Well, each day we get to know our sweet girl more and more. It's a privilege to see each part of her she dares to share. Yet as she gets better physically, we see more of her broken heart and fear come out at the same time. Everything is scary for her, and everything exhausts her right now. Please continue to pray for her to learn to trust us, to learn to relax and let us be in control for her.
Here is what we know about our daughter so far: she LOVES congee! This is sort of a thick chicken and rice soup. She'll eat other things and does like forumula, but she lights up when we give her congee! Brenna also likes to play peek-a-boo, to be tickled, and to watch Micah do just about anything. She loves for mommy to hold her and sing to her. She LOVES to be called her Chinese nick-name: dai ye mei, big eyed girl. She already prefers for mommy or daddy to hold her. In fact, when others do, she protests mightily! She loves to kick her legs and hold her feet! She does not, on the other hand, love a bath...we gave her her first last night and we just got through it. We'd waited this long which was hard considering how sick she's been and not so clean. She has 4 teeth and enjoys throwing any toy you give her to watch your reaction and then demands it back.
This time in China has been quite a testing ground--for our faith and our family. We know that we know that God is good and mighty to save. He has lavished us with love, His presence, His wisdom, and His favor.
What's funny about this time in China is that we are really in little US like there are little China's in the US. We're in this lavish, gorgeous hotel with Papa john's delivery and hamburgers...the most hilarious thing is that Mattel has a deal with this hotel and they provide Barbies for adoptive moms--the Barbie is holding a Chinese baby. So funny!!! The best thing about this hotel is the breakfast that's included--imagine anything you'd want to eat for breakfast--western or Chinese--and they have it. We all pig out!
One funny thing about my mom--she reads the China Daily every day. We keep telling her she's going to be pro-com when we go home--so funny!!
It's so fun seeing so many other families from all over the world who are adopting, too. Their families are so unique and beautiful!
Well, I'm gonna go take advantage of this opportunity--both kids are sleeping with Daddy!
PLEASE pray for our paperwork as they are making us change from non special needs to special needs. We have been waiting to hear from the Consulate b/c it's the weekend--we've had to wait it out. We'll hear more tomorrow.
Love, love to all!
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It's so good to hear that she's smiling. I was praying specifically for that last week - Wow! God is amazing. We're still praying for the paperwork to work out. Congee is some good stuff... I like it myself. The bit about the barbies is hysterical. I'm so glad you guys can call her by her nickname...I'll teach you more sweet nothings in Chinese when you get back! We love you all, Caroline
ReplyDeletePS: Tell Jana to notice the size difference in the Chinese-lang vs English-lang versions of the People's Daily...curious, eh?
Chris & Amy,
ReplyDeleteSoooooooooo glad you see this precious one of yours, Brenna, as the Lord sustains you each day. With His Strength, Wisdom, Knowledge, Courage and a Steadfast Mind in Jesus.
Thank you for this update!!! Praying over this paperwork that you all and Brenna will find favor as needed. Continuing to pray without ceasing.
Much love to you,
Carolyn
So glad to see you've made it to the White Swan. Isn't it great to see so many other adoptive families? Hope you hear good things from the consulate today!
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