Diary of an Adoption p.7 (by Amanda)

August 1
Yesterday we left Segou to come to Koutiala. Our car has major problems but we’ll deal with them as we know more. The best part of yesterday was getting to see and hold the girls for the first time. They are so tiny; each weighing around four pounds. They need to eat about every two hours and they go trough diapers really fast. I have a chart Gail (a missionary nurse here) gave me to monitor their health and keep track of the medicines they take. Last night they kept me awake about every hour or so. Always one was awake fussing or needing something. This morning I got help in the form of a daughter whose father works at the guest house. So I took a quick nap. I love these little girls so much already; they’re deep within my heart.