Hi,
Here are a few photos of the boys enjoying Halloween 2008, making apple cider at Riley Farms, checking out a Praying Mantis and Quinn enjoying his first field trip with his Kindergarten class! We also had a visit by Aunt Traci...one of Tyler's sisters.
It is almost the end of 2008! It is hard to believe....but 2009 is just days away! I hope to get more photos of the boys as they grow and grow!!
We had a great Christmas! Those photos are next! I promise!
Sunday, December 28, 2008
Sunday, October 26, 2008
Almost Halloween!!
It is hard to believe that Quinn will be celebrating his 2nd Halloween (just 14 months HOME!) Of course he is very excited as is Parker. Last year it was all new to Quinn. Now he is an old pro! Quinn is going to be a Pirate...Arrrggghhhh and Parker a Firefighter!
Quinn is loving Kindergarten. He has 2 teachers and he loves them both! He is starting to make friends. Even though he and Parker are very good friends (for brothers) it is good for Quinn to make friendship attachments. He even has a couple of girlfriends!!!!! Wow!
Of course I will post some photos after the big day of October 31st!!
Quinn is loving Kindergarten. He has 2 teachers and he loves them both! He is starting to make friends. Even though he and Parker are very good friends (for brothers) it is good for Quinn to make friendship attachments. He even has a couple of girlfriends!!!!! Wow!
Of course I will post some photos after the big day of October 31st!!
Saturday, September 13, 2008
A RARE photo of Quinn
Someone on the Kazakhstan Yahoo Group had this photo...and they thought the one child was Quinn. They sent it to us and sure enough it was Quinn. What a neat surprise! Quinn has no photos of his childhood as do most of these children who came from the orphanages. I told the director of the orphanage that at the very least take a photo of the children on their birthday! I am sure it fell on deaf ears! It is a money thing.
So you can only imagine how excited we were to get this! Really excited for Quinn!
The photo truly captures Quinn too! Mr. Happy!
Oh and by the way...the other two children were adopted by another couple here in the US! So all of these children will have a Happily Ever After story!
So you can only imagine how excited we were to get this! Really excited for Quinn!
The photo truly captures Quinn too! Mr. Happy!
Oh and by the way...the other two children were adopted by another couple here in the US! So all of these children will have a Happily Ever After story!
Quinn goes to Kindergarten!!
Quinn stared Kindergarten. When we came home last June 2007, we decided that we wouldn't put Quinn in Kindergarten until Sept. 2008. We think it was a wise choice. He still is a bit immature and at 6 1/2 yrs old he fits right in with the other Kindergarteners. We know he will catch up, but it does take time. He completely understand English and really has no memory of his native language. We also think he doesn't want to remember!
He now says he is in Big Boy school. Parker started 1st Grade and really likes it. It is fun to have them both at the same school.
Glad to get these little posts in...I am so behind on them! Yikes!!
He now says he is in Big Boy school. Parker started 1st Grade and really likes it. It is fun to have them both at the same school.
Glad to get these little posts in...I am so behind on them! Yikes!!
Quinn gets readopted in California
When in Kazakhstan we changed Quinn's first name...Askar and put it as his middle name. Well as time past Quinn did not care for the name Askar. So we let him pick a new middle name. He chose Caden. so on August 6, 2008 we went to court and readopted Quinn. He not only got a new middle name but will also get a California Birth Certificate. It will make it much easier for him in life to have a more recognized birth certificate.
The judge was really nice and he even had Parker join in by signing a big brother paper too!
So as of August 6, 2008 Quinn is now Quinn Caden Turley!!
The judge was really nice and he even had Parker join in by signing a big brother paper too!
So as of August 6, 2008 Quinn is now Quinn Caden Turley!!
Sunday, June 8, 2008
One Year Ago, Quinn came Home!
June 4, 2008..One Year!
It has been quite a year! We have had good times and unfortunately some bad ones, but we all got through it!
Quinn is DEFINITELY part of the family! Some of you know that we struggled in the beginning. We weren't prepared...like we thought we were! Adjusting to a new family member took time...lots of time! Quinn went through his own emotions. To us his adjustment was much tougher to go through! He couldn't speak to us...and he couldn't understand us! Poor little guy!
Today Quinn speaks with only a little accent. He starts Kindergarten in September. He is VERY EXCITED to be going to BIG SCHOOL.
