Day 8 - Kisses and Giggles A Plenty
Maggie is such a happy little girl - and so good too. She just giggles and gives kisses all day long. She wrinkles up her nose and smiles so big after she gives me a kiss. She has a 100 little faces that just crack mom and me up. I am so blessed and so happy to have to such a beautiful little girl.
Today we went to the botanical garden. It was really pretty. Lots of walking and just gorgeous. The orchids were all in a large greenhouse and there were so many different kinds.
Tomorrow we will go to a typical Chinese village. I am looking forward to this. I'm sure it will be sad but I really want to see what Maggie's family's is like so I can answer those questions for her later.
We have met some of the nicest people while here. We met a family from Georgia today and one from Maryland. I love meeting all of these families and we all have so much in common. It is nice to talk with people who understand the joy you are experiencing after waiting so long.
Mom again is invaluable! She is my "nanny" as she calls herself. I don't know what I will do without all her help when I get home. But I will manage. LOL At least "I" can wear what I want when I get home! LOL She is my fashion police here - "you are not wearing that are you?"
Below are some pics from today. Thank you for all your comments. They keep us going...
Amy Maze, any news on your end? Sonya, Connie, Alicia, Emily, Mary Louise and anyone else I missed - do you guys want to get together when I am in Decatur? I will be there Christmas Eve day through a couple of days after Christmas.
To the family - I cannot wait until you guys meet Maggie. Enjoy the Family Christmas get together. We will truly miss being there! I love you all.
Tricia
Touchdown Auburn!!!!
Dancing Orchids - they look like little ladies with yellow dresses on
Sorry it is sideways
Nemo
Today we went to the botanical garden. It was really pretty. Lots of walking and just gorgeous. The orchids were all in a large greenhouse and there were so many different kinds.
Tomorrow we will go to a typical Chinese village. I am looking forward to this. I'm sure it will be sad but I really want to see what Maggie's family's is like so I can answer those questions for her later.
We have met some of the nicest people while here. We met a family from Georgia today and one from Maryland. I love meeting all of these families and we all have so much in common. It is nice to talk with people who understand the joy you are experiencing after waiting so long.
Mom again is invaluable! She is my "nanny" as she calls herself. I don't know what I will do without all her help when I get home. But I will manage. LOL At least "I" can wear what I want when I get home! LOL She is my fashion police here - "you are not wearing that are you?"
Below are some pics from today. Thank you for all your comments. They keep us going...
Amy Maze, any news on your end? Sonya, Connie, Alicia, Emily, Mary Louise and anyone else I missed - do you guys want to get together when I am in Decatur? I will be there Christmas Eve day through a couple of days after Christmas.
To the family - I cannot wait until you guys meet Maggie. Enjoy the Family Christmas get together. We will truly miss being there! I love you all.
Tricia
Touchdown Auburn!!!! Dancing Orchids - they look like little ladies with yellow dresses on Sorry it is sideways Nemo
I can see your joy in each word you type! Maggie is so beautiful, and what a blessing it is to see you all together!
I would love to get a chance to "meet" you in person and to meet your sweet girl as well! Let me know your schedule when you can and I'll see if I can hop over to Decatur!
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Tricia, Maggie is beautiful! So proud for you! She does have a beautiful smile, too. I know you are loving it. Hope to see you one day soon! Take care, Denease
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Tricia,
It is so exciting to read your daily postings and to view the adorable pictures that you are so kind to share. The joy that is seen in your mother's face as well as yours is overwhelming!
Maggie is a little doll!!!
Love,
Carol
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Hey Girl!
Oh...Im loving all these kisses and smiles from Ms. Maggie!!!!! I look forward everyday for an update.
Please tell Ms. Lily and Rebecca hello from us. Tomorrow is our one year gotcha day for Ms. Lia. I miss China so much!
I will try and meet you and Ms. Maggie.
Love
Connie
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That smile melts my heart!!!!
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What beautiful places you and Maggie and your "Nanny" Gran are experiencing for the first time together. How awesome these memories will always be for the three of you. Tricia you are still glowing and Maggie is so blessed to have you for her Mommy!!! Love you and can't wait for you all to return.
Leigh
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Just like the beautiful flowers in the botannical gardens, your little girl is opening up and blossoming. Can't wait to meet her in person this weekend.
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You betcha we would love to get together - just call me!!!
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