It’s Official; We Have a New Member of the Family….

Hello everyone! Today is March 30, 2009, which marks 2 years, 7 months, and 30 days since starting the adoption process. While our court decree is ready, we could not pick it up from the judge today (based on the judge’s meeting schedule). Mildly frustrating, but we are still on schedule for the rest of the week and, hey, what’s one more day after all this time, right? Hahahaha… (please note the mild sarcasm) ;o)

However, our 10 day waiting period is complete and, at long last, we are able to officially introduce the newest member of our family….Victoria Ann Fantozzi.

We’ve come such a long way since the day we first set eyes on our little girl (we have crossed both oceans to see her). But, on September 24, 2008, she walked down a short flight of stairs and straight into our hearts…where she will stay forever. Today is a day filled with excitement and joy…one which starts a new chapter in our lives (as well as our family and friends). You have all traveled this journey with us and we are delighted to have you share this wonderful day with us.

Just as a reminder, here is the first picture that we ever took of Victoria…


Here are some pictures from today. In one, she is playing hide and seek with her blanket while “watching” Scooby Doo…in the other, she is trying on her new hat…
P.S. – Pics/Videos associated with previous posts are up. So, if you are interested, feel free to have a look.