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We are a family of 5 living life in North Pole, Alaska! Where Santa Claus House is right down the street! We love spending time together as a family, having fun, learning through homeschooling, growing in our faith, and building our forever home! We hope you enjoy seeing are crazy life, full of lots of laughs, great memories and maybe a few tears..
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I was 2 months old when my parents adopted me in the 80s. They were always open about where I came from and that I was adopted which I now see was a positive impact on my childhood and self journey. As a child, a concept so hard to understand, they found books, poems and ways to convey the meaning in various ways. It was and is always a safe space to discuss adoption and our experience as a family. The best was when they said that my biological parents gave me as a gift to them because god knew we were supposed to be a family. People respond to my adoption with curiosity which I am open about to help advocate and normalize it. The response that always hits me is, “your parents must have really wanted you.” Also, we always celebrate my “gotcha day” which is like a second birthday when my parents “got me” and every year we reflect on that life changing day and I receive cards of how lucky they are because of us coming together. ❤
Same story here... Lol but 20 years earlier... I was blessed with fantastic parents we may not have had riches but we were so happy. My wider family of Aunts Uncles and cousins helped me ( an only child) feel part of a huge family unit. Although both parents have passed on my love and appreciation and,above all, thankfulness have made me who I am today. Adoption is a fantastic gift both to the child and the adoptive parents.
Beautiful ❤️ has your family watched the UA-cam channel
"Crazy Pieces"? You would love them. I believe 18 kids all but 3 adopted at different ages. Her sister , from "Crazy Middle's"! Same thing lots of adopted children.its beautiful to watch . They are Church going family and I think you'd enjoy watching them. I'm really excited to watch your family grow. Yippie!!! Ice skating rink!!! Whooo hoo your life is very nice and your family is precious. Hugs
How BEAUTIFUL a story wish mine was the same, but I know my HAPPY ENDING is right around the corner❣️I can FEEL IT❣️Thank you 🙏🏻 for sharing your LOVELY STORY with us❣️And God bless you 🤲🏻 your family, and to ALL who read this❣️🥰
Audrey has taken on such a role of the upbringing of the little one. I think it was wonderful timing after great grandma's passing... She cares so much.
When we adopted my sister with special needs it was a huge blessing. It was a family endeavor!! It still is, nearly 20 years later. She is cognitively a 7 year old, but God uses her to remind us of TRUTH and true love daily.
Many prayers for your wonderful family and sending love from Minnesota!
I was adopted by my father after my Mom and Dad we married.He gave unconditional love ❤️ and I was a Daddy's girl..God gave me the best Dad in the whole world. I 👏 applaud your family for opening your hearts to love your new baby girl. God brought you all ❤️. I'm so excited for your family.
I was adopted by my grandparents when my mom passed away at a young age. I am so happy and grateful for them.
My son and his wife adopted a baby boy from Florida. We live in Minnesota. They had a 7 year old biological son at the time. We were all so THRILLED to welcome the little guy to our family. Just shower with love! They are family no matter how that come into it! ❤
My husband was adopted and the one thing he has struggled with off and on over the years is abandonment and not feeling wanted by his birth family. He copes with it much better now that he’s older but there’s always those unanswered questions that remain. No amount of assurance can take that sting away. What has helped is learning some of the specific circumstances behind his adoption. My advice is to write down everything you know so maybe someday you can fill in some gaps for your little girl. Praying for you all🙏🏻
Thank you so much for sharing Jessica!
Great advice:)
My mom was adopted by her own mothers sister (my gma gave my mom to her sister) and still went into therapy over the rejection. My gma stayed in her life, lived very nearby, my mom called her Mother n him Daddy. She called her aunt (who adopted her) not mom but another name.
My mom felt very rejected even tho she had a whole life with her mom. Mostly becuz her older sister lived with their mom n dad. My mom just wasn’t wanted n her aunt couldn’t have kids so the 2 sisters thought they’d pass her around like a puppy (born in 1945).
God truly is a miracle worker! We can’t get over how much the new baby looks just like Audrey!
Identical to Audrey. So pretty and probably will be super smart like her too.
WOW yes they are
I'm glad to hear someone else saw the resemblance. I've thought baby girl looked like Audrey from day one. Have a blessed day!
@@bradthomas1122 I did to but I just thought it was me
I just noticed that too!
