Tuesday, July 15, 2008

Amazing 24 hours

When last we wrote we had just gotten back from the Provincial office. Our interpreter tried to tell Amy that she would be leaving wuhan and orphange and that seemed to make her sad and she suddenly didn't want much to do with me. Once home Amy and I colored for about an hour together and had great bonding time. Then we got absolutely silly and I put on the plastic face. We heard her laugh for the first time and she really started coming out of her shell. Since then it has been a mama, baba, Amy love fest. We managed to wiggle our way into a new exclusive pool and health club last night for swimming and dinner. It is open to the public a few weeks to generate interest. It reminded me of the Roman pools and sauna with marble columns, huge hot tub, spa facilities and a beautiful dining room in separate area. Amy was in the pool for the first time and loved it. Once she found the mirrors on the ceiling she even wanted to float on her back. We played ping pong and and played with beach ball to end the evening. I was making funny faces as I served the ball and when Amy and I played she was trying to copy my faces. Too funny - she is a complete delight!!

Today we went to the orphanage and it was very emotional for us - and very interesting to see Amy's response - we have lots to tell- but we gotta go now - will write about it after we return.
love to all of you - especially Lu, Matt and Jack!

2 comments:

Unknown said...

Teri & Mark and dearest Amy-girl...HOW many emotions you must all be going thru...such big changes in your life, Amy..your Gramma Fran is praying for you as you say goodbyes to friends and caregivers!! Your mommy & daddy have loved you since they knew they were going to adopt you! I am so glad you got to see the silly side of your Mom!! Laughter is the music of the soul and there will be many more days to share giggles and girl fun!! Mark..imagine your heart is just bursting with love and...other emotions!! You will be just the right kind of dad for this little China doll!! Thank you sooooo much for sharing each day your thoughts and happenings...Paul will tell you I am at the computer several times a day...just waiting for the latest news of you all...God's hand is upon you...guiding, guarding, directing and loving you so clearly in this journey toward HOME..love and kisses to each of you..Gramma fran

Krisi said...

Dear Mark and Teri,

We are loving hearing from you when you can--especially the kids. THey are all asleep for awhile now.
It is very sweet. Jack and ANdrew on the deck outside and Matt, Lu and katie in the king bed. Betsy and I will be in the loft. Your children are doing great though I know they miss you tons. Today was really fun, the DImmels spent most of the day here and they too are soo excited for you all!

We love seeing more photos and hearing the details and then the kids tell everyone the specifics of their new sister. It is very sweet!

We love you so much and aour prayers are with you.

Krisi