May 5, 2014

One year ago today, we met Ella for the first time at the orphanage in Gyumri where she had spent her entire life.  She was cautious, but interested.  She has a stoical side, especially when she feels uncertain and not in control and we saw a bit of that, but mostly she was hungry for attention and interaction.  She has told me her thoughts during those firsts visits included this one: "I was worried you wouldn't take me."


Look how much she has changed in twelve months.