Judson's homecoming

Judson Elijah Haag came home from Haiti on July 24th, 2010 (7 weeks ago), one of the happiest days of our lives. He is a happy and loving little boy who enjoys interacting with his family and singing to music (in his own way--loudly), clapping his hands, and kicking his little feet. Laughing is part of his nature; he smiles easily. He crawls on all fours (hands and feet, not knees), and he took his first steps this week. I have a feeling that he’ll be walking by his first birthday (Oct. 1).


Medically he’s doing well too. Since his arrival he’s had a small procedure on his tongue, which went smoothly, and he’s no longer tongue-tied. He was incredibly cute as he just sat there looking at the doctor with curiosity and didn’t shed a tear throughout minor surgery.

Currently Judson weighs 15.4 lbs and is 28 ½ inches long. When he arrived in the U.S., he was 13.2 lbs. He is still at zero percent for weight on the standard growth chart but is making significant gains. He arrived from Haiti with ear infections in both ears and for five weeks we tried multiple types of antibiotics. Today Judson’s ears are improving but one still isn’t quite where it should be.

God has blessed us with a remarkable little boy to love. He has brought our family closer together and teaches us new things about what it means to love every day. Thank you Lord. Your Word is true. You are a faithful God who hears the prayers of those who serve You.

I just want to say thank you to our friends and family who have been praying for us during this time of transition. We appreciate you more than words can say.