Today was long just not real eventful. Highlight of the day was eating at McDonald's, and ice cream at Haagen Daz. We visited an embroidery Museum and workshop. We then went to the largest park in the province since the sun came out. It has been in the 40's and today it got up into the 60's. The park was kind of like a giant cypress gardens Chinese style with cheap rides and games. Later on in the day we saw the "real" China from the back streets to the over crowded shopping district. We had to take a cab for the first time and that was a ride in its self. Driving here is completely insane. Cab drivers act crazy as they drive and I use that term loosely. Mia continues to cling to Cindy but she did hold my hand for the first time today ( I had to include that pic). She absolutely loves her big sister. Briley got her to brush her teeth, she carries Mia, helps her in the bathroom, and you name it. Cindy is so thankful for that. Briley seems so much older than 12 now. Here's some of the pictures from today. I had to include one of her and her juice, she drinks about 3 glasses every morning at breakfast and many have asked for pictures of all 4 of us so there are some of those too. Here are also a couple of her first McD's meal, it gave her a stomach ache.
We love her more each day. Most of you know she is considered "special needs" by China guidelines due to her crossed eyes and developmental delay. Developmental delay is very common in children coming from orphanages. Many of you have asked about how she is doing. It appears that so far her crossed eyes do not affect her vision, so not concerned about the eyes because we know they can be corrected. As far as the delay, we are not sure how extensive mainly due to the language barrier. We know she is very active and talks a lot but of course in Chinese so we have no idea what she is saying. She has picked up on some of our English words and is already repeating us. We do have some concerns, she is definitely delayed in some ways but we will work through it. God brought us all the way to China to get this little girl for a reason. We appreciate the comments and the prayers.
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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Hugs and prayers, Cindy, Lane, and Zane
Emily says hi Briley and they miss you at soccer and school.
Look forward to tomorrows update!
Love,
Jessica
like her BIG sister...
I agree w/ Jessica Steve could smile just a little bit. You all take car and enjoy your trip..
Nikki James
LOVE YALL!!!
CRYSTAL
Your big bro
I agree with Crystal, cant wait to see you guys, especially you Steve.
Love yall!!!!!
BooBoo
Cindy's crazy Mom is sitting here with me and Justin looking at the pictures and acting like the crazy grandma she is (she said I cant wait to get a hold of her) Justin told her she is going to scare the poor child away. LOL
BooBoo