Adoption Journey

Wednesday, December 13, 2006




Today we stayed at the hotel. It was nice to have a relaxing day all to ourselves. Erick walked down to AIT and picked up Jenna's visa and then brought lunch back to the room. While he was gone, Jenna and I colored in a Disney princess coloring book. We colored 3 pictures each of Cinderella. As soon as we finished, I was able to surprise her with the movie. She was so excited! She is so animated when watching tv :) It was a great bonding time.
We tried to go swimming in the pool, but it was too cold. She knew this but wanted to swim so badly, she gave it a shot. When we got back we watched Parent Trap - some movies don't need words and this is one of them. She absolutely loved it - especially when the lizard crawled in the mean girl's mouth. She squealed with delight and expressed her disgust with all the grace that a girl should. lol.
All in all, it has been a very nice day. We are even eating in our room this evening and will just relax.
I do have to share a funny story, though. Even though our travel packet said that a fanny pack was the best way to go when traveling, Erick refused to get one. However, that has changed! I can't tell you how many times since we left home that he has said I should have gotten one. He has looked everywhere and finally found one today on his way to AIT, but pointed out that he found it at an outdoorsman's store. lol. Too funny!
Jenna is the cutest thing - she is very expressive and loves talking. She will fit in great with our family!!! She is so easily pleased and is very considerate of everyone around her. We feel so blessed to have found her!

4 Comments:

  • At 2:05 PM, Blogger Ann said…

    Look at the smiles!! How amazing to see all those smiles. It helps me keep the faith when I don't want to...when it's hard. So thank you. And tell hubby that he still looks manly with the fanny pack!! :0)

     
  • At 7:47 PM, Blogger Annie said…

    Patty- I love reading your posts. Your love for Jenna and excitement is so obvious I can feel it all the way across the world. :) I'm glad everything is going so wonderfully! Jenna sure seems precious. I love the pictures, especially the theme park ones.

    ~Annie
    (from the adopting from Taiwan Yahoo group)

     
  • At 8:07 PM, Blogger MOM said…

    Hi Patty,

    Thanks so much for sharing so much of your story. It really means a lot to me as we wait for our referral. Seeing how God has fit Jenna into your family and your hearts is wonderful to me. It is hard to believe I will really get there one day!

    God Bless, Debbie
    (Also from adopting Taiwan yahoo group and Annie's Mom :-)

     
  • At 8:27 PM, Blogger Beth said…

    Hi Erick, Patty & Jenna!
    Your family is truly BLESSED! What wonderful "Heart Treasures" God is giving you! It's great to see pics and follow your days. Thanks for sharing!
    I can't wait to see Jenna with Kyle, Lydia & Ricky.

    Love ya and see you soon!
    Beth

     

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