Today we filled out the remaining paperwork and signed the adoption papers. Today I cried when the Provincial Officer asked why we wanted to adopt a child from China. How do you explain something like that? The desire runs so deep that it can only be a divine dream. We immediately thought of my Grandfather (Henry Rohrer)and his favorite Aunt, who was a missionary in China during the 1920's. Before we left for China I visited him and he asked me the very same question as the chinese officer. I told him that, perhaps with Mary's help, God put that desire on my heart, and then I was blessed to marry a man willing to fullfill that dream.
Today, Natalie smiled, alot-I hope the video comes thru OK. But today was a very difficult day for her as well. She got to see her Nanny one more time and she did not want to leave. We were scared of this, but also glad her Nanny was able to say goodbye-it was hard for both of them. She has had many smiles today, but also many tears. We also made some progress. She got to meet her Nana and Yaya (my parents) thru Skype and she was starting to talk with them and waved good-bye. Then we got a call from Aunt Caroline and she got to meet her-and Natalie was just talking up a storm. Her first English word-"Nighty-Nighty".
Tonight we had our first meal-out. She was fascinated with the other children. She liked Brad's waffle fries, but was not thrilled with pizza. But she's still learning to chew. She has all her teeth-but she hasn't been fed anything that requires her to chew. She loved all the lights. The hotel we are staying at is at the heart of the old section of Nanjing. It is located next to a modern shopping plaza and mall, and around the corner is a buddist temple. It was nice to get out of our room and get some fresh air, even though Brad is not feeling much better. We all had a wonderful nap this afternnoon, and are hoping for a wonderful night sleep.
Keep all the emails coming-they are really helping Brad who is VERY homesick right now. We will both be glad to get back with the other families in Guangzhou on Saturday, although on the news tonight they said Hong Kong was having unseasonably cold temperatures. We were looking forward to the 70's!
2 comments:
Congratulations! Liz and Brad! Such a good feeling to know you have officially adopted this little sweet thing--and you are a family--forever!
I am so touched by the story of your grandmother, what a sweet, dear story and I have no doubt that is precisely what happened. :) Just precious and so very special. Natalie Rose will be comforted by this story down the road as well. It makes her a part of your life for so many years and generations. Isn't that what we all want. A belonging that goes long and deep.
Praying Brad feels better--so happy to hear you are able to skype--that always made us feel better on the homesick side-a little less isolated--if you know what I mean. Wonderful. And how precious that they got to meet your daughter and see you as a family! That's beyond precious--a huge blessing indeed.
So happy to hear Natalie is doing well. It took Izabella a couple days as well--Day 3 was huge for us on her adjustment and bonding. We'll never forget it. :)
Love and God Bless.
Thanks, Brad, Liz, and Natalie Rose. We appreciate your sharing this special chapter of your lives with us. We, your friends and co-workers at the bank, are rejoicing with you as you walk through these exciting days. We pray you are soon feeling better, Brad, and we look forward to reading (and hearing) the rest of the story. Blessings!
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