Today we had to do a bunch of paperwork to make Olivia's adoption final in the eyes of the Chinese government. We went back to the registry office then we had to go to the Notary Office for more paperwork etc. It was long and hot but we got through this major hurdle.
Poor Olivia had only a short nap so this evening she was quite out of sorts. she's only drinking a bottle of milk and eating nothing. We are being patient and tomorrow we'll try some custard like stuff to see if that may help. Thank you Barnes' family. She's also teething so that hasn't helped her today either.
It's funny. Each of us today said we're ready to come home. Tomorrow is one week that we've been here. It's amazing how isolated we feel. Everyone's posts help so much. We look forward to reading them every day. Thank you so much.
Well, I hope everyone had a wonderful fourth of July. I am off to bed. Tomorrow all three families are off to the zoo to pet pandas.
Love to you all!
The Flint Five
Poor Olivia had only a short nap so this evening she was quite out of sorts. she's only drinking a bottle of milk and eating nothing. We are being patient and tomorrow we'll try some custard like stuff to see if that may help. Thank you Barnes' family. She's also teething so that hasn't helped her today either.
It's funny. Each of us today said we're ready to come home. Tomorrow is one week that we've been here. It's amazing how isolated we feel. Everyone's posts help so much. We look forward to reading them every day. Thank you so much.
Well, I hope everyone had a wonderful fourth of July. I am off to bed. Tomorrow all three families are off to the zoo to pet pandas.
Love to you all!
The Flint Five
Dear Ellen&Mike and family,
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your new precious daughter/sister!! She is beautiful!! She will bring much joy to your lives. Many blessings!
The Bulter Family :D
Congratulations! What a beautiful family of 5!
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You all look so happy, she's very lucky...brings tears
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Kristine
Ok so we are ALL gathering around looking at these priceless pictures and are so incredibly happy for you all..we remember the homesickness but remember these last few days are your chance to take in as much of China as you can so you can tell her first hand about her birth country. God Bless. TKocher
ReplyDeleteI am so happy for "The Flint Five", I love the sound of that. Congratulations to all of you especially you little Olivia you are now part of one of the best families I know. What a wonderful life you will have. Congratulations to the entire Flint family. I bet grandma and grandpa are very excited. I already know Aunt Kristine is. It brings tears to my eyes for your happiness. Much love, mary kay
ReplyDeleteHello everyone. You all look very happy. Evertime I look at all the pictures, I have tears in my eyes. Can't wait till you get home so we all can spoil Olivia. It's great checking everyday for more news. Have a fun time with the pandas. Love The Herring Family
ReplyDeleteI hope the egg custard works as well for you as it did for us! We are so enjoying following your journey. Hang in there, enjoy the moments and soak it all up. Soon you will be on your way home. Have fun going to see the pandas! I remember when we saw them we thought they all looked like people dressed up in panda suits - so funny! Loving all your pictures!!!!
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The Barnes'
Anonymous said...Congratulations!!! I think she looks like Mike. Sending news on to Grammy.
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Cheri et al
Hello Flint 5! Just returned home and couldn't wait to view the blog. We were all hovering over the computer to follow your story from Day 1. We are so excited for you and can't wait to meet Miss Olivia! Give her a big squeeze for us! What a lucky little girl to be welcomed into such a wonderful family! CONGRATS! - The Rollins Family
ReplyDeleteI couldn't be happier for all of you! We are toasting and celebrating the newest addition to your (our) family! Can't wait to meet Olivia and see all you! Love love~
ReplyDeletewait till i get my hands on her! you all look so happy and oddly well rested. nothing major going on here. get home soon so we can have some excitement. we are going to miss you at the sky coasters in the park, let alone no mike pulling his pork in the park. next year olivia will be the bell of the ball.
ReplyDeletetalk to you soon......love peg & mah-harsh-a
Hello Flint Five. I read your itenerary for today and it looks like you have a free day to just hang out and enjoy your new family. I am sure you will enjoy doing nothing. I do hope though, that you took advantage of a little free time the other day and did the optional trip to WAL-MART!!! lol I call Kathleen every time I see a new post and she is just thrilled that I do that for her. Kenny is going to get her one of the days soon and bring her over so I can show her the pics. She said she would love to come over. Also she wants to know if you need a dresser? She seen one up the street at a sale. Haven't heard from Allen yet but as soon as he paints I will get over and put the room together for you and Olivia. We are both procrastinating on working on your jungle...surprised??? lol But we will get that done for you, well maybe. Give everyone a big hug and kiss from me. Tell the boys get ready for our big trip to Pizza Hut with the Lathron's. It will be the first of many for Olivia. She will soon realize what a crazy and wild extended family I have and love to pieces. Get home soon. It seems like weeks since you left.
ReplyDeleteLove to all, Char
Yes!!! We can't wait to dine at Pizza Hut with Olivia!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteShe is so adorable! I'm sure she'll eat like crazy when she gets home and sees what amazing cooks both of her parents are :)
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