Meeting Rory Video

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This is Brian. I'm not sure I'm supposed to be hacking into Melissa's blog, but you'll think its worth it. This 15 hour time difference has us really mixed up. She went to bed early and I'm the one staying up late on the computer. That is always the opposite way at home.

I have successfully uploaded the Meeting Rory video! Grab a box of tissues and enjoy!

Comments

Chris said…
oh my word, that is absolutely priceless. She is just gorgeous and her little laugh reminds me of Isabel's. I haven't even read your other post yet but know I am SO happy for you guys. I can't believe you finally got to meet her!
Enjoy the rest of your trip!
9:46 AM
Anonymous said…
OMG you guys! I am so happy for you, she is so precious! I cant wait to see you at the airport.

Terrah (wiping the tears from my eyes)
9:51 AM
Tim Lewis said…
She's beautiful, guys! Not a big crier, but I'm having to dab my eyes a little bit!

Ashton and Logan are praying for you this week. Can't wait to show them the video when I get home tonight.

Melissa, I thought the seaweed soup sounded awesome!
10:05 AM
Angie said…
Well, I have cried enough for today! The kids came in wondering what was wrong. The video was great. She is absolutely gorgeous!! I love those smiles and can't wait to do a photo shoot with her. I am so glad everything is going so well. Enjoy the rest of your time there.
10:15 AM
Kaitlynsmama said…
I should have waited to watch this- waited for a HUGE box of tissues!
Congratulations- she is beautiful. I know all the doubts and fears left the moment you laid eyes on her.
Praying for a wonderful trip and "smooth sailing" with the intial bonding.
Blessings,
Tammy and Jeongah Kaitlyn
10:37 AM
Anonymous said…
Thank you for sharing this with us! She is just gorgeous and such a cute little laugh:)

Michelle(A&BMommy)
10:41 AM
Anonymous said…
Okay, so there are not enough boxes of tissue in the state of Tn. and you chose our favorite song.
11:12 AM
StarWarsFans said…
Thanks for the tissue warning Brian. It was definitely needed! She's an absolute doll. Congratulations!
11:20 AM
Karen said…
Thank goodness you said up front that we'd need tissues! That song gets me every time, but the pics of Rory and her sweet laugh are priceless!
11:29 AM
Anonymous said…
Wahhhhh!! I am just bawling, That brought back so many memories..that was us on the ride to see our little boy. Congrats, she is so sweet and happy and perfect. I just love Korea, I love SWS, and this is just sooo beautiful. Congrats on your sweet little daughter. Gorgeous!
11:42 AM
Nikki said…
Congratulations!
Your daughter is absolutely beautiful and her giggle sounds like music!
And, I don't know ya from Adam and I had to grab a tissue!
Enjoy your sweet girl.
12:17 PM
Anonymous said…
Melissa and Brian,
Words aren't adequate....she is so so so so precious!!!!! Xavier and William can't wait to meet her and teach her a little onryness(no idea how to spell that!) we love you guys and are loving the videos and pictures!
Becky and Micah and boys
12:54 PM
Amanda said…
I enjoyed the video so much. Thanks for sharing it and I am so happy for you guys! This is probably the 4th time I have checked your blog today. I can't stay away!
1:05 PM
Anonymous said…
WOW...I am totally bawling right now. You can just feel the love and happiness happing right before you. The video is absolutely beautiful! Congratulations on your beautiful baby girl!!!

Dixi
3:49 PM
Jean said…
WHOA. . . .definately a two tissue warning needed! Your daughter is BEAUTIFUL . . . what a beautiful smile she has!
Enjoy your time in Korea!
-- Jean
4:12 PM
Keely~B said…
Beyond beautiful! I'm so happy for your family.

xo Keely
4:21 PM
Anonymous said…
Wow Melissa and Brian she is so beautiful. I cried like a little baby when I saw the video so thanks for the tip about the tissues.
5:50 PM
Anonymous said…
Contratulations, Brian and Melissa!
Rory is beautiful and looks like a very happy little girl. I'm so happy for you! Loyce
7:50 PM
Bretta said…
I'm sitting here in puddles. You are so blessed...thank you for sharing your special moment. Precious, precious, precious. Hugs!
9:04 PM
Kara said…
so beautiful-it could have been a dream! Congratulations-I'm SO happy for your family and especially this adorable little girl that gets to be a part of it!
9:39 PM
Across the Miles Photography said…
Oh Melissa and Brian...I am sitting here crying flood of happy tears! She is BEAUTIFUL and her giggle is beyond precious. I can't wait to see lots of scrapbook layouts of her...and to hopefully give her hugs sometime soon!

Love,
Kellie
9:49 PM
Unknown said…
Your daughter is beautiful - and Max, my six year old agrees. He said, "She looks so cute in her hairbows." Congratulations!
10:44 PM
Anonymous said…
Oh Melissa! I'm so happy for you!! I know how long you've waited for this day!! Congrats and enjoy your daughter! :)
8:40 AM
Wendy said…
Just watched this for the second time and am all misty once again!! Congratulations guys!!! She's an absolute doll baby!! :) :) :)
8:46 PM
Anonymous said…
OMGoodness! What a beautiful little girl! I'm SO happy for your guys. I can't begin to imagine how happy and excited you guys are. I hope her adjustment period can go fast and smooth as she starts her new life with her wonderful new family. TFS. This totally made me cry!

HUGS

Love,
Andrea :) (HappyScrapMom)
(digi-land friend from MSA)
10:15 AM
Anonymous said…
LOVESA GAVE ME YOUR LINK, YOU ARE SO BLESSED, SHE IS A BEAUTIFUL LITTLE GIRL. I'D BEEN KEEPING TRACK OF CAMDEN THRU AUNT JUNE AND LAUREN. NOW YOU HAVE A MATCHING PAIR! KISS THEM BOTH JUST FOR ME!!
GODS RICHEST BLESSINGS TO ALL
VICKI LYNN
8:27 AM
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