Adoption Day!

Today, Sacha officially adopted Mateo and became his legal parent. We had a brief ceremony at the Multnomah County Courthouse this morning and watched the judge sign the order of adoption. Well, all the adults watched it. Mateo slept through the whole thing!

The adoption becoming official was a big moment for all three of us. In fact, it was the first (and probably only, at least for the forseeable future) valid legal recognition of our family (and our marriage). We are so happy and grateful that Mateo can not only have two moms, but two moms who are legally recognized by the state! Obviously, LGBT rights have a long way to go in Oregon and nationally, but they have also come a long way and we reaped the benefits of that today. Sacha's cousin, Rachel, came with us and took a video of the event, as well as providing fabulous company and baby assistance. Thanks, Rachel!

After the hearing, we went out to brunch at Mother's, a very appropriately named restaurant in downtown Portland, and had a wonderful time.

Here are a couple of photos of our big morning. Congratulations, Sacha!!