Tuesday 19 April 2011

Introducing...

Nicolas Andrew Ahuka Klug




To clarify, it's pronounced a-hoe-ca, with a short a and a long o. It means "a giant man," or so we are told. And yes, that is Nicolas without an "h"- he was named by people who spoke French, and consequently used a different spelling. We added a middle/family name, Andrew, this time (instead of a first as we did with Tommy). While we were choosing names we continued to call him Nicolas...and the name grew on us.



Nicolas is eight and a half months old, and was born in the Democratic Republic of Congo. I resisted the urge to label this post "Our Congolese Cutie." It was hard, but I held back.



We are so excited that this sweet, adorable, cuddly boy has joined our family!


We are SO blessed.

22 comments:

caseychappell said...

LOVE!!!!!!!!!!!! He's beautiful!!!!

The Knudsen family said...

It is hard to hold back tears of joy for you and your family, Amy! He is amazing—look at that face! That smile!

Oh, what an Easter celebration you're going to have this year. Can't wait for all of you to be together, and to meet your sweet Nicolas!

Joline said...

I love him!

Heather said...

Hooray! He is perfect!

Unknown said...

Amy he is gorgeous! I can't wait to meet him!

Erika Hettinger said...

Congratulations! I have been reading your blog every day and have been so excited for your family! You have two beautiful boys! What a joy!

Unknown said...

Absolutely wonderful Amy and Jeff! Congratulations on your newest blessing!

Sweet Apron said...

Too cute for words. WIll you be able to resist those eyes when he wants something? Congrats on your new baby!!

Amber said...

Congratulations!!! Heis beautiful! We have been following your story and are so thankful God has blessed you with another boy... And blessed Nicolas as well!!

Laura Gifford said...

Tears in my eyes, Amy -- congratulations to all of you. I'm so glad they're on their way home!

Jon Ballast said...

AWESOME! So happy for you guys. He's a super cute little guy! I'm very interested to hear how Tommy adjusts. We tried pretty hard to prepare D for an adopted little bro but when it actually happened he was a bit "off" for a while. We'll pray for all of you guys as you settle in!

Unknown said...

He is so handsome!

Bella Carina Photo said...

So happy for you guys! Little Nico (I knew a Nicolas who's nickname was Nico instead of Nick which I thought was cool) is going to be best buds with Zach! Can't wait to meet him!

Jess said...

He is so beautiful- and that smile! It completely melts the heart. So excited for you guys, and yes, what an awesome Easter blessing for your family.

Rachel said...

Wow, what a beautiful boy! <3

Haley said...

AMAZING! beautiful. miraculous. adjectives fail me.

Sarah said...

What a cutie!! My heart is filled with gladness for you all

Nancy said...

I thought Tommy was the cutest thing in the world but now I have to think again! Nicolas is just adorable! Congratulations you guys!! Your family is groooowwwwing!!!! :-)

SisterHaiti said...

He's so gorgeous!!! SO excited for you guys! Can't wait to see you all together and hear what Tommy thinks! HUGS!

Unknown said...

I am ECSTATIC for you. Tears in my eyes.

Taryn said...

He is adorable!!!!! So glad your together as a family now :) I will be in touch about the process..Taryn

Ang said...

He is adorable! So excited for you!