Wednesday, May 23, 2007

Hello everyone! We are still doing fine, and Mia is doing better and better with us. She does have a chest cold, so please pray that the antibiotics that we are giving her will help her to feel better. She ran fever most of the night and probably explains why she has had a hard time sleeping. We only had one meeting today and it was here at the hotel with a notary. Only took about 10 minutes. For the most part, we had an off day which was good b/c Mia is not feeling well and cranky. I did venture out by myself to the Walmart. Our guide didn't want me to go by myself, she thought that I would get lost or not be able to figure things out. It was quite easy, however. Their Walmart was very interesting to say the least. I was able to get Mia a play cell phone which she likes alot. I also got her some squeaky shoes, most of the Chinese toddlers wear these. They make noise with every step. Mia didn't find them as cute as we did. When we put them on her, she just stands there and cries. She won't take a step. Maybe later she will come to appreciate the "squeaky shoes". We were able to goto the porcelian shop area. This province that she is from is known throughout China for their porcelian tea sets and vases. We got Mia a beautiful hank painted tea set that we will be able to give her later, maybe for a wedding present? Some of the pictures are from a tourist attraction by our hotel. The building was built over 1200 yrs ago by a prince. Beautiful architecture and landscaping. In one of the pictures, if you look close, you can see a ferris wheel in the distance. It is the largest ferris wheel in all of Asia. It looks to be close to 15-20 stories tall! Well, we have to go meet our guide, Cindy, for dinner. We are going to bed early tonight, therefore, probably will not be able to call tonite. Hopefully Mia and Sherry will finally get a good night sleep. Tomorrow morning at 10:00am, we will be going to visit the village that Mia was born in. Should be fun. Will send lots of pics. We love you all and can't wait to be home with Mia and all of you. Boys, please continue to be good for Mawmaw and Pawpaw. Little Linda, our guide says that you look like you may be a little bit Asian? Said that you and Mia look the same when you smile!!! Bye!












































11 comments:

Anonymous said...

Sherry--

Of course besides how undenyably beautiful Mia is, I think you can probably understand that I keep looking at the clothes she has on. Cute cute stuff--especially the "I Love Dad" one. Michael is going to be so wrapped with her. Can't wait to see all her other cute things once you get her home, and she can "put on a fashion show for me ". So happy for all of you. Our thoughts are with you everyday. Come home soon....

Niki White

Anonymous said...

let's trade I will watch Mia and you can have these boys. Hurry home early

Love Dad

Anonymous said...

Just kidding

mimi said...

i am praying for the good LORD to heal Mia quickly so you all can enjoy the rest of your trip. hurry home i miss you. Sherry, what size clothes and shoes does M.J. wear? you know i can't wait to start buying her things. i would like to get her first Bible and baby doll, so please let me get this for her. i love you all MIMI

Anonymous said...

MOM YOU HAVE TO STOP TORMENTING US WITH ALL THOSE BEAUTIFUL PICTURES OF MY LITTLE SISTER.
ITS ABOUT TIME YOU BRING HER HOME SO WE CAN SEE HER FOR OURSELVES
I CANT WAIT TO SEE HER!!!!!
MOM IM SO EXCITED FOR YOU I CANT WAIT TO SEE HOW HAPPY YOU REALLY ARE I KNOW YOU ARE PROBABLY THE HAPPIEST MOM EVER RIGHT NOW.
I LOVE ALL OF YOU SO MUCH EVEN MIA EVEN THOUGH I HAVENT SEEN HER YET
I CANT BELEIVE THIS IS ACTUALLY REAL IM SO EXCITED IT ABOUT TIME YOU COME HOME AND RESCUE ME FROM THESE PEOPLE!!! LOL JUST KIDDING
MOM IF YALL HAVE TIME CALL US WHEN YOU CAN WE ALL WANT TO HERE FROM YOU!!!


LOVE JACOB

Anonymous said...

MOM YOU HAVE TO STOP TORMENTING US WITH ALL THOSE BEAUTIFUL PICTURES OF MY LITTLE SISTER.
ITS ABOUT TIME YOU BRING HER HOME SO WE CAN SEE HER FOR OURSELVES
I CANT WAIT TO SEE HER!!!!!
MOM IM SO EXCITED FOR YOU I CANT WAIT TO SEE HOW HAPPY YOU REALLY ARE I KNOW YOU ARE PROBABLY THE HAPPIEST MOM EVER RIGHT NOW.
I LOVE ALL OF YOU SO MUCH EVEN MIA EVEN THOUGH I HAVENT SEEN HER YET
I CANT BELEIVE THIS IS ACTUALLY REAL IM SO EXCITED IT ABOUT TIME YOU COME HOME AND RESCUE ME FROM THESE PEOPLE!!! LOL JUST KIDDING
MOM IF YALL HAVE TIME CALL US WHEN YOU CAN WE ALL WANT TO HERE FROM YOU!!!


LOVE JACOB

Paula Lotz said...

Sherry,
Nate finally gave me Mia's blog address tonite and I wept through the whole thing, as I know the feelings you are experiencing as God placed this little life in your hands. Because of you, I have Nate, and now God has turned around and blessed you again. I love you and am rejoicing with you - Mia is beautiful!!!
Love,
Paula

Anonymous said...

She is so adorable.im so happy for yall.i cant wait until she comes home.im gonna come visit her,even though Jacob said i have to stay 100 ft from her :)her clothes are so adorable.i hope yall have a fun but safe trip.come home soon.i love yall and miss yall.

Love,
Alexis.

Anonymous said...

Jacob you do annoy me alot but I couldn't agree more, I can't wait to see my new cousin!

Anonymous said...

HEY MIKE & SHERRY
MIA IS JUST BEAUTIFUL WE ARE SO EXCITED FOR YA'LL.AND ARE PRAYING FOR HER HEALTH AND ADJUSTMENT INTO YOUR FAMILY.THE BOYS ARE NEVER GOING TO BE THE SAME:)THEY ARE GOING TO BE WRAPPED AROUND HER LITTLE FINGERS IN NO TIME!
LOVE,DUKE & BETTY

kim and evan richardson said...

Sherry & Mike,
Mia is beautiful!! We can't wait to meet her and see both of you guys!! What a gift from God. She is so lucky to have such wonderful, caring parents. Be safe and enjoy your time in China! But hurry home to the USA!!
We will be praying for your safe return.
Love,
Kim & Evan (Roo) Richardson