Last night we arrived in Guangzhou which is where the U.S. Consulate is located and where we are completing the final stages of the adoption process. It was a 1 1/2 hour flight from the bustling city of Chongqing, toward the south where it is even hotter (similar climate to Louisiana). This morning we had Faith's visa phot taken, had her medical exam completed in preparation for our visit to the U.S. Consulate on Monday, and now are about doing a little shopping. Faith continues to be very tightly attached to me (Brian), but has warmed up a little more to Barbara--she has been able to feed her, take her to the bathroom (thank goodness), even give and receive lots of kisses (when Faith is in the right mood). However this morning during breakfast I tried to pass her to Barbar so I could get some food, and she threw the mother of all fits, ending my breakfast unfortunately. She is bright and happy a lot of the time but definitely has a strong will--"spicy" as they say here of Chongqing food and girls alike. This is also a very independent little girl--she even feeds herself with chopsticks!! BJ and McKenzie have been excellent travelling companions and are having the time of their lives.
I'm sure I'm leaving a lot out (I give a lot less detail than Barbara); we'll be adding some other details with pictures after we return on Wednesday. Also there is free Internet access in some of the stores and cafes (as I am using right now) so we will try to post daily these last few days.
3 comments:
Very spicy! She still sounds sweet, though she is willful at times. It somehow sounds familiar... Maybe it is mostly the 2 year old thing. I know BJ and McKenzie have to be soaking all the new experiences up, as well as you two! And of course it is all new to Faith. Can't wait till you are all home!
Hey guys! We are so happy to read the good reports. Can't wait to meet Faith. She sounds wonderful. We continue to pray for all of you. Love, Jen, John and kids
It is wonderful to hear of your adventures. I am sure the biggest adventure is learning your new daughter's temperment. But what a fun and wonderful thing to go through. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you start your journey home.
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