Big Bro is ready!

When we first told Auden he was going to be a big brother, I had an arsenal of books geared towards older siblings of adopted children.   He wasn't too interested for the first three months but as time went on they are now practically the only thing he wants to read.  He brings them to me morning and night and it makes my heart so happy because it shows me how excited and interested he is now for his little brother.   The books are doing a great job of explaining: that you don't have to look like each other to be a family, some babies are in need of families, Grant is going to be scared and sad for a little while, big brother's are good for getting first laughs from the their new sibling and helping to teach him English.   And most importantly, Mommy and Daddy's love won't change for him when his little brother comes home.  There is enough love for everyone:-)  These are his two favorites...

  

We also made a "things to do with my brother" box in January and we periodically have Auden add a note or picture to it when we talk about something that would be fun to do with his new brother.  An added bonus is it works on his tracing letters and drawing skills too:-). 

Auden has been doing an awesome job at learning some Korean words (in fact, better than Daddy!).  He knows how to say "hello" to Grant (kids), and the more formal longer version for adults.  He also knows "thank you," "I love you," "carry on back" (in the carriers which we will use there) and the toddler Korean words for "snack" or "cookies/crackers".   

This week I'm going to work on bowing with him.  It's comparable to a handshake in our culture and I want him to do it when we meet some important people, like the Judge!  

Meanwhile, the list-making and packing is in full force!   Can't believe we only have two more weekends at home before we leave!!!!