Can we just take a minute to recognize Evelyn's awesome gymnastics talent? Great job family. Love you guys.
I am so thrilled that you have a final adoption date❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️. This baby girl will be so loved and definitely raised in a Christian loving family❤️❤️❤️
We have adopted 3 kiddos…….just make sure she always knows she is WANTED! You are a wonderful family…….she is lucky to have you and you are lucky to have her!!
We adopted our first child, our daughter, as an infant. We tried to get pregnant for ten years and she’s the one that made us parents. She has struggled heavily with abandonment issues her entire life. I wish we (and her) had attended a support group for adopted parents and children to understand the issues she struggled with. It has been tough. She is 42 now and doing better. We love her so much.
I adopted both my boys many years ago. They are now 33 and 30. My oldest was 3 1/2 through foster care and youngest was 8 weeks old. My blessings are special needs because of biological mom's substance abuse. I pray everyday that I have been a good mom. I'm so blessed.
You are doing a fantastic job. She is one fortunate little girl. ❤️
I was adopted by my grandparents when I was 10, with them for the most part before that. It was an amazing childhood and they gave me what I needed and not what I wanted. Humbling for them to raise me and then care for them in their old age.
So freaking happy for ya'll!! =))
Thanks for posting
We adopted our 4th child (and youngest)as a newborn, total surprise, we never dreamed we’d adopt, our youngest at the time was 16!! You are right you feel like it is definitely Gods work! We started all over again as much older parents! She is a teenager now! She is keeping us young but tired also lol! Love your vlogs! Thanks for posting!💕
Both of you are great parents for all your children. Just bring her up and you will do great. Make sure she knows she's part of your family and not left outside looking in. Blessings.
Audrey is the best big sister ever!!!! Always kind, loving, alway hands on!!!! 🥇
I love seeing other people adopt. I have a 5 year old boy that I have adopted and I’m in the process of adopting 2 little girls. They are all foster to adopt so they’ve all been through a lot in their tiny lives but they’re good now and I couldn’t imaging not having them in my life. There is a purpose for everything that happens and these little come to us and all we need to do is give them the unconditional love they deserve.
We have 9 children. Six are adopted. We did not do foster care. Once the adoption agency got our name we grew! We became involved with the agency in helping to find prospective adoptive parents and we grew! Lol. They are all grown with families of their own. We have 25 grandbabies. We love these grandbabies! God bless.
Just love her always. She will remember that when she is older. YOU are her parents. You are doing an amazing job with the kids.
Every child is special, however they come into a family, they come in perfect. Much love from Australia.💙
Hi fellow Aussie...I agree totally I was adopted and absolutely adored my parents and expended family.
The baby is so lucky to find a loving caring family that will love her unconditionally ❤
My husband and I adopted a new baby boy when we were 53 years old. I think one of the coolest things was when we saw our name on a birth certificate for a child we didn't give birth too. He's 10 now and he is our everything. Unlike ya'll, we fought in court for three years for him. Never once was he taken from our home from the court or biological mom. It was very stressful, but it was God's plan and it turned out exactly how he planned. Enjoy this journey. She is precious, as are all your babies. I love how they love her.
I remember court day with my brother's adoption, it was a amazing day! Praying for you guys!
It's so cool that Garret is in awe of you. I felt that way about my Dad too!
I am still in awe of my Dad. He is 83 years young. I am 60. We have a special bond. Love him forever!
Congrats to the whole family! So excited for you! That precious baby has a wonderful home!!!! 🌈🌈❤️💖💙🙏🙏🙏🙏💖❤️🌈🙏🙏🙏
Adoption is awesome. They are chosen children that comes from your heart as your own. ❤️. How cool is it to build a ice skating ring in your parents back yard. Here in the South we have to go to the coliseum 20 minutes away. . It is only during Hockey season.
You both are going to make baby girl an awesome life. So sweet.
My kids closest friends who live/moved in with us, they tell everyone that i adopted them told me years later that they was sp thankful for my care and love for them as my own and protected them. I'd do it all over again!!!
You have 3 awesome kids. And they are happy. I wouldn't change a thing regarding raising the baby. You are great parents.
