Yesterday we became a forever family. It was an exciting and crazy day! At 8:30 we left the hotel with our guide Linda and traveled to the Governmental Adoption Office and finalized the adoption. We met with many officials and they all asked the same question, is this the child you wish to have? Well, yeah! Of course we said yes. We had to promise not to abandon her, not to abuse her, and treat her like our own child. Again, not a difficult decision. After that, we had two more govermental offices to visit. We had an opportunity to meet with the director of her orphanage.
Last night we went out to celebrate and bought her some girly girl clothes. How fun was that! Max didn't complain, but you could tell he wanted to do other things.
Nanchang is an amazing city. There are between 4-5 million people here, and no traffic signals or stop signs. The streets are filled with cars, buses, motor scooter, bikes, and pedestrians, and not a sing fender bender. The four of us walked around town last night with our guide and it was amazing. We all made it back to the hotel last night in one piece.
The food here is amazing! Our hotel has a breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffet and it is awesome. The local food is is spicy and flavorful and unlike anything I've ever tasted. Really yummy!
Today was the first day we saw our little girl laugh and smile spontaneously. Pretty incredible and lots of fun!
2 comments:
I think I speak for all of us back here in the States when I say thank you for keeping us informed! The pictures are incredible and tell their own story. I am so happy for all of you and can't wait to meet that beautiful, big-eyed girl! Keep the updates coming!
Love to all,
Roxanne
She's absolutely precious! Congratulations on your forever family day!
Shirley Hauer
Mailia's Mom
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