We met Caroline Mei yesterday, and as of this afternoon she is officially ours in the eyes of the Chinese government. She has been very quiet and serious, but slowly has allowed us to crack the shell a bit. She smiled just once last evening when I tickled her foot, and again today when she was trying to nap on the bus and I softly rubbed her back...she's ticklish. She also started to babble to Jay when he held her while I was grocery shopping. She seems to enjoy both of us equally, which is really amazing to me. So far she is still indiscriminate and will go to anyone, but hopefully that will change in the weeks to come.
Enjoy the photos, and I'll post a few more in a couple days.
Love,
Petrie
Waiting for the big moment
Meeting Caroline Mei for the first time
Getting warmed up to us via snacks
Merrilee keeps asking us "Am I being a good big sister?" She's doing great!
The silly hat that matches the coat and pants she wore
Jay and I have to take turns lovin' on her
She loves media. Skyping with Daddy and watching DVDs with Merrilee are awesome!
Sharing watermelon slices
Munching on breakfast
She slept all night and we had to wake her up this morning. She's wiped out!
Lots of appointments and bus rides today
Thanks for changing that silly hat, Mom.
6 comments:
She is BEAUTIFUL! You are a GREAT big sister Merilee!! Can;t wait to see you again in GZ...we miss you!!
My heart is so full of excitement for you ... I hope that her transition ( and yours) will go smoothly and that all will just fall into place. I can't wait to hear the details when you get home! Blessings!
SHE IS SIMPLY PRECIOUS!!! My, my the Lord is Good. And it's so obvious you're a pro at this journey. Those eyes are so deep and thoughtful, she really is just trying to figure it all out! But my favorite is the picture of her sleeping. She looks so warm and comfy...and content. Looks like things are going great. I will continue to pray for a safe trip home and for Caroline to continue to be strong.
Lisa A
Wonderful! Thanks so much for sharing these photos, Petrie. Y'all look great. And - if you see Alison from Canada again - please tell her hello. (Yes, my mom called me.)
Congratulations! Love the pix and Caroline's cute red cheeks. Yeah that Merrilee is doing so well and enjoying the trip. What a special time!
Contrats Petrie and family: Your new daughter is just gorgeous and looks like she is adjusting so well. What a blessing that little Merilee got to experience this with you. We'll be praying for a great trip and safe return home.
Kim Hansen (AWAA group 224)
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