Quinn and Parker get along so much better too! They of course have their moments...but they are far and few between...we are grateful for that!
We celebrated June 4th by going on a Duffy Boat down in Newport Beach. We ate dinner while cruising around the peninsula and Balboa Island. Quinn got to drive the boat...what fun he had! I will add photos soon!
We had measured both the boys when I got home with Quinn last year. Parker grew 1 1/2 inches one year later and Quinn a whopping 4 1/2 inches!! He also gained 12 pounds!! He finally looks his age! Parker still points out...I am still taller than Quinn.
So THANK YOU to EVERYONE...for all your thoughts, advice, guidance and patience! It really meant alot to us!!
It has been quite a year! We have had good times and unfortunately some bad ones, but we all got through it!
Quinn is DEFINITELY part of the family! Some of you know that we struggled in the beginning. We weren't prepared...like we thought we were! Adjusting to a new family member took time...lots of time! Quinn went through his own emotions. To us his adjustment was much tougher to go through! He couldn't speak to us...and he couldn't understand us! Poor little guy!
Today Quinn speaks with only a little accent. He starts Kindergarten in September. He is VERY EXCITED to be going to BIG SCHOOL.
Quinn and Parker get along so much better too! They of course have their moments...but they are far and few between...we are grateful for that!
We celebrated June 4th by going on a Duffy Boat down in Newport Beach. We ate dinner while cruising around the peninsula and Balboa Island. Quinn got to drive the boat...what fun he had! I will add photos soon!
We had measured both the boys when I got home with Quinn last year. Parker grew 1 1/2 inches one year later and Quinn a whopping 4 1/2 inches!! He also gained 12 pounds!! He finally looks his age! Parker still points out...I am still taller than Quinn.
So THANK YOU to EVERYONE...for all your thoughts, advice, guidance and patience! It really meant alot to us!!
Sunday, May 4, 2008
This is dedicated to our beautiful translator Maria Grinchuk
We have been home with Quinn for 11 months today!
It is hard to believe that he came from a place so far, far away from here.
It has been an incredible time of learning for all of us. We have taught Quinn so much, but in turn he has taught us! He has completely forgotten his native tongue. We tried to keep a few words...but Quinn wants nothing to do with it. He likes to speak English he has said. We have a photo album of memories from Kazakhstan that he looks at from time to time. Every time he points to our former translator Maria...he says "I like her" and he smiles!
So in honor of Maria I dedicate this blog! She so deserves so much more! We truly could not have done our adoption without her love, kindness, friendship and commitment to us. She made all the difference in the world. She explained to us the customs, the area and the people of Ust-Kamenogorsk and most importantly she helped us talk to our son Quinn. There were times when we cried over various parts in our journey. She would truly be there for us. We are so completely GRATEFUL to a young girl...wise beyond her 21 years...helping us through a very emotional time in our lives. So Maria...We thank you and LOVE YOU and miss you very much! You will never be forgotten from our hearts!! Thank you, your second family!
It is hard to believe that he came from a place so far, far away from here.
It has been an incredible time of learning for all of us. We have taught Quinn so much, but in turn he has taught us! He has completely forgotten his native tongue. We tried to keep a few words...but Quinn wants nothing to do with it. He likes to speak English he has said. We have a photo album of memories from Kazakhstan that he looks at from time to time. Every time he points to our former translator Maria...he says "I like her" and he smiles!
So in honor of Maria I dedicate this blog! She so deserves so much more! We truly could not have done our adoption without her love, kindness, friendship and commitment to us. She made all the difference in the world. She explained to us the customs, the area and the people of Ust-Kamenogorsk and most importantly she helped us talk to our son Quinn. There were times when we cried over various parts in our journey. She would truly be there for us. We are so completely GRATEFUL to a young girl...wise beyond her 21 years...helping us through a very emotional time in our lives. So Maria...We thank you and LOVE YOU and miss you very much! You will never be forgotten from our hearts!! Thank you, your second family!
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
Had to show everyone this one!
This is a quick little blog.
We had just gotten the Boys out of the tub. Tyler was holding Quinn. The photo just really gets to me! Finally he has a family and he is LOVED!!
We had just gotten the Boys out of the tub. Tyler was holding Quinn. The photo just really gets to me! Finally he has a family and he is LOVED!!
