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Received some pictures from one of the families who journeyed to China at the same time as us.  Like us, their daughter was from Shenzhen, and they sent some pictures of this city as we drove through it on our way to the Hong Kong airport and home.  In some ways, that day seems like [...]

I meant to post something yesterday, but actually got a bit busy and didn’t get it done. Two days ago was the one month anniversary from when we first saw Emily, and welcomed her into our life. And I can honestly say it’s been a wonderful thing. While we’ve had some difficulties [...]

We arrived home yesterday afternoon, after traveling for just over 24 hours.  Our trip home started with a 5:30 am bus ride from Guangzhou to Hong Kong.  The ride was three hours long, and took us through Shenzhen which is the city where Emily was abandoned and were she grew up in the [...]

Eleven days ago, 3 couples arrived at the China Marriott Hotel. During this time we have bonded in ways I never would have understood or fathomed.  One couple adopted a 14 month old adorable girl and we and another couple adopted energetic girls who are ages 3 and 4. During this time we have [...]

For all intents and purposes we are now done.  Today, we had our consulate appointment, and the concerns I mentioned a few posts back didn’t materialize.  When it was all said and done, we received Emily’s travel visa.  At three this afternoon, we headed over to the consulate, and with about [...]