Friday was Nora's most social day yet, and she made out fantastically! Our first visit was to my workplace to say "Hello" to the staff and residents. (Miss you all!) I didn't take any pictures, but I think I will always remember the expressions of joy on several of the women's faces as they were able to see a baby up close, touching her soft skin and enjoying Nora's expressions of engagement. Children mean so much to older adults, especially those with Alzheimer's disease. It was precious to see, and such special moments definitely motivate me to want to visit again soon . Seeing all of my co-workers was especially sweet, as they are all such caring and encouraging individuals. I laughed watching them interact with Nora, in the way that babies bring out squeals and mutual "babbling" in adults. So fun. Nora was incredibly extroverted visiting with the staff, being held and then reaching back to the same person to be held again, as well as smiling, waving and clapping her hands. I wondered if being around so many animated women brought to mind her time in the orphanage with the Nannies (Ayis) that cared for her. It would seem that Nora enjoys being around people, as I haven't had such flirting at home! I'll have to make more of an effort to get out or become more exciting in my daily life. :)
My close friend, Lori, was able to come over for the weekend from Vancouver Island to attend Nora's shower on Saturday. In celebration of her visit, we met at Lynn's place in the evening for Nora's first "Girls Night Out". I hadn't been sure of how Nora would handle two big outings in one day, but after her success at my workplace, I was willing to try it. I just love getting together with my girlfriends from back in highschool, and Lori's visits always are a great reason to get together.
Meeting Lynn, who knows way too many stories about me as we were childhood friends from age ten... we always have a great time together.
Enjoying Nora in her "onesie", where we could see how flexible she is, and admire the "chubb" on her thighs!
Cathy, who's known Lori since they were three years old, does for Lori what Lynn does for me... keeping the stories alive.
Cathy gets to see Nora suck on her toes up close... Great smiles, Cathy! :)
Lisa, with a great smile as well, gets checked out by Nora...
Next, is Andrea, also from Junior High days... she speaks the language of children naturally.
I love how Nora studies everyone's face... I wish we knew what she was thinking!
Not to age her prematurely, sweet Anna is much younger than all of us and puts up with our flashbacks to high school!
Anna totally enjoys little ones as well.
It was so great to see each of you this evening, to have you finally meet Nora after the years of talking about this with you. I so appreciate all the support you've given me, and for sharing in our joy with us. Hugs all around...
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