We made it! On Friday December 7 at approximately 5:15 PM ET, Master William Hoyt Dove officially became a citizen of the USA.William is named for 2 grandfathers and one great-grandfather. My dad is William Charles, and Zack's dad is Benjamin Hoyt. Zack's grandfather was William Hoyt.
We appreciate the 3 sets of grandparents, Josh, and Paula for coming to the airport to welcome us home. It was so nice to see familiar faces as we came up the escalator!
William was so precious last night. Each night since we've had him, we kneel next to the bed and fold our hands to say prayers. Last night as we went in our room he went over to the bed and folded his hands, then looked at Zack and nodded his head. So we knelt and prayed together for the first time at our home as a family of 3. We are so incredibly thankful for the wonderful gift that God has given us!
We went to bed early and got a decent night's sleep but were all up by 4:30 this morning, so William is down for a nap now. Adie is in there protecting him - they are getting along so well!
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Poppa would have been so proud to know that his first great grandson has his same name. Of course he also would have loved him immediately the same as the rest of us do.
My emotions are just totally indescribable. To feel this kind of love that has grown over such a short time, and to be compounded when we finally met Master William last night. I wish everyone could hear his infectious little laugh. I wonder if I could record it as a ringtone on my cell? Okay, don't laugh at my idea.
So glad you're finally home, we've missed you so much, but the end result was worth the wait.
Our God is so good and so in control!
Love you all three,excuse me, four. Mom
Hello! I am so glad you guys have made it home safely! Sorry we didn't get to meet up while we were in Mariupol. We are very excited for you guys....congrats!!!
Welcome home! William is beautiful name, and it fits so perfectly!!! The image of all three of you praying as family in your home for the first time is priceless. Thanks for sharing your journey with all of us! We can't wait to see what the future holds for you guys!!
That photo of William *HOME* in bed with his dog is beautiful!
It has been a pleasure to follow your journey. I hope you'll continue to blog so we can watch you settle and grow as a family.
What an amazing story!
Absolutely precious!
Our appointment is Tuesday. I am right now in Kiev in our little flat!
Congratulations to your little family.
Welcome back Home! I see your little boy had a great nights sleep in his new bed. And I love he has a new buddy... Thanks for sharing your journey!
Welcome home!
William sounds like such a sweet heart. I love your story of praying together in your home!
Praising God for such a wonderful blessing for you all!
Hey. What a great name. It is so good to be able to incorporate family names too. Well, you came back to the country and we left the country. So glad you made it home safely and can't wait to meet William when we get back. I think I will have to try hard not to call him little guy. See you soon.
I am so in love with that sweet litle man! All I wanna do is look at him and touch his hair and hug him. Every time we get a new grandchild, I wonder how I could love another one as much as the ones I already have. But, I do!! The love just multiplies. I am sooooo happy for yall and so thankful to God for such a precious little boy who is such a perfect fit for your family. God is good....all the time !! We love yall so much and can't wait to see yall again.
Love,
T'Daddy and Gram :-))
Mimi asks everytime I go about ya'll and our boy. I just didn't tell her his name yet. Will she be in for a surprise when YOU tell her. That is so sweet....Willaim Hoyt and to be able to incorporate tribute to both your dads and a granddad. Papa loved his grandkids so much and would have loved the 4 great-grandchildren he has now. Can't wait to see him!
Glad ya'll are all home and safe.
YIPEEEE!!!:):):) You're home! What an adventure and what a darling little boy you have!
HUGS!
Zack & Jennifer, Your story is truly a Christmas miracle! God's love and works are wonderful! To think that William was waiting there for you to arrive while God touched your hearts to go find him and bring him home to be with you shows us all what an amazing and wonderful God we serve! We are so very blessed to share a small part of your journey. Thank you for including us to watch God work in your lives!
We can't wait to meet William, watch him grow, and spoil him rotten!!
We love you guys!
The Presnell's
So when are you taking him to the Rexall?
I bet this weekend and the last several weeks seem unreal now that you're home! I love the picture of him taking a nap. I'm sure all you want to do is stare at him in disbelief that he is now yours. CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU BOTH AS NEW PARENTS!! God has not only been good to you, but also to William for giving him such sweet parents. I will continue to pray for you as you beging yet another new exciting journey. Can't wait to meet him and see you all as a new family
I'm so glad you are back home! Congratulations New Parents!!!!
He is just precious....I know the days ahead of you will be the happiest of your lives. Children are miracles and I'm so glad you finally have your little boy! Can't wait to hear more as you all grow together....and please keep us updated!
Love, Julie
We are so glad you guys made it home safely. William is such a wonderful, classic name. We are out of town until after the new year, but we can't wwait to meet him when we get back.
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