Today was our trip to the police station to apply for Ai Li's passport. In and out in less than 15 minutes. We went for a walk on the other side of the bridge and ended up in the antique district. Not a good place to be. Both girls were scared. Both parents were very nervous and we really felt we'd ended up in the bad side of town. Won't do that again.
We visited the 6 Banyan Tree Temple and had the children blessed - quite moving for Mom and Dad. We climbed the 9-story Pagoda and enjoyed the view as well.
We went to Lucy's for dinner in hopes of bumping into the family who was getting another of our Zhuhai sweeties the day after we did. We saw them arrive just moments after we did - how's that for great luck! Ai Li didn't see them as quickly as Molly did, but she didn't know we were looking for them either. When she saw her friend, her little face lit up and we went straight over to have a hug. They chatted and we sat next to each other, and then the comparisons began - you could see the pointing and the babbling on about each other's families. Sure wish we could tell what was being said! Mei Nian Kirchhoff, the friend, will live in Deshler, Nebraska. Brenda - she too gets very green in the car apparently, so they won't visit the SWI. She has a sister from China who's just about 6 months older than she is. We shared our e-list with them and hope they'll join.
We're really excited to be visiting Zhuhai tomorrow. The sun came out today and brightened everything up, in addition to bringing some warmth. Molly's beside herself with all these cute little dogs running around. China has Pekenese and Pomeranians as stray dogs - while we, in the USA, pay a small fortune for them!
Ai Li's picking up a few things. Every time we hand her something, she now says,"chank yoo" in her husky little voice - much like Jen's!
Here are some photos from today that are of something other than a close-up nostril or some other goody that our budding photographer has managed to capture. These are mom's photos!
Goodnight, and thanks for sharing this journey with us.
5 comments:
Great job keeping us happy Sue!!! I am so glad you ran into the other family...I hope they join us! If you can read this PLEASE hug Hai Shun and tell her it's from MOM! Tell her how much we love her and can't wait for the call!!!! We will be with her soon! I can't wait till tomorrow for all of us!!
Love,
Tracy
Another Zhuhai girl is home and found, oh happy day! Along with Tracy, I hope the Kirchoffs join us!
The new pics are great, we love them all . . .I bet we'd even like the upclose nostril pics! Thanks for the heads up on the antique district --you are our "Dora the Explorer"! Praying for a wonderful visit at Zhuhai tomorrow!
If you get to see my girl I know you'll snap a picture and give her my love, if not, please blow a kiss her way.
Love to the Hubers and to Zhuhai~
Tina
We have been away from the computer for a week in Wisconsin visiting Kristy's family. We are absolutely thrilled to see these pictures of Ai Li. She looks so happy and seems to fit right in with your family. You have been so blessed!! We can't wait to hear more and talk to you when you get settled in NC. Jen was excited to see Ai Li's pictures and recognized Mei Lian (Nian?) right away. One more family member found!!
Congratulations and all of our love
Kristy, Steven and Jen
What a privilege you have given all of us to "join" you on this wonderful journey! I look forward each day to checking the Blog. You must LOVE seeing Ai Li not only smile, but smile completely.
Janice
Each blog entry sounds better than before! Thanks for keeping us on the journey with you, and we are praying for your safety (no more antiques for you!), and waiting to meet the newest Huber when you get back stateside!
Love to you all
MV et al
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