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introducing Tate Temesgen Leverence

My son.  I am introducing my son.  He is legally our child after passing court in Ethiopia TODAY!  February 21, 2011 I officially became a mother.  This is a big day.  I have been finding myself taking huge breaths.  I think subconsciously I've been holding my breath since leaving him this past December. 

The big question is NOW WHAT?  We begin another wait as we are processed through the US Embassy.  The next steps involve receiving a birth certificate with our names on it as his parents, and getting an appointment to obtain his Visa, passport, and other documents that allow us to legally bring him home.  This is an estimated wait of 8-12 weeks.  It's ok people....don't start throwing things around.  We can get through it.  We've come this far.

GOD IS AN AMAZING GOD.  I am humbled to be his "adopted" daughter, and cannot wait to tell my son all about who He is and what He can do in his life.  WOOOHOO!!!  Enjoy the pictures, finally! :)










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  1. JennyFebruary 21, 2011 at 3:05 PM

    Angie, I'm crying tears of JOY for you! What an amazing day! Your family pictures are beautiful and so is YOUR son! Congratulations to you and Dan!

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  2. TiffanyFebruary 21, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    All smiles here!!!

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  3. Nate and NatalieFebruary 21, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    My eyes are filled with so many tears of joy. So happy for you and Dan. You both will make amazing parents and words can't describe how excited we are for you. Like I have mentioned before, Tate is perfect and so adorable. Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!

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  4. AnonymousFebruary 21, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    So excited for all three of you! Will keep praying during this final waiting period before you are all together where you belong. <3 <3 <3
    Heidi F.

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  5. MichelleFebruary 21, 2011 at 3:18 PM

    Couldn't be happier for you!!!! Welcome to the village, Tate!! :D

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  6. Vicki S.February 21, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    I have goosebumps!!! You are going to be such AMAZING parents!!!! I will be continuing to pray for you 3 as you continue your journey!

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  7. SandyFebruary 21, 2011 at 3:28 PM

    He is absolutely beautiful! I am crying happy tears for you guys! My heart is full of joy!!

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  8. AnonymousFebruary 21, 2011 at 3:41 PM

    So incredibly happy for you! What a journey it has been! Tears and praise all around! I can't wait to meet Tate!
    Kelly

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  9. Keetha BroylesFebruary 21, 2011 at 5:25 PM

    A big WHOOO HOOO for this milestone!!!

    And, he is just about the cutest little thing I've ever seen!

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  10. UnknownFebruary 21, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    Awww...he is so cute!! So excited for you 2! <3 Congrats!

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  11. Jessica PerbergFebruary 21, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    what an adorable little guy! What a beautiful family! We are so excited for you!

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  12. Farm-RaisedFebruary 21, 2011 at 9:39 PM

    Oh my goodness. He is even cuter than I remembered...and I didn't think that was even remotely possible!! :-) Just think...he and Sinta are hanging out just waiting to change our lives forever!!! Love it!!!!

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  13. Julia RFebruary 21, 2011 at 10:08 PM

    YES!!!!!!!!!!!

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  14. AnonymousFebruary 22, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    Finally the face of your angel! I am soooooooo Happy for the three of you! I can hardly wait to hear the final news that he is sleeping tucked away in his bed in the Leverence home!

    April

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  15. MandiFebruary 22, 2011 at 6:11 PM

    your SON (ooooh! how fun to say that!!) is absolutely precious and I am SO unbelievably happy for you guys!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  16. Dawn NelsonFebruary 22, 2011 at 9:10 PM

    I can't stop smiling for you guys!!!!!! Awesome doesn't even cover it!!!

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  17. AnonymousFebruary 25, 2011 at 10:34 PM

    Congratulations! He is an amazing little guy..so beautiful! I will be praying as you complete the last leg of this marathon! Oh..and he is so worth it.

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  18. StacieMarch 9, 2011 at 12:18 AM

    YAY!!!! God is good! Congratulations Mommy and Daddy! I didn't see this until today. Love to you three from sunny AZ. Remember, if you need a quiet warm place to bring baby Tate, Stacie's Bed and Breakfast is family friendly. :)

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