JUST HANGING OUT!

ONE YEAR AGO

After reading Jetta's mom's post, it just occurred to me: Today is a special day! One year ago today, we learned of our daughter.

While I prepared breakfast, there was a call from Lisa Scott. She asked if I had read Rumor Queen. Reports in Europe claimed packages arrived from China! We placed a call to the caseworker to give her the heads up. I was shocked and broke down with tears of joy, relief, and nervousness! Bob was surprised I was so stunned. We had just waited SO long and did not expect to hear much until after the holidays.

Sure enough the call came that afternoon. Peggy and Sara were here. We listened to details of Bing, meaning ice or purity...Her weight and length at birth...the package and photos arrived the next day. Dad, Terri and Bob were here. Upon opening the picture I remember thinking my baby had very little hair. Just look at her now! It was such a great day and fills my heart with joy thinking of it!

Bing is napping here in her home. I am typing and long story short is that she is the best thing in my life along with family and friends! God has truly blessed us. We are so thankful!

Another Day at the Office!


Walking a "mile" in Mom's shoes!

LIFELINK SANTA BREAKFAST!

Bing with Papa and Mapa!


Ron Claus. Bing was not a fan!




Ellie and Bing!

Bing and Ellie with moms.
Daddy took all the pictures!

SPECIAL FRIENDS COME TO VISIT!

DAY OF THANKS!

Bob's Father and sister.


Let's eat!

I Love my brother, "Yanyon!"

I love "Sissy" and Gary.

BYE BYE! TEEEHEEE!

Bing's new thing after our walk is to say, "Bye Bye!"

Then, she shuts the door and goes to the window for

smushed-faced kisses to Mommy! It is too cute!

AUNTIE NASIM AND MINA!

KISSING PAPA AND GRANDMA PAPA!

PRE-PARTY!

Happy Birthday, Mom. We miss you!

HAPPY KITTY!

HANGING WITH DAD!

Big girl shoes!

My new winter hat and gloves.

Kissing Papa!

"SISSY" AND BROTHER PLUS SIGNIFICANT OTHERS

We had a great time Saturday seeing the "big kids" at our house. Thanks to Gary for helping Dad learn the video camera conversion and trying to help with the China videos. It was so nice to see everyone. The weather broke enough for Jessy, Landon and Gary to play with Ivan the dog outside, while Nicole and Bing walked and walked. We love it when everyone is home!

OUR HAPPY GIRL!

BING'S SUPERMAN FLIGHT POSE!

Our attorney!

Grandma and Grandpa!

GRANDMA GRANDPA AND BING ON HER SPECIAL DAY!

IT'S OFFICIAL IN THE USA!

Jan and Dad joined us for the ceremony!

More photos to follow. Thanks Sophia,

Carol's mom, for the beautiful Greek dress!