Upon arriving home with Melia, Zac was the least enthusiatic. I think he knew he was losing his spot as baby of the family and also was having to share the attention of his parents. For a few weeks we saw some behaviors that told us he needed affirmation that he was still loved, still special and still important to us.
Fortunately, after a few conversations about his new role as BIG brother his negative behaviors stopped and he and Melia are turning into great friends. Zac is VERY expressive. You always know exactly what he is feeling because he wears his heart and emotions on his sleeve. When he loves, he loves passionately. He is also very hands on and loves to have everyone's attention. So, we have seen in him a growing affection for Melia. He LOVES to touch her face and kiss her and hug and hold her. He loves to make her laugh, and boy oh boy, does Melia laugh at him. She thinks he is quite the comedian. Zac will take her by the hand and gently lead her down steps or push her on the swing. I love watching the way he protects her as well.
This brother and sister relationship is beautiful. There have been a few times recently where Hallie and Jacob are off doing something on their own and I get to watch Zac and Melia interact as siblings. I am so blessed when I think how God brought these two precious children from Russia and China together in Omaha, NE to be brother and sister and how he has made me their mommy.
If you have never considered adoption, just watch this video...
Isn't adoption amazing?
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