Some people have been asking for more pictures (you know who you are - grin), and I aim to please! Four more of our lovely Maelin, for your viewing pleasure. Today is Tuesday in Chongqing (Monday night in the states), so we're on day two of our adventure. We woke up this morning thinking Maelin might look over at us and wonder what the heck these strangers with funny eyes were doing laying next to her...we half expected her to cry, but she didn't. She indicated that she needed to go potty, so Mama got her up and took her. The pull-up was dry overnight, so we're happy about that!
We ate breakfast with our Chinese American friends from California and their new daughter. Maelin likes chicken sausage, runny eggs, and pancakes :) We sat next to three American couples who live in Germany (Air Force) that each adopted a 10- to 11-month-old baby yesterday. Jim MAY have talked the guy's ear off about Germany. Just maybe ;)
Jim keeps commenting about how nice all of the people are here. Everyone we've met has been very friendly and helpful, especially since we're foreigners in their country, adopting one of their children, and don't speak a lick of Chinese!
Now that we have Maelin, we're ready to come home!! But no such luck. We are in Chongqing until Friday waiting for her passport. We pick it up Friday afternoon and head to the airport, where the three of us head to Guangzhou. We think it's about a 1 1/2 hour flight.
Thanks so much for all of the comments -- we love reading from friends and family from home! More later-
Love,
Mama, Baba, and Maelin
15 comments:
Hey guys. Its late here,1AM Amy is dying for constant updates haha. She is adorable. Looking so forward to seeing you all back and safe. Love Joe and Amy.
Hi, was working on an ASL lesson and my mind wandered, no wonder it's taking so long to learn!!
~Connie
Came up with this, hope you enjoy.
God from the beginning your life He planned,
Sweet little one from a far away land.
You captured the hearts of parents anew,
The dreams they dreamed now came true.
They chose Maelin for the name you'll be known,
It will be there way after you've grown.
Such a sweet name little one from a far,
God has it written up there on a star.
Grandmas and Grandpas, Aunts, Uncles and Cousins,
Are waiting with big hugs and kisses by dozens.
Friends too anxiously waiting are we,
For Baba and Mama to bring you for us to see.
Everyone is so happy for what you've all become,
God from the beginning knew what had to be done.
He gave you all each other to be,
A precious, loving, devoted Family.
Welcome home sweet little one from a far away land.
Awwwwwwwwwwww! I love the new pictures! (except that Amanda saw them first...just like yesterday's photos...it's getting competitive around here!!) ;-)
So glad all is going well.
~Shelly
Congratulations on your beautiful new daughter and the joy and love that she brings to your hearts and life.
Ann & Rich
Miss Maelin keeps getting cuter with each pic you post. Lauren is geeked that she sucks two fingers on her left hand, just like her. I find myself checking this blog every couple of hours, I have become obsessed. Can't wait to hug her, I'll bribe her with suckers if I have to. It's rainy here today, but I have a smile on my face thinking of your new family. Counting the days until you return, Auntie Shell
Wow! I love reading about your exciting adventure! Lee and I are so happy for you guys! She's a doll and you'll be GREAT parents!Love Kim
We are soooo happy for you guys! Maelin is absolutely adorable. Can she be Adam's girlfriend? And she's potty trained? I am very jealous. We can't wait for you to get home so we can meet the newest Gleeson family member. Keep posting the pictures. Like Shelly said, it's become an obsession for some of us back home.
Maureen and Adam
Chica y chico!!
Congratulations on becoming parents to beautiful Maelin!! She's absolutely glowing and she has you two to thank... Dragan and I cannot wait to meet her and pinch those adorable cheeks!!
Have a safe journey home and can't wait to see y'all again!
Love, Angela & Dragan
She is SOOO ADORABLE!! I cried when I saw her and read the joy in your words. We are SO happy for you guys. We're glad that the transistion so far has been good, I hope it continues. shell is right, this is an obsession. Mom even got dad to check the blog now. They think she's beautiful. You should hear Max say her name, It's so cute. Yesterday he said "Maelin is so beautiful!" We can't wait to meet her and see you guys.
love:Joe, Amy, Max and Alex
Love seeing the new pictures of Maelin (LOVE the name too!) You guys sound and look like you are having fun! This blog is the greatest! Thanks for sharing - can't wait for an update and more pictures!
Kendra & Dan.
Congrats! Maelin is beautiful! We're going to have a heck of a birthday party next March. I can't wait to hold her. I'm very happy for you guys....and for Maelin. See you soon. Lance
She is just precious, and has a mischievous look about her. Look out Jim and Shonda. I am so happy for the two of you and, wait wait the Grandparents to.
Give her kisses and hugs from me.
Aunt Chris
Dad has it all figured out........move to the sugar-bush and your babysitting problems are solved! Shelli will have a babysitting spot open next year and we make great backup spoilers!...Jim can hunt our ground...and just be plain great to have you 4 closer. OK. Done deal! I am at the computer more now than the whole past year......we are ALL hooked! The new pictures are soooooo heart warming. How blessed you both are and how lucky little Maelin is. Let us know everything you are doing and especially send more pictures!!! Give our baby a kiss from me too! Love, Mom
Maelin is beautiful!!! It is so much fun sharing your journey with you...and remembering ours to Levi. Isn't it amazing how trusting our children are during those first few days...and how magical their laughter is?!? We are so happy for the three of you! Pam, Jeff, and Levi Klock
(How about some matching outfits for the kids so we can get their pictures in them??? Under $100)
Your daughter is soooooo ADORABLE! I'm so glad things are going well..you got me in tears when you mentioned about Maelin fell. Aww. Things will get better..Hugs! Can't wait to see you and your daughter soon! :-)
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