We adopted our son. He came into our lives at 14mo old. I think be open and honest with her and be supportive when she struggles with the why questions. Because they will happen! You are an awesome family
Adoption is a beautiful thing. The ice skating rink is a great idea
I forgot the diaper bag so much I ended up just making one that stayed in the car all the time. I would replenish it every week when I grocery shopped before bringing the supplies in the house. Good luck!
Such a wonderful and beautiful family. Very humble.
Gosh! I just LOVE your family!!!! I smile and light up when I see your videos!!!! Thank you so much!
My husband and I adopted. We tried 8 yrs to have baby. After 2 missus we signed up for adoption. Just treat her the same way you treat your other children. My son just turned 20 and I will be 61 end of December. He has always known he was adopted. He didn't understand when he was little, but he does now. I believe God wanted us to have him. You guys are amazing parents. Hugs to you all
From being adopted and not being told anything about it until I was 16 years old. I ran away from home. I felt so betrayed. From my experience as a child and my sons experience. If you tell them from the beginning the truth. About their parents and how much you love her and why you wanted to be her parents.The more well adjusted and better people they become in the long run.
I agree.
I agree with you 100 percent!!! I was adopted as a 6 week old baby clear back in 1962 and as far back as I can remember I was always told about my adoption. My mom and dad always explained it to me and I thought all kids were adopted!!!! I never felt any different about it. To me it was normal
I’m so sorry, I can’t imagine any parent doing that but they had their reason.❤❤❤
God bless you and I hope you a full filled life now.
Your new arrival is very fortunate to have you to be onto your family 💜
Love that you are sharing all of the crazy, new baby in the house escapades! LOL Left the diaper bag ... classic! Keep up the great work!
Trust me you have 3 wonderful kids I think you will do fine. Just keep on doing exactly what you have been she will know she is well loved and cared for. 🥰😘
Hello Somers family. No snow in Europe. Is coming - YES! Have a beautiful day. Bye. Rudi.
One thing someone told me with our first baby that was handy was to pack the extra change of clothes in a gallon ziptop bag so if you have a blowout, you have a safe place to store the messy clothes until you get home. Hope it helps someone
Starlink was a GAME CHANGER for us in Wisconsin! An absolute dream + improved our lives greatly for working at home, Netflix-wise, homework, etc. 🎉
I started at 45 with a drug baby my nephew. My children were grown he is handicapped somewhat and he is still with me 19 years later. It is good to know that baby is a part of your family.
I actually adopted my niece and nephew since they were newborn. It's been 15 years and I love every minute from their 1sts up to now. Wouldn't change it for anything so worth the wait, the court dates and when finalization hit, I cried because they were mine forever. Congrats and enjoy! You have an amazing beautiful family! Love all the way from zuni new mexico! ❤️
As a birth mom it’s exciting to see this side of the triad. That’s what they call it. I hope that in the future you will let your daughter meet her birth mom if she wants to. Part of me misses my 36 year old daughter still. I just pray that one day she will make contact.
Garrett is so cute, I love his excitement!
I’m from a …. not so good home. My dad died of drug overdose. My mom did unspeakable things. My advice: if you worry that you won’t be good enough parents, you’ll be good enough parents. You guys got this. Your children are very blessed!
Can't wait to find out beautiful girl's name! My niece is adopted, and aside from immediate family, we couldn't tell anyone until the 30 days had passed. Hardest secret to keep!
(30 days are given in case the birth mother changes her mind. This is law in Ontario)
She's named Emma, a name I chose ❤️ and her middle name is my dad's name. (He never got to meet his granddaughter 😞 )
Adoption is such a beautiful thing.
I agree with Bert it is definitely a God thing... You guys are perfect for this miracle baby. It's a blessing and a gift. That whole thing is smooth sailing for a reason; it's so obvious this is a win all the way around. Jessica deserved to get one that just was miraculously delivered by a Stork :)
SO, about the forgotten diaper bag. My youngest baby is a 4-year-old and I still just keep a change of clothes and wipes in the car always. When she was smaller, I had a few diapers and a small pack of wipes in the pouch behind the seat of my car... in case of emergencies or if I forgot. It's not everything you need for a tiny but it was enough to get me through errands and back home. I AM SO EXCITED FOR YOUR FAMILY!! LOVE FROM DALLAS, TEXAS!!!!
i miss u guys welcome back have fun with the litte one !!!!!! god bless u all !!!
