Today was another very busy day. Up at 6am (5pm for most of you) eat and on the bus to Church. After Church we went to a Jade factory and then to lunch. The theme seems to be eating over here. Cindy was really worried about the food but so far it all is good. We haven't had to eat American yet.
After lunch the bus drove about an hour to the Great wall. It is absolutely amazing. Pictures don't do it justice. It is the most spectacular man made thing I have ever seen. Cindy and my Mom only took a few steps on it so they could say they were here. Briley and I lost my dad somewhere around the first tower. We made it all the way to the Fifth tower. Note to all my players; your lucky the Wall is in China or it would replace the fit test. If you can catch your breath going up, your legs are killing you coming down.
In the morning we fly out to Mia's province. Tomorrow will be the whole reason for this trip, to meet our little girl and bring her home and that is really starting to set in. Many times I've been told what a wonderful thing we are doing, and I understand that statement. But, its more about how this little girl will enrich our life and those around us. It's a wonderful thing that God is doing not us. The more we are around the culture, the people, and the heritage the more I know this is part of HIS plan for us. Tomorrow more than ever we need your thoughts and prayers for us and Mia. Tomorrow her life will change forever and she won't understand that for awhile so it may be stressful for her and us. I will try to post updates as soon as I can. Thanks again for all the comments, we miss everyone at home.
Steve
Mia Grace Yi
"Our little girl"
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Why Adopt From China
- Steve, Cindy, Briley and Mia
- At first glance, some of China's beliefs may seem quite different than those we hold in the western world. One example of this is the cultural preference for a male child. There are several reasons why Chinese families might prefer a boy over a girl. In rural provinces, a family's livelihood depends directly on the output of its family members. Because of this, a family with sons would be at a considerable advantage than one with daughters. Historically, it is also the son's honored responsibility to take care of his parents in their old age. A daughter, however, would be expected to care for her husband's parents rather than her own. In this regard, the Chinese believe that having a son is crucial to their livelihood, as well as a form of social security for the parents when they grow older. This situation is further complicated by China's One-Child Policy, which prohibits families from having more than one child. As a result of this policy, there are thousands of abandoned children throughout China, with the vast majority of them being healthy girls.
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Blessings to you all,
Cheryl (Kylie's mama)
With Love,
Jennifer, Lindsey and Cat
Well by now you are probably sitting in the freezing cold Beijing airport waiting for your flight to Changsha! Enjoy this day and try to remember every detail...the Lord has gone before you and made a way to your precious girl. Do not fear, He is and will be, with you. Tell Maymie we said hello and know you are in our prayers...I cannot WAIT to wake up tommorow and see her!! Your (and her) day has come!!!!!!!!
Blessings,
Jenn (AWAA family-Gotcha' Day Dec. 8, 2008-Karleigh Mei Qian age 3)
Love yall.