Everything official so far has been adopting Audrey in the eyes of China. Today we began the process of bringing her home with a medical exam. The results of this exam will be given to the US Consulate so they can be assured she is healthy for travel and not bringing any diseases to the US.
On Tuesday we meet with the Consulate, swear an oath for her citizenship and fly home on Tuesday. Tomorrow we're sightseeing and shopping on Monday.
Audrey did as well as could be expected at the medical exam. It was very much a clinic - bright lights, and sterile environment. I think there were about 30 children being examined between our group and others. They herded them through fairly quickly.
After that we went to the Friendship Store. It was very much like a big city department store. We got Audrey a Snoopy bib and another hat. We got us some snacks and drinks. When we got back to the hotel, Alex and I had a little time to head over to a nearby park and play some ping pong. The park had about 8 outdoor tables, with one open so we took it. We played each other for a while until a local guy wanted to play us. I played him four times and Alex played him twice and his wife twice. We never won a game against either of them. I'm proud to say I got my beat soundly in China.
I got to talk to the man for a while. He explained to me that he got to play today because it was Saturday and the rest of the people were there everyday, because they are retired and that they are much better than him. I'm glad I didn't play them. This man was very nice and very interested in us. I cannot say enough how wonderful the Chinese people are.
We finished the night with a meal at the Japanese Steakhouse in the hotel. Audrey got to eat ice cream, we think for the first time. Check out this video below and pay close attention to her eyes.
It's starting to look like she knows what's coming
This is pretty much how it went
Sorry Alex, I know I told you I would put this picture on, but come one, you're smiling
Here's another video of Audrey walking with our help
5 comments:
she's awesome. can't wait to see her. Praying for you guys. I am glad you liked China. It really opens your eyes to travel outside the US. Hope to see you guys soon.
I just love this girl already! I'm praying for you all and praying for a miracle for Jeff and Naomi!
Rejoicing at yet another "step" closer to bringing your precious Audrey home! Not sure where you all are staying in GZ, but hope you get a chance to spend some time there on Shamian Island- though "touristy" we really found it charming and comfortable- and of course, Lucy's offered some pleasing "Westernized" fare to our travel-wearied selves. Won't be long now until you are home. Until then, get rest, eat well, and enjoy this special time together there.
Keeping you all in prayer for safe travels, strength, and wellness.
God Bless!
Mark & Karen Morris
So glad everything is going well. McKenna can't wait to play with Audrey. So I guess that since you come back Wednesday we can expect to see you all at small group on Wednesday night, rightel?
Wow Aaron and Julie Morris! I just so happened upon your blog through a link of a link...and as soon as I saw your faces on Naomi's blog I knew it was you! Tony and I (Holly) used to attend First Christian in Johnson City with you guys YEARS ago and Alex was like 3 maybe? He now has hair like Anthony and is probably just as tall! You guys haven't changed a bit! We went to China last summer to adopt our little guy, then 21 months old. He is doing GREAT! We would love to go back someday but have been recovering from a second adoption that didnt' work out.
So thrilled to see that God led you to China- amazing. Would love to touch base. Our family website is www.purposedrivenfamily.blogspot.com
Tony is active duty army now and we are in NC.
May you see God's hand throughout the rest of your time in China- it will go so quickly.
Blessings,
Holly McDan*ld
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