On June 25, 2010, we celebrated adoption day at the courthouse. The kids were just 5 and 2 when the adoption was finalized. Now, they’re 8 and 5 and about to be a 3rd grader and a kindergartener. BE remembers a little bit of that day, and in classic BE-style, the thing that she talks about most is that she ate two cookies. I know BC won’t remember it all, but thankfully we have photos.
We’ve been celebrating adoption day every year since with a family activity, and most importantly, cake! This year, we went to the water park, which is probably BE’s favorite place. She spent most of her time going down the water slide.
These past three years have been very challenging, but with every year, I have more hope for the future. Happy adoption day!
Shannon Mackie 
Congratulations on another milestone!
Thanks, Debra!
Congratulations to your family! It’s exciting how each of you has grown. Together.
Thanks, Lori!