Look Ma...No Cavities!!!
We took Quinn to the Dentist!
The boys Dentist really ROCKS!! Tyler and I wish we had a dentist like this when we were kids. This dentist has movies shown on the ceiling!! Super cool. When Quinn was done with his cleaning ...Quinn got to pick out a really cool toy. Since Parker was there too...he got one!
Quinn has an awesome set of teeth said Dr. Christian Lopez...located in Newport Beach...just in case anyone is looking for a GREAT Pediatric Dentist!
Quinn was a GREAT patient. I think Dr. Lopez was surprised...frankly so was I. But as you can see by the photos...Quinn is enjoying his movie and not even squirming one bit!
He had no cavities...probably due to the "no sugar" policy at the Big "O"...Now don't get me wrong...too much sugar is not good for you. When we were at the Big "O" they said Quinn was allergic to sugar. So not true. If he had his choice something nutritious or a piece of chocolate...guess what it would be...CHOCOLATE!
We have been HOME 10 MONTHS on April 4th!!!
The boys Dentist really ROCKS!! Tyler and I wish we had a dentist like this when we were kids. This dentist has movies shown on the ceiling!! Super cool. When Quinn was done with his cleaning ...Quinn got to pick out a really cool toy. Since Parker was there too...he got one!
Quinn has an awesome set of teeth said Dr. Christian Lopez...located in Newport Beach...just in case anyone is looking for a GREAT Pediatric Dentist!
Quinn was a GREAT patient. I think Dr. Lopez was surprised...frankly so was I. But as you can see by the photos...Quinn is enjoying his movie and not even squirming one bit!
He had no cavities...probably due to the "no sugar" policy at the Big "O"...Now don't get me wrong...too much sugar is not good for you. When we were at the Big "O" they said Quinn was allergic to sugar. So not true. If he had his choice something nutritious or a piece of chocolate...guess what it would be...CHOCOLATE!
We have been HOME 10 MONTHS on April 4th!!!
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
Happy Birthday Quinn!!
Quinn turned 6 years old on January 17th. We all played "hookie" and went to DISNEYLAND!! It was Quinn's very first time! We couldn't have asked for a better day! We arrived early and closed the place down! Ha
Sometimes after a ride...Quinn would say.."AGAIN"...so again we went! It was his day...so whatever the little guy wanted (except we drew the line on 3 times on the Flying Dumbo ride..ha ha)
Quinn always admired Parker's cool remote control car that Parker got for Christmas. Little did he know we had gotten him one for his birthday! We thought he was going to pee his pants when he opened it! One word..."STOKED" was Quinn!! Thank goodness Dad charged it all night before the big birthday...because Quinn was ready to rock and roll with his new remote controlled car!
This was Quinn's very first birthday. At the Groupa "orphanage" they didn't really recognize individual birthdays. Plus they told us that Quinn had a sugar allergy (which he doesn't) and they would never let him have sweet stuff. Quinn is not a cake guy...so he wanted ice cream...and Ice Cream it was...his favorite....Soy Delicious Peanut Butter Zig Zag!! Oh sooo yummy...says Quinn!!!
Since Quinn has come home he has gained 5 1/2 pounds and 3 1/2 inches in height...WOW!!
Sometimes after a ride...Quinn would say.."AGAIN"...so again we went! It was his day...so whatever the little guy wanted (except we drew the line on 3 times on the Flying Dumbo ride..ha ha)
Quinn always admired Parker's cool remote control car that Parker got for Christmas. Little did he know we had gotten him one for his birthday! We thought he was going to pee his pants when he opened it! One word..."STOKED" was Quinn!! Thank goodness Dad charged it all night before the big birthday...because Quinn was ready to rock and roll with his new remote controlled car!
This was Quinn's very first birthday. At the Groupa "orphanage" they didn't really recognize individual birthdays. Plus they told us that Quinn had a sugar allergy (which he doesn't) and they would never let him have sweet stuff. Quinn is not a cake guy...so he wanted ice cream...and Ice Cream it was...his favorite....Soy Delicious Peanut Butter Zig Zag!! Oh sooo yummy...says Quinn!!!
Since Quinn has come home he has gained 5 1/2 pounds and 3 1/2 inches in height...WOW!!
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