Backtracking a bit... on our last day in Guangzhou, we met with my cousin Amy, her husband Paul, and their new daughter Alice. Although we didn't know it until a few months ago, Amy and I coincidently turned our in paperwork to China at the same time. We played at the White Swan toyroom, and then went to a buffet. Alice is a total cutie pie, with super-fine hair that goes straight up. Emma picked this afternoon to start behaving like a typical toddler, not wanting to sit at the table, preferring to explore, so not as relaxed as expected... but so wonderful all the same. Amy's mom had knitted both girls gorgeous sweaters, which fit perfectly- you can see them in the picture.
The flight home- first to Tokyo, then immediately back on another plane to Seattle- Emma did great- She even slept for about 4-5 hours on the second leg. The girl loves remote controls.. The Schantz/Madeleