Monday, November 29, 2010

2nd video of meeting Shanna and more photos


Shanna saw some characters she really liked on the TV and showed Matthew & Megan
Her cheeks are going to hurt tomorrow from smiling so much!!!
Boats like these are going up and down the Pearl River, right behinds Lucy's.
The nanny that brought her said Shanna was a good eater. She at a whole chicken wrap!
We had such a late dinner, that Megan fell asleep on the table and didn't even eat.
The girls climbed into bed together and giggled for about 5 mins, then fell fast asleep. Could Shanna look any happier? My heart is full of joy.

10 comments:

Anonymous said...

Yay! Shanna looks so happy! I love seeing the videos and hearing her call you Mommy for the first time!!

Sofia keeps asking when you're coming back. She says it's going to take her YEARS to teach Shanna english! Hahaha! I had to break it to her that by the time she meets Shanna, she'll know english pretty well!

I hope the transition continues to be smooth and that you're able to really enjoy the remainder of your time in Guangzhou. : )

Stacey

Brycie and Jim said...

Absolute joy!!! Yay for Shanna and her family!

This brings back so many memories of two years ago when we adopted our daughter from Shantou! I am not sure if Shanna was there with our daughter (Jin Jia Qi - now Clare). We are in the process of adopting Shanna's friend, Shan Ji Ying too! We were DTC on November 19 and hope to bring her home in 6 months or so. We need to keep our daughters connected.

We are praying for a safe, fabulous trip and a smooth transition!

Our blogs are http://www.proudtoberomancatholic.blogspot.com/ and http://ourjourneytoclareisabella.blogspot.com/.

God bless,

Brycie and Jim
Hutson (Beijing; dob 5-18-98; forever ours 5-17-2010)
Clare (Shantou; dob 1-6-00; forever ours 11-10-2008)
Immaculée (Democratic Republic of Congo; dob 3-12-06; forever ours 11-19-2010)

The Beiters said...

Wow! Another happy girl folded into the Groat family. You guys are spreading joy all over the world!
Mary Alice...Hi from ERin & Tessa...their message is to have fun!!! and that the crabs are well...(one bathed, 2 buried!)
What a powerful union to watch...THANK YOU!

The Beiters

Sharon said...

Could she be any cuter??? LOVE her sweet smile! The video is wonderful!

Louanne said...

So adorable!! And megan passed out on the table is cute too.

Unknown said...

She is beautiful! Loving the updates! We are praying for you in Texas!!! Much love to all of the Groats!!!

Meme & Evan Bruno

Lyn said...

I totally lost track of you - forgot to bookmark your blog - and then Tim from Madison posted a picture of his son with your Megan and I recognized her name. Did a search of my archives and found the email with your blog. Congratulations on your new daughter! What a blessing! We leave the day after tomorrow. Will be in Guangzhou from the 5th - the 16th. Gotcha day is the 6th. Maybe we'll see you there!
Lyn
Robin, Megan, Addie and Lucas's Mom
journey to Lucas

Tim said...

I know what is said about Blogspot and China but for some unknown reason, today I was able to see your blog and the wonderful video and pictures.

It was nice to see what we missed - although we were busy with our Star and the paperwork.

Lyn - give us a holler when you get to town - we're here through the 10th.

Mike, Teri, and Emily Hughes said...

We are so happy for your family! Emily says "hello" and "I love you" to her friend, Shanna. Many blessings! Mike, Teri, and Emily Hughes

Anonymous said...

Happy Birthday, Linda (just saw it on your itinerary)! What a grand way to celebrate..."Gotcha Day" and your birthday all wrapped in one!!