This weekend we had the opportunity for a friend to speak Creole to Josie. She paused. She stared. She seemed scared. I think there is little doubt that the speech was familiar to her. This seemed to be another example where her Haiti life is a life that she is trying to forget. She is moving on. But yet I am not entirely comfortable with this movement. I am so glad that she is enjoying her new life, but I would like her to understand her past. I know that she is too young to understand everything that has happened to her, however at some point in her life we will need to revisit her story again. Her family is here, but I know that she deserves to understand Haiti and the first 18 months of her life.
She needs to hear about her mother and the amazing sacrifice that her mother made. As much joy as Josie has brought this family, the sadness that her mother may have felt could be so much more. Josie's biological mother made probably the most difficult decision of her life, to give up her daughter up for adoption. I can't imagine the amount of self reflection that is needed to come to the realization that one can't care for their own child. I feel that her decision, although others may disagree, is an expression of true love. She gave up her child so that her child could reach her full potential.
On a lighter side, Isaac came home from school the other day and hopped on the computer. His mission was top secret, but suddenly a letter appeared. Kelly and I loved it so much I thought I would share it....
Dear Mom and Dad,
Thank you for the books I like them.I love you so much.Thank you for the snake again. Josie is so cute and I love her too.I like the jump rope. You are the best Mom and Dad. I like Napayshni a lot. I like Clyde to. you guys are so cool. I like snicker and nestle. It is almost spring. It is sunny outside. We have a lot. i’m going to go outside. I have the best Family. Some times Snicker is a pain in the butt. Kade is really cool. I can see Josie likes the shopping cart.Josie is really funny.
Love,
Isaac
In case your wondering, all those odd names, are the names of my kids pets.
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all of these posts reflect the utterly precious and mysterious power of a loving family. ... i, like isaac, am often overwhelmed with popcorning joy when trying to take in such a powerful blessing. i love you, shomins- alicia
ReplyDeleteYou are very special parents, to allow all of those pets! We are pet free, after hamsters (died), collie (got old and died) and a turtle (had to give him away before departing for college). No reptiles. Just this evening our 19-yr old mentioned that she misses Squirt (the turtle) and Lady (the collie). She's over the hamsters.
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