it did! I will continue to pray. I am looking forward to seeing more pics and hearing of your adventures!!love you

Laura S said...

What a wonderful day. I am constantly amazed by you and others who take on the task of an entire family. It is such a beautiful gift you gift of yourselves. Congratulations. I hope everyday is as smooth as today!

Anonymous said...

WE HAVE LOVED THESE CHILDREN FOR 10 YRS.EVEN THOUGH WE DIDN'T KNOW WHO THEY WERE AND NOW THAT THEY ARE FINALLY HERE- WE ARE SO OVER JOYED AND SO HAPPY FOR YOU jAIME AND JIM! AS SOON AS WE SAW YOUR PICTURES WE JUST CRIED AND CRIED! WE LOVE YOU AND CAN'T WAIT TO SEE ALL OF YOU.
WITH ALL OF OUR LOVE,
MOM AND DAD
ABRUELA AND ABRUELO (HERCULES)
GRANDMA AND GRANDPA

Anonymous said...

JAIME- PLEASE EMAIL ME- OUR COMPUTER CRASHED AND LOST ALL OF OUR EMAIL CONTACT LIST-
THANKS- MOM

Susan Stevens said...

What an awesome day! The picture where you were first meeting and hugging made me cry. I didn't even cry when Megan was born. :) It was all worth the wait, wasn't it?! Looking forward to hearing about your day today.

Buffi Young said...

We found your blog through Bill & Melodie Schroders' blog. (We adopted from China 9 months ago) and we are THRILLED for you guys. Your journey has touched so many lives...not just yours and the children's. My dad is so overwhelmed with watching your journey. He has a heart for the people there, and I believe by following your journey, he will step out in obedience and follow the call that God has on his life!! Thank you for blogging about your journey. Your children are PRECIOUS! It touches my heart to hear how affectionate they are to you. You guys are a blessed family!! We look forward to following your journey more!! Blessings,
Buffi Young
www.sadiesjourneyhome.blogspot.com

Katie said...

What a wonderful day for the five of you! Everyone seems so happy! I was so excited when I got on the computer this morning, then I saw the pictures and tried to read the post through all my tears! They really are three lucky kids!

Todd and Lona Birdsong said...

I am soooo Happy for you all! What a Glorious Day! God has truly blessed you and your children with a day that none of you will forget. The pictures were great! It's almost as if we are all there sharing the moments with you.

Leidy, I bet you can beat Jim on the High School Musical game on Disney. Hannah loves that one because she beats me so bad.

Jhon, did that ice cream taste as good as it looked? I bet it was chocolate! My favorite!

Just keep hugging and laughing all the way home!

Love you all!

Anonymous said...

I was just talking to Tim and he told me that yall put new pictures up. I am so excited for your new family. They are so adorable and I am so happy that your first day was perfect. We hope yall have a good time down there and can't wait to see the new family of 5 when yall get back.

Anonymous said...

Jaime,Jim and family,
So many tears of joy have been shed on this side of the world for you guys. Keep up the good loving.
What size shoes do the kids wear?
Love,
The Meeks

Unknown said...

WOW, that's one GOOD looking family!!! I am so excited for you guys. I can't wait to see more pictures of your wonderful adventure.

You are ALL in my thoughts and prayers!!

Tracy

Unknown said...

We praise God with you - I'm sitting here crying after reading your posts and seeing your beautiful pictures. It's amazing to me how God works!

Anonymous said...

Congratulations! It is so exciting to see God bless both of you, but what an awsome thought that the kids have been praying for you too. You are an answer to 3 children's prayers! What a gift! .... Ladonna

Chris and Janet said...

we are so happy for all 5 of you. God has done wonderful things for all of you and continue to as well. trust God with all your hearts. we cannot wait to meet the kids we are gonna give them hugs and kisses and love. They are a special gift from God. they will have loving parents and a loving family too. praise God!

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