Yes a video including Starlink! I just would like to ask for prayer. I am on hospice nearing my last days/weeks here on Earth. I am a believer for sure, but I’m still scared at times. Please pray for peace for me. ❤️❤️❤️thank you.
Adoption happens in so many ways but is special in all ways !! We are grandparents of 6 , all 5 and under ! 2 we have adopted this year but that final court day is so emotional and a relief at least for us ! Being grandparent’s it is a bit different .
She will always know she is a blessing given to you by god and Nana .
So excited to hear your awesome news about the adoption. She is in a loving home. Evelyn is doing awesome in gymnastics. You are all amazing and God Bless 🤗🤗
Thank you for sharing your family and lives with us!!! Always brightens my day when I see a new notification!!! Love to you from Ohio!!🔥✨💖💫💖✨💯👏👏👏
So good to see everyone! I think the new baby smiled at us while on Audrey's lap. She is wide eyed, taking it all in, staying awake longer. I like the skating rink. I loved going to South Park Ice Skating Rink, in Pennsylvania. I loved sitting bye the fire place having a hot chocolate.
By my fourth baby, I learned to put a small bin under the seat in the car that was my "diaper bag" as back up. Just packed essentials in it: diapers, wipes, bottle, formula if I was using it or snacks as they got older (though, maybe some dried out wipes for you guys so they don't freeze, then just add water which you probably can use a water bottle for). Saved my mommy hide more then once!! Haha. Keep up the good work.
We treated our adopted daughter just like our other kids! I never wanted her feel different! In my heart there was no difference. I would pray and come against the spirit of rejection! I watch Long, lost family about adults who were put up for adoption! This might give you some insight! I would tell my grandsons to pray for their Korean grandparents salvation so we would meet them in heaven one day! I pray my daughter would meet her biological family, which seems impossible but nothing is impossible with God! Pray for wisdom! Congratulations that God chose you to be her parents! ❤
Not going to lie. Seeing that snow is giving me anxiety. LOL. We had 70's last weekend and now preparing for some of that white stuff real soon.
not a fan of that white stuff either!
Thanks for the update on her name. I can completely understand why you are waiting. The court date is an exciting time to finally have your family complete. Love you all.
Best advice as a foster/adoptive mum in Australia, bring all children up the same, same rites of passage, opportunities and experiences, everyone is equal. Also life story books and memory boxes are important for all children but especially for children you do not birth. I tell my younger two “we chose you” and they have appreciated that. ❤❤❤❤❤
We live in a very rural area in the Appalachian mountains & don't even get a cellphone signal. Up until a few months ago, our only internet option was Hughesnet (awful - do NOT recommend!) But after getting our Starlink, we've rejoined civilization again & absolutely LOVE it! I think you'll enjoy it. And congrats on that beautiful baby's court date!
I knew it was a final court date! Baby is so lucky and so are y'all ❤️. What a great Thanksgiving and Christmas season! May many more Blessings come to your family! God Bless Y'all!!
What a Happy Video❣️You’re Family makes my Heart happy. Hugs🤗
As another adoptive mama, I'm just so, so happy for you guys. I cannot believe how fast the process has gone for you! It's all just so exciting and beautiful.
Naming the little missy after grandma Somers would be a great honor to her.
One of the single ladies at my church in illinois adopted an fertilized embryo anis gonna give birth to the child, I didn't know it was possible to adopt a soon to be destroyed unwanted embryo. Adoption in any form is a sign og God working through families. God bless you all with your beautiful new addition to the Sommers family.
Prayering for you guys Amen
My family adoption story started 50+ years ago. Our parents took us(my 2 sisters and I) out of school the day we went to pick him up. We sisters were 1st to see him, while Mom and Dad signed papers. My parents also took us out of school to go to court on the day the adoption was finalized. He understood from the beginning of the circumstances surrounding his birth. He is so very loved.I feel it's very important to tell the child when she can understand about the adoption. God's blessings for you and your family for the new family member !
Really happy that things are progressing so quickly with the adoption! Praying for you that all goes smoothly!
Ah I miss those days of ice skating on the lake behind my parents house back in the 80s. It just doesn't get as cold like then anymore .
