Tony and Tina, We're so excited for all of you, and look forward to following you on your journey to Gracie. Of course we can't wait to meet her, and we know what a joy she will be in your life. There is nothing like parenting a little girl...she'll get into your heart in ways you can only imagine until it happens. Our Maggie can't wait to meet her either, and looks forward to many fun times together. The road is long, but the end is worth the wait, and we'll be praying for all of you until you're home safely. Derek, Carrie, and Maggie Carnohan
Dear Tony and Tina.............little lady bugs sure have a special place in all our hearts now. Everytime I see something with a lady bug I think of Gracie. She is soooooo loved and not even here yet. I am going to spoil her with beautiful little girlie things from Aunt Chrissy. Whenever I see a little Chinese girl I just want to put her in my pocket and take her home. You and Tony will be amazing parents together. You both have so much love to give i know that because you have shown me that same kind of love in my own journey. Maybe Santa could bring Gracie a little early for the DeNiro's. I will be checking out your webpage often. Hugs and Kisses from Kansas City. Luv Chrissy
Dear Tony, Tina and Alex, Just want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers as you anxiously await Gracie's homecoming. We can not wait to meet Gracie! Love, Jeanne and Jim
Tony, Tina and Alex, What a fabulous journey you have embarked upon and know that on our thoughts and prayers are with you. Gracie will be truly blessed to be part of your family. We will be anxiously checking your website for exciting new news about her arrival. Thank you for letting us share in this journey with you. The boys are always excited to here that there will be a new cousin to play with. Love, Beth, Tom, Michael and Benjamin
DEAR TONY AND TINA, I LOVE YOU GUYS. GRACIE'S ROOM IS BEAUTIFUL. KEEP FILLING IT WITH LOVE UNTIL SHE COMES HOME. I AM SO LOOKING FORWARD TO FOLLOWING YOUR JOURNEY TO GRACIE. I GUESS IT'S TAKING LONGER BECAUSE THEY ARE WAITING FOR THE PERFECT GRACIE JUST FOR YOU. UNTIL THEN, LET THE JOY BUILD. LOVE, AUNT PAULA
Tina, Thanks for sharing... You will get there and she will be home.. Charlene
Tony, Tina & Alex, I'm very excited for ya'll! I know it seems like the wait is forever, but remember, God's got everything under control. With Love, Jerry (Sluggs), Belinda, Kandy & Hunter
I'm sure you felt a little sadness that your baby girl wasn't able to join you this Christmas as we did. I pray that the referral process speeds up for both of our family's so that we can get our baby's home soon. Our log in date is 2-16-06, so who knows, maybe we'll be in China at the same time next summer. Good luck to your family, it looks like Gracie is going to be joining a very loving and happy crew. Denice1027@yahoo.com
Tony, Tina and Alex, I am getting more excited each day. I just can't wait for your little china doll to get here. I know she is heaven sent and will fill everyone's heart with joy. The lady bug on your wall on Christmas day was a reminder that she is with us in our hearts. That is the quite beauty of God's Grace. Love......NaiNai
Hi Tina and Tony, I loved the website and pray you receive Gracie soon. She is soo lucky to have such wonderful parents waiting for her. I will continue to check on her progress. Love and prayers, Karyn Weber :)
I just now saw the quilt! It looks so cool. If you can email me a picture of it I would appreciate it. I don't seem to have the option to zoom in on the pic in the website. Things are really happening now & I'm really excited for you both. I bought Gracie the CUTEST hat ever! We'll be seeing you soon. Love,Jamie (Hutch)
YAY you guys! I'm so happy we are so fortunate to welcome another little girl to our family! I'm so happy for you all!! =) Love, Hannah P.S. HI ALEX!! ;)
I love your site! The doggies are so cute! Thanks so much for sharing. :)
July 19, 2007 Tina, and Tony, O the wait has been so long, but she will be worth every minute of it. I love your website it is so nice. I can't wait to kiss her little face, and squeeze her so tight. She has no idea the love she has here waiting for her. She has a Mom and Dad so full of love for her , and this mamaw who can't wait to hold her in my arms, and tell her how much I love her. I want her to know how much I love her mommy and daddy also. Love Mom Mamaw Vena
Tina, and Tony I love your website, it is so nice. The wait has been so long, but it will be so worth it when we get to see our little darling. I can't wait to kiss her little face and hold her in my arms.I can only imagine the feeling you and Tony have, holding all the love in side till she gets here.Gracie is such a special little girl and has so much love waiting for her. Gracie mamaw loves you with all my heart and I love your mommy and daddy also. We are waiting for the day when you are in our arms, as well and in our heart. Love Mamaw Vena Mom
Hi, Thank you for including my poem "Were you born today" on your website and I'm glad you found it to be meaningful. Best wishes on your adoption journey! Mary McRae
Tony and Tina, We think of you often and are waiting for the news. The site is beautiful and shows the LOVING family that waits for Gracie to come home. Nancy and Errol
Hello. You don't know me but I regularly read the about the families on myadoptionwebsite.com. I noticed you had updated and stopped by to take a look. The first things I noticed was Lake Cumberland and Bengals. Are you in the Ohio or Kentucky area? I live in Verona, Kentucky. I like finding other waiting families in our area and would love to chat with you if you would like. If you want to email me, melicombs@yahoo.com If not, that's ok too. Otherwise, hang in there on your wait. I feel for you as the wait was so short when you started and has gotten so unbearable for you. We have no idea of when our journey will end. We first looked in to adoption Oct 2006 and are now LID 4/17/07. We could be at 2+ years before our first child comes in to our arms. Take care and I do hope and pray every day the process will speed up soon. Melissa Combs Verona, KY LID 4/17/07 for #1
Hello. You don't know me but I regularly read the about the families on myadoptionwebsite.com. I noticed you had updated and stopped by to take a look. The first things I noticed was Lake Cumberland and Bengals. Are you in the Ohio or Kentucky area? I live in Verona, Kentucky. I like finding other waiting families in our area and would love to chat with you if you would like. If you want to email me, melicombs@yahoo.com If not, that's ok too. Otherwise, hang in there on your wait. I feel for you as the wait was so short when you started and has gotten so unbearable for you. We have no idea of when our journey will end. We first looked in to adoption Oct 2006 and are now LID 4/17/07. We could be at 2+ years before our first child comes in to our arms. Take care and I do hope and pray every day the process will speed up soon. Melissa Combs Verona, KY LID 4/17/07 for #1
Tina, We certainly didn't imagine our wait being THIS long when we started our "secret pals," did we?!! We're getting closer and, before we know it, they'll be handing us our precious little ones!! Hang in there! Felicia Loeffler
Dear Tina & Family, Thanks for sharing your world with us. Your letter to Gracie is so special. She clearly has so much love waiting for her when she gets home. Can't wait until you get to fill in the "trip to china" part of this blog!! with all best wishes, your not-so-secret pal, Lisa
What an exciting experience. I'm so happy for you all. Take care and God bless. Wendy (Johnson) Ramsey
Tina, I hope you get your little girl home soon. How exciting for you! I wish you all the very best. I will pray that you get your little girl very soon. Melissa Cahall Benton
We will keep you in our prayers that Gracie will come home and join your loving family soon! ~The Collins Family (Sean, Sharon and Jacob)