Monday, May 5, 2008

Meet Mia Antonia Hutchings Benny, Sophia's Baby Sister
















This is Sophia's new baby sister, the news you have all been waiting for! Mia is a 17 month girl who is well liked by her doctor and caregiver in the orphanage. She is responding to her name and already understands the she has a big sister named Sophia. She has a good disposition but a little mind of her own thus the middle name Antonia. Today we went to the Kodak store and made pictures of Sophia to give to Mia so she can start to get used to her face. When the doctor came in for a visit she told Mia that Tara and I were her mother and father and she nodded yes that she knew that we were. It will be a little difficult at first because she understands Kazak and Russian but no English, however when you speak to her she understands what you are saying and she will go get a toy when you point to it and ask her to bring it to us. She understands no very well but it is not her favorite word. Love David and Tara

8 comments:

dnd82001 said...

Oh my gosh - what a beauty!!

We are extremely happy that you found this sweet little thng espically after such a rouch start.

I will email you.
Darlene

Anonymous said...

Dear Tara, David, and Mia!!
Such a woderful ending to the week from Hell!! She is beautiful, adorable, and Ya Ya can't wait togive her hugs. (at a distance at first!) Congratulations for a job well done! Love to the three of you.
Ya Ya

Anonymous said...

She looks very happy ! Congrats to Sophia , the new big sister! love, devon

Anonymous said...

Congratulations!! She is beautiful!!!! Do you have any idea when she will come home?? (Yes, I am praying it's June 12th!!!!)

I can't wait to meet my newest niece!

Love you!
Aunt Lisa

Anonymous said...

David, Tara and Sophia, No words can express how happy we are. We are thrilled beyond words...the tears of joy have been flowing!! To see Sophia so happy this morning when she received the news and picture of her baby sister, Mia, was thrilling! Aunt Gert is also estactic! We can't wait to hold Mia and welcome her to the family! Sophia said we have to add one more place at our table! We told her that Great Gramma Benny said there was always room for one more at our table!!! God Bless you all! All our love and more...
Mom and Dad Benny

Anonymous said...

I am so excited, I am jumping out of my skin. She is beautiful and I know you both must be overjoyed. Please give her a big hug and kiss from all of us and tell her we love her. Mom and Dad practically attacked me at the front door this morning wanting to see the pictures. We are thrilled and can't wait to meet her. love you both, elaine

Anonymous said...

Mia - Your Sunnyside neighborhood friends can't wait to meet you and play with you. We're all so excited to share our toys and be good friends. See you soon!

Ellie, Sarah and Katie Gallagher

Anonymous said...

to mia i love you from sophia.
i love you mommy and daddy.
i can't wait to see my baby sister.
mia antonia hutchings benny you
look so cute. good bye. i love you. come home soon.