Nice lil catch up. Great things are surrounding you all. Oh my, Evelyn sure is quite the gymnast!! Garrett, what an awesome lil man, fetching the bins with the snow mobile, too cute. And Audrey, wow, what a precious young lady. Such a tender old soul, taking such great care of her baby sister. Blessings family. Love from British Columbia Canada 🇨🇦
So happy for you all and Baby girl!! Adopted lady here and so was my Grandpa and Grandma and two of my friends. The best advice to make them totally apart of your life and never treat them differently then your bio kids. Lots of prayers and love sent to you Jessica and Bert, Babygirl, and kiddos!!God bless you all!!🙏🙏💖🤗
You will be the best parents ever!! Just look at the success you have with your natural children and you will see the promise of the future for ALL of your children!
Hey guys, I have Starlink and live deep in the woods like you. It's been working well and has a nifty feature for extreme weather where there is a heater on the dish which melts snow and ice. I hope that you have success connecting to a fast, reliable signal. It is a bit spendy to buy the initial equipment but worth it! Congratulations on your lovely baby girl! You are all blessed.
Love your family even more, cause there’s more family to love😉❤️🎈
You guys are such a blessing!!! I love watching the blessings God has given your family!! And yes, I would like to see that video!! You guys are so humble!! God continue to bless your family as you serve Jesus our Lord and Savior!!!!
Love the ice rink! My father built one for us kids in our backyard so we could play hockey and practice our figure skating. Hope the kids enjoy it.
I was adopted at a similar age and even I experienced loss and grief over my biological family. Allow her to experience that and support her through it. It will only help to strengthen your bond.
My husband and I are going to do foster care, and we very much are hoping to adopt. The past 10 years have been busy dealing with my health issues, but I received a kidney transplant 9 months ago, and we are praying that the time is right. My ultimate dream is to adopt a group of older siblings and be able to keep them together, but we are open to any possibility, and since following your journey, I have been praying that God will work out a plan for us as beautifully as He has for your family!
I love y’all. Thank you for uploading. I appreciate every upload! Especially these with a new baby it is not easy.
Little Miss has grown soooo much since she first came to live with Y'all. Such a cutie pie, like her big brother and sister's. I love watching your videos. God bless you all.
Garret your becoming such great little guy your suchgreat helper to your family ❤
Long time listener, first time caller 😆 As an adoption social worker, I’m am shocked at how fast the adoption is moving! Praise God! I sent you a DM on insta but I would love to share some book and resource ideas with you! ❤️
I adopted a little boy who is now 8.... and I am 61 ~ I always say that I believe this was "Gods plan"!!
Hope sky link works well for you.
The time it will save you. You all have melted into an awesome larger family 🙏🙏🙏🙏❣️U All !!
Baby Girl 100% waved on the outro! So cute.
Great idea with skating ring! My friends Dad did the same thing when I was a kid. We loved it! Evelyn you are so great at gymnastics. Good luck on adoption! ❤️
Had a friend adopted. She was told always about it in different ways and how much she was loved and they choose her. They always celebrate her birthday day and adoption day/ gotcha day. Her mom left her a letter she got it at 18 it helped alot. Praying always.
Y’all are great parents, you will be fine with the baby girl !! Love the ice skating rink!! Have fun !! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
U r a wonderful family god bless u all
I was adopted when I was a baby by a aunt. My real mom had my younger sister a day from me being a year old. My aunt took me to help my mom. I never went back. My aunt daughter are older then me. I know it was best for me. It was hard raised like a only child. It was hard at time knowing I had sisters and a brother. So time why me,but I always knew I was adopted. Love you Somers family.
Congrats you are totally wondeful parents. You have this !!
Y’all are such an amazing family God Bless Y’all !!
Not a adoptive parent but a teacher and one thing that I saw that worked well was the adoptive parent made a my family picture book that told the story of the birth family and the adoptive family with lots of photos. One thing experts say is to let the child know from the beginning they are adopted but that they are apart of your family and for littles books work best since they can go back to it over and over again.
Keep a backup bag in the car ☺️👍🏻 just in case you forgot the diaper bag or an emergency pops up. Evelyn is doing amazing 🤩
Baby girl is so sweet, Audrey is becoming her second mommy 😊that’s so cute . She’s very lucky to have you as parents. Growing very quickly😊God bless the Somers family 🙏🏼🙏🏼😀🤗😍
I adopted my niece and nephew by myself at 32 years old. They are 8 and 12 now. I have had them for a few years. They are my world.
People say they are lucky to have me but I am lucky to have them. They have changed my life.