Praise the Lord! Cindy,
I am so happy that you have your little Jin.He is precious! I read your blog. It brought back a rush of emotions for me! We just got back from China on the 1st of August! Hope that Bao's eye is doing better. Enjoy your time together in China! Praying for travel mercies and lots of great bonding! Take care!
Dawn
for the love of buddha did bao run to all the buddhas? they are so cute together in their matching clothes. museum pics are awesome. guess they don't have the same rules about "no photography" in their museums like we do here, huh? like that would stop you (remember mary proctor?)
Lucky Family! I am so excited to read each new entry! What a wonderful family! With two boys, almost the same age, you have your work cut out for you, but I know you wouldn't have it any other way! They are both so wonderfully handsome!
It has hit me! Hi guys, sorry to be uncommunicative. I just got back from Wisconsin and started back to school today and this is the first I have been able to tune in directly. I am sitting at my desk crying for the emotional journey of your adding a second son to your family and to all of ours. (I am an Aunt again - Hooray!) I have been reading backwards and hope that Bao's eye is much better. My love and prayers are with you through this incredible time of your lives. Will have to look into travel plans soon to come meet Jin and make sure Bao remembers his Aunt Sherry and of course to see you both Allen and Cindy. Love you guys!
Ivan Sorry to hear Bao had an accident. Children make us so happy when they are loud and running all over the place but, as soon as we can't hear them, we know something is wrong. With their recovery joy is reestablished. All the best to your whole family.
Wild boys Bao and Jin---two like Finn--Start with smile--cry awhile--Then onto sleep--wake with leap---Eat, drink, run--So much fun--Explore, explore--Laugh some more--Both go there--then everywhere--Bao and Jin--each other's friend.
It gets better Just wait, it gets better, for them! Wait until they actually start working, more like plotting against your and societies rules of behavior. But all that's normal. You are also going to start seeing why Michele and I hardly ever took the kids out to eat, unless it was a McDonalds playground! Just remember you are making memories! They may not be good ones until a few years go by and the pain and embarassment subside. You just have to roll with it, anybody with kids will understand and smile, and for those who don't, who cares. Have fun!
glad to hear that Bao is doing OK now.... maybe doing too good with his little brother's help. Sounds like they are having a great party wherever they go! I just pray for no more injuries. Please give them a big hug from me!
Ah ha! Ah ha, I thought I saw a mischievous look in both of their eyes! You guys are in for it for sure! The memories are already starting to flood in. I had to laugh reading this, trying to visualize the whole scene with the two of them running throughout the restaurant terrorizing everyone. Too funny.
Happy to hear all is well. Yep, you've got boys - little stinkers prone to getting stitches, broken bones, and the like. It's the most inopportune times that I always hate the most, like when you're on the other side of the earth adopting your new son. Ha, ha.
I'm so happy to hear Bao's doing so well considering his cut. What a tough little guy! I'll be praying it heals without much scarring. Although a scar at the brow is quite handsome, just ask my oldest son. Oh, and Jin looks like he's already adjusted to his new family. Congratulations on your official day as a family of 4!
fun times I'm getting the biggest kick out of your writing Cindy.. it has been really fun following you on this incredible journey! Hope your hotel bill isn't too big (: So glad that Bao isdoing much better. Jin is looking mighty dapper in plaid. Time for a Jin and tonic!
Cute Boys! I love your blog! Jin is a handsome little man and I'm excited to meet him. Tell Bao Ms. Amber misses him and I'll show the class pictures of Jin tomorrow at circle time.
Have Fun!
OHMY! You have your hands full!! I hope you are still enjoying our trip!!! It will go by fast. Once you are in Guangzhou, it will be better. If you are staying at the White Swan, they have an awesome play room... big, carpeted and meant for destruction! Have you seen the playroom at your current hotel, if not ask about it. It isn't big, but the boys would love it!
Bao Bao is a tough little cookie! I'm glad he's feeling better. Congratulations everyone! We are very happy for you. Yay Jin Jin! Safe and happy travels.
Poor Boa Boa We are so happy to know that you have Jin now. But we are sorry to hear about Boas accident. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers, especially Boa. The boys look so cute together. We so appreciate the blogs. We love you all very much. Love, Mom and Dad
ouuuuch Oh no, so sorry to hear about Bao!!! He will remain in our thoughts. It is really lucky that he is in such good hands with those terrific nurses (:
crying tears of happiness Congratulations! I’m at work reading your blog, of course I start crying, sitting at my desk. Then I look at the photos and start laughing at “Boys Unglued.” Start crying again while looking at “Finally a Little Smile.” My co-workers think I have lost my mind! I don’t care! I’m so happy and excited for all you! Beautiful and complete family! Terri
Welcome! Welcome Jin!!! We are so happy you'll be coming home to Tally soon. We can't wait to meet you. It looks like you are a perfect fit for your new family. You have the sweetest mom and dad and a super cool big brother. We love you already!
poor bao gosh dang it bao! you and your adventurous life! tell him la-la and arna are thinking of him and hoping his boo-boo gets better. then give him a big kiss for us!
i loved seeing the pics of jin! he is precious. i cannot wait to meet him. so glad things went better than expected between him and bao. their hand holding photo got me a little verklemp. i miss you guys. it's so great to be able to keep up with your journey. love to all of you! big hug for jin!
poor bao gosh dang it bao! you and your adventurous life! tell him la-la and arna are thinking of him and hoping his boo-boo gets better. then give him a big kiss for us!
i loved seeing the pics of jin! he is precious. i cannot wait to meet him. so glad things went better than expected between him and bao. their hand holding photo got me a little verklemp. i miss you guys. it's so great to be able to keep up with your journey. love to all of you! big hug for jin!
Leigh
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Congratulations!