Today we went to the civil affairs office and completed a bunch of paperwork which we believe completed our adoption. We had Pizza Hut afterwards, which none of us were too crazy about. I do think we are making progress. Chloe is now chattering away to us and playing and playing. She even comes to me voluntarily at times, but still prefers her daddy. The orphanage gave us a photo album and a memory book of photos they took of her since she's been there. They also gave us a copy of the "finding ad", the newspaper ad they put in the paper trying to locate the family after she'd been abandoned. Today at the civil affairs office we were told she was abandoned, and they even provided the address. The police were called and she was taken to the Chengdu Childrens Welfare Institute (orphanage). Once back in the hotel room, Chloe took a 2 1/2 hour nap. Probably trying to make up for last night! I wish now I had brought more toys. She's already tired of the ones I brought and has worn out the Sponge Bob videos!
Tomorrow we go back to the Civil Affairs office for more paperwork. Thursday morning we hope to go to the Panda Reserve. That evening we will fly to Guangzhou for the last leg of this journey.
Will post more later!
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I'm so glad to hear things are turning around. See if you can get on Chinese You Tube. We did and found US movies in English there. I'll see if I can find you the link. Evan loved watching I Love Lucy and some of the Disney Cartoons we could find.
ReplyDeleteNo Pressure, but we need more photos! LOL!!!
I'm sure each day will get easier and easier for all of you. Visiting the Panda Reserve sounds amazing! Have fun. I'm with Lesa...more pictures...please?
ReplyDeleteoh great news glad she is warming up to you both.. She will it just takes time. Thank you so very much for sharing.
ReplyDeleteYou know I know you guys was thinking of a baby baby , But sometimes the Lord just says hey this is alittle girl that has lost her way and need good Christian parents and guess what she got you guys We are just so so happy for you all. Cuz Sandy Hudson
ReplyDeleteOhh sweet Chloe! I'm glad you guys had a great day...and Chloe got a much needed nap.
ReplyDeleteI'm ready to shop....what size is she fitting into? What size diapers? We need to make sure you have them when you get back home. Is this cold there and are you able to get out and walk around on your own, or do you need to stick with your guide? Were you able to go to her finding place? Is the finding ad the youngest photo you have of Miss Chloe?
So many questions, sorry, just curious!
How are those hard beds? Are you guys getting any rest?
We (family and church family) are covering you all with prayers! Praying for sweet Chloe! Praying for Mom and Dad and being able to meet all her needs with the language issue!
Love to all three of you!
Norah