Well, we are almost finished with our Chinese adventure. No, I take that back, we are still at the beginning of our adventure with China. We are simply ending this stage. For the rest of our lives China will be a part of how we think, how we celebrate, of who we are.
Tomorrow we go to the American Consulate and take the Oath and get Faith's Visa. Faith will automatically become a US citizen when we go through customs in the US.
This has been an amazing two weeks. We are ready to come home though. We miss Jake, Noah and Joylin terribly, but when you look into Faiths eyes it has all been worth it. The years of waiting, paper work, government appointments, home studies are all meaningless when you look at that beautiful face. I understand intellectually why this happened to Faith, but when you meet her you can not help but stand dumbfounded that anyone could let this precious little girl go. My heart grieves for what she has gone through. You so wish this was an isolated case but there are so many that need a home. Need someone to love them. To show them that they are special, that their life has purpose and meaning. The joy that our children, Jake, Noah, Joylin and Faith have brought to Janet and I is unmeasurable. We are so thankful for them.
The last two days have been incredible. Faith has recovered from her sickness and has just opened up to us so wonderfully. Janet and Faith are doing great. But Janet, being who she is, is always looking for the connection to be stronger. She is such a great mom. I am constantly amazed at her discipline and commitment to do all she can for our children. But more importantly than that.....Daddy is back on the A list!!!!!! Sorry Janet, I'm trying not to be so irresistible. :) We have had some great moments, as well as some trying ones..... :). Faith is something else; smart, beautiful, curious. I hope you have caught some of that in the pictures and videos posted.
We have been asked many times "Why adopt from China?". Our answer has been refined down to Why not. Does a child's birth place make their lives more or less valuable? If a child needs a home and you have the love and ability to care for them, shouldn't you? It is our prayer that the political and cultural situations/policies/attitudes will change here so there are no children needing homes. But today there are and when I look at Faith Nahia Daine Lescalleet I say Lord, thank you for giving us the ability to add this precious gift to our family. I pray we prove worthy of her love.
BaBa (bye bye, poopy, daddy) She started saying bye bye... "B B" so now it's really confusing
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Thank you for taking us on this journey with you all. It has been priceless to be a small part of it and see it daily. We will need to continue to blog when you get back because I will miss seeing her on a daily basis.
Love,
Denise and Charles
Most people only wait nine months to look into their child's face. You guys have waited years! And it is evident by the amount of love pouring out of your hearts. Thank you for sharing so much of your hearts with us. It has been an honor and a joy to share this special time with you!
Love, Deanna
Janet and Tim - have been reading your posts avidly from the UK. Adoption is an incredibly special journey and to think this is only just the beginning. Look forward to hearing how Jake, Noah and Joylin feel about their beautiful new sister. Take care - Kathryn, Jonathan, Dylan and Marley xxxx
Such endearing words. Thank you, Tim for allowing us to share this journey with you! What a privilege it's been.
You all are 2 of the finest folks I know. (Okay, so I don't know that many people! JUST KIDDING!)
Have a blessed day today.
Thank you Tim for sharing your heart and your journey with all of us. We have enjoyed being a part of your travels. We will be praying for safety on your flights home. We look forward to welcoming you back to the mountains!
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