Meeting Chloe (The Story)

On Monday, August 27th, Cara, our birth mom, Cara’s mom (Dawn) and Chloe arrived at 11:00 to the attorney’s office. We were told earlier in the day that neither Cara nor Dawn wanted to meet us, but that we should be on call to come into the office earlier if they changed their mind. At 12:00 we received a phone call saying they were ready for us and that Dawn wanted to meet us, but Cara would not be there. We walked into the attorney’s office and were surprised to see Dawn and Cara holding Chloe. I hugged Cara and told her I was so glad she stayed. I was holding a baby doll I brought for Chloe. Chloe and I fed the baby while Cara continued to hold Chloe. She tried to give Chloe to me but Chloe wanted Cara. Cara and Chloe and I sat down on the floor and continued to play together with the baby doll. Cara and I had a chance to talk while Chloe played close by. Cara shared Chloe’s schedule with me and talked about her favorite things and different ways Chloe communicates. We also talked about why she chose us for Chloe. It was very clear to everyone that Cara has loved and taken very special care of Chloe the past 18 months. They had a very special bond and attachment to each other.

When it was time for Cara to leave she tried once more to put Chloe in my arms. Chloe fussed. Cara looked at Chloe and said, “It’s OK. She is a good lady.” Cara put her in my arms again and left. Robert walked Cara to the door and hugged her tight. Chloe screamed, Cara cried and so did Robert. The last words Cara said to Robert were, "I know in my heart that you will give her the love and encouragement that she needs... thank you." Chloe continued to cry for a while. She would hold out her arms to Drew. Drew would hold her and she would lay her head on his shoulder and stop crying. For 30 minutes Drew was her only comfort. Robert took her later and she fell asleep in Robert arms for a little while. When she woke up she was as happy and as sweet as could be. We just can’t take our eyes off of her. We have enjoyed all your posts and phone calls and are so happy to share these moments with you. We can’t wait to get home and let Chloe meet Kellan and Ryan!

We hope to be home Saturday night!

Love,

Tracy