Journey To Our Little Mia: Seven Days Together

Seven days together...seven days becoming family...seven days of walking on a path filled with tears, fear, anger, smiles, recognition, security, peace, belonging, joy all coming together to transform a 26.1 pound little dark eyed girl. Oh to never ever forget every moment we have witnessed. I just can't comprehend the power of God's healing hand. His word proclaims healing and we have seen His work displayed in Mia's heart and soul. She continues to blend into our family. We are amazed at so many similarities between she and Addie. Both have a huge zeal for life....they are lovers of action and excitement. Mia loves to be on the go. Each day while we are in our room she will bring us her coat...if she isn't already wearing it and motions for us to go to the door. Once out and about she is a continuous sponge...taking everything in with such determination. We are amazed at just what she continues to do with her hands...very quickly she perfected dipping french fries into ketchup....McDonald's french fries that is!!!! We love to watch her eat because she LOVES to eat. I know she was never allowed to have food at her fingertips as we have allowed her to have. It is a tender sight to see how she gobbles and even hoards at times knowing how little she probably was allowed to eat. At this point we let her snack all throughout the day...to help her find security in knowing we will provide for her every need. She is very secure in being with Ahnna, Abigail and now ME. She and I have crossed some huge hurdles and now I am sweetly rewarded with precious time holding her hand or holding her..even to the point of her little head cuddling on my shoulder. Randy continues to build her trust each day. He now receives her little waves hello and smiles as he interacts with her so tenderly from a distance. My parents are also being allowed to interact as well. She always smiles when she sees them and at times "calls" for them if she sees them at a distance. Her little legs are so quick to climb, run, and today climb and slide down slides as we enjoyed a park on Shamian Island. We could describe her as fearless...but she repeatedly reaches to be held and loved. Kisses are shared freely. We are smitten. We are so thankful to be at this point...walking forward. We are excited about home being not so far away...many miles may separate us but it is your prayers we know connect the distance. Much Love and goodnight from Guangzhou.