We leave tomorrow for Hong Kong, which is another story in itself. We fly out of Hong Kong the next day for San Francisco, then Orlando. I most likely won't have internet until we get home so it will be a couple days before I post again. Today we went to a park next to the hotel, not like our parks, there is no real open space. It was more like the garden area at Cypress Gardens. Then we had the rest of the day to shop(6hrs worth). Finished the day at Lucy's for dinner. Tomorrow we will take the picture of our whole group and kids before we check out to leave. I'll get those pictures up soon. Here should be enough pictures until we get home.
Thank you for all the prayers and comments while we have been on this journey. It isn't ending but really just beginning. Mia seems to be adjusting very well. She is really outgoing, and talkative even though we only understand a little of what she is saying. It seems our prayers have been answered as far as her adjusting goes(still no hugs for me). Everyday I just look at her and realize what a miracle God has blessed us with. It really hasn't set in yet what we have ahead of us, but most likely will when we get home. We love everyone and will see you soon!
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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Love to all,
Kim, Mark, & Makenna
Briley---no barf bags on the way home :) LUV YOU ALL! Jessica
God bless you all,
Cheryl
and I can't wait to see you all well that's all I have to say for now. so bye.... :) Love, RED
We miss all of you like cRaZy!
Sandra, Haven & Coco
I'm praying for a smooth trip home and lots of blessings to be continually poured out on your sweet family.
It's been so fun to follow along!
Connie said next time you go for a walk knock on her door!!!
Jessica