Monday, February 2, 2009

Introducing James Samuel Linam!!

We are home from Ethiopia!! The trip was amazing, and it is so great to have our family together and complete. We are adjusting fairly well, now that we got James started on antibiotics for a double ear infection.
Together for the first time after meeting our son at Hannah's Hope!Beautiful boy!
First bath -- he loves to splash in the water!!

Sweet sleepy boy


Watching his first movie with his brother and sister. They love him so much -- we are so blessed and so thankful for such wonderful kids!
I will post about our trip when I get the chance. Things in our house are somewhat of a circus right now, but they get better every day. I just wanted to get pictures of sweet baby James out while I had the chance!!





16 comments:

Tammy said...

He's beautiful! So glad you are home with him!

Daisy said...

WOW! What a cute family you have! Try to get some rest! WE'RE VERY EXCITED FOR YOU and hope you have a smooth transition!

Tisha Alexander said...

Oh my, he is such a sweetie! I love his hair. Welcome home!!

Jana said...

Yea!!!!! Isn't he just gorgeous!? I wanted to just eat him up when I was there! "it's a bit of a circus right now"? ummm...that my friend is your new normal!!!!!!

missy said...

welcome home. what a doll he is! hope you all are adjusting well.

Anonymous said...

Congratulations!! He is SOOOO big and handsome! I am so excited to hear about your trip!

Daniel said...

Matt & Leann,
SO good to finally see your precious son at home. What a journey! We will be thinking of you as the transition for you ALL begins. Let us know how we can Pray for you specifically - we remember those early days (OK, years) of trying to figure out how to meet the different needs of our bio and adopted kids. Just like you tell new moms ... it does get easier! Kisses and hugs from China to Cincinnati!
Sara

Unknown said...

He is beautiful! Grace Caroline looks less than thrilled with the camera! I still can't get over how big they are...Enjoy your time at home & hope to hear from you soon.

Mustard Seeds said...

PRAISE the LORD!!! God is SO GOOD and FAITHFUL!!! James is BEAUTIFUL, and I can't wait to read more about him! What a precious GIFT!

Unknown said...

Look at that HAIR! Yay! I'm so glad that sweet boy is home. I can't believe how much he has grown.

Amy said...

Congratulations! I am so happy for you! We can't wait for James and Londy to meet!

cb4swife said...

He is so adorable!!! It is great to see a picture of you guys holding little James...thanks again for hugging and praying for our guy. God Bless...Shannon

Mandy said...

What a beautiful family of 5! I look forward to reading about your trip. That has to be hard finding the time to blog when you get back.

Kimmie said...

Precious, beautiful, sweet, wonderful...so happy for you. Welcome home and congratulations on your newest little boy.

Kimmie
mama to 7
one homemade and 6 adopted

Daisy said...

LEANN!!!! GOT YOUR PACKAGE TODAY! WOW! WE'RE GETTING READY TO TRAVEL ON SATURDAY! WOW! I'll try to email you soon!

The Gresham Clan said...

He is soooo adorable! Some of the faces he makes remind me so much of Abraham. What a precious gift from God!!