So, I joined this Yahoo group for families who are adopting children from Tianjin Childrens Welfare Institute, where Qun Qun lives. And there's this teacher who lives in Tianjin and volunteers at Qun Qun's orphanage. He checks on the babies for us waiting parents and tells us how the child is doing. So he checked on Qun Qun for us. Here's what he said in his email to us...
"Wei Jian Qun is a happy, chubby, well adjusted little boy of almost 2. His personality is pretty passive, especially for someone who is as healthy and mobile as he is. He is not very stable on his feet yet. I spent a good bit of time with him today. He can walk with support, though he still is wobbly. He was affectionate and playful, and wanted to run around (as well as he could, anyway). He is a delightful child."
A "delightful" child!! We're getting a delightful child!! What incredible, exciting news. All we had of Emily was a few outdated photos, a short description of her personality, and outdated medical reports. And then, one gorgeous, recent photo before we travelled to get her.
We feel like we've hit the lottery. Sure, David will require a lot of TLC (Emily did), speech therapy (Emily did), and medical care. But he's "delightful"!! Oh little boy, "Baby Uncle David" as Emily calls you, we're sooo ready for you. You're well loved already. Your room is almost ready, and our hearts are ready to receive you. Get ready for lots of friends, fun, struggle, frustration, acceptance and happiness. We're giving you the wings to fly, little one. It's up to you to decide when to take flight.
Love,
Mommy, Daddy, and big sister Emily
Your 3 sets of grandparents, your aunts, uncles, and cousins
Your friends, friends of friends, and friends of friends of friends who are excited about you
Your new doggie, and 2 kitties
2 comments:
I am SO happy for you all and cannot wait to get down there and just kiss and hug both Emily and David like crazy... that is great that you have someone there who is able to see David in the orphanage. Pity he can't get another photo... ummm... now, there is an idea...lol... I still have to drop that book off to you. Take care... Love Fliss
Dearest Kevin,Caroline & Emily,
There are no words to express the great love for two of the most unselfish and loving, caring people.
I have never been prouder to say you are my kids.
Best of health and safe journey on your way to get your little son and brother David Jien Qun Qun.
We will anxsiously await any further updates on his arrival.
Kevin, know that your sister and I
are proudest to have YOU for a son and brother.
Love, Grammifrani/"Mum"
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