As you can see from these photos, we are all doing well. It's only been a little more than 48 hours since we got her, but we all, including Melina, seem to be doing well. She is a good baby. Like most babies she cries when she's hungry, tired and when it's time to poop. Sounds a lot like me.
Even though its been seven years since we've had a baby, Shanna hasn't missed a step. She is a natural mother. Even though Shanna is great, I really think we should attribute the success so far to all the prayers we and you have prayed for the past two years. After all, God has been hearing all of our prayers now for a long time and He is simply being faithful to answer our consistent prayers. Praise God with me. Can I get an Amen?
It really is quite amazing. Melina does not seem to have any attachment issues at all. She comes to each of us easily and loves her sister Meredith who we will likely nickname "Jie Jie" which means "Big Sister" in Chinese. Madeline will likely be called "Sissy" which is what Meredith already calls Madeline.
Today we went to obtain a Chinese passport for Melina. She is not a US citizen until we touch down in LA. We also got our Adoption Certificate from the Chinese government which makes our adoption absolutely final in China.
No more words and a few more pictures. I've got to finish my sweet and sour chicken from last night. Talk to you soon and enjoy the photos.
All our love,
Barry, Shanna, Meredith and Melina from China
5 comments:
Amen! Amen! Amen! Every good and perfect gift is from above!
Melina is beautiful (just like her Mommy, Jie Jie, & Sissy)! Melina is just ready to be with her forever family; so, of course, things are just going to get better and better.
Thanks so much for sharing this joyous time with all of us 8,000+ miles back home. We can't wait to meet her in person.
Hugs to all!
Congratulations, Ginn family. Melina is beautiful. We are praising the Lord with you. This is so great we can share this adventure with you. We will pray for a continued smooth transition.
Sarah Puebla
(GBC CO-OP)
I'm so happy to hear of the smooth transition (and that the poops are coming!). Melina is beautiful, and has quite a head fulllllll of hair! Still praying in FL.
I just this morning thought that when we all get together we will have 3 2 year olds- what will we do, what will we do! You just got to love it! GM
The pictures say a thousand words. Thanks for sharing your experience. Becky and I leave in the AM for our second trip to Russia. We have our court date Monday morning. I was unaware until recently that you have been on this journey. Melina is very fortunate to begin her life as part of your family.
By His Grace,
The Mendola's
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