Chloe has really made great strides over the last few days. It's hard to believe we've only had her for 5 days. Her blank, empty eyes have brightened and the scared little face is smiling and giggling.
We bought a stroller two days ago but Chloe wanted nothing to do with it until today. During lunch we put her in it and Elaine sang to her and played with her while she fussed. Then we took her around the loop in the hotel until she finally gave in. I think she actually likes it now.
She's relaxing so much more with us as we try to comfort her and when she's tired. Today she rested her head on our shoulders while we toured. She's becoming more and more snugly with us and not holding herself at arm's length.
This was the scene this evening as we shopped for some last minute grocery items to get us by until our flight to Guangzhou on Sunday. She not only learned to enjoy her stroller, it also put her to sleep. It was a long day for her.
As I write, this is Chloe resting quietly. She's such a good sleeper. It's nothing for her to sleep 10-12 hours a night without waking! That makes for some good sleeping for Mom & Dad. Unfortunately, we'll be messing that up next week as we back up 12 time zones. But it'll be worth it to be home. One more week and we'll be a great big family for the first time.
Chloe has really made great strides over the last few days. It's hard to believe we've only had her for 5 days. Her blank, empty eyes have brightened and the scared little face is smiling and giggling. 
We bought a stroller two days ago but Chloe wanted nothing to do with it until today. During lunch we put her in it and Elaine sang to her and played with her while she fussed. Then we took her around the loop in the hotel until she finally gave in. I think she actually likes it now.
She's relaxing so much more with us as we try to comfort her and when she's tired. Today she rested her head on our shoulders while we toured. She's becoming more and more snugly with us and not holding herself at arm's length.
This was the scene this evening as we shopped for some last minute grocery items to get us by until our flight to Guangzhou on Sunday. She not only learned to enjoy her stroller, it also put her to sleep. It was a long day for her.
As I write, this is Chloe resting quietly. She's such a good sleeper. It's nothing for her to sleep 10-12 hours a night without waking! That makes for some good sleeping for Mom & Dad. Unfortunately, we'll be messing that up next week as we back up 12 time zones. But it'll be worth it to be home. One more week and we'll be a great big family for the first time.
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What a cutie!! Glad to hear things are going well for you all. Enjoy Guangzhou! Go to "A Home of Love" store right outside of White Swan and ask for Coco. Tell her Scott and Tina sent you and she'll "give you good deal"! She is a sweetheart. Also, go to Jordan's. He is great with no pressure sales and loves the Lord!
God Bless!
Tina
ps, I miss China! Wished I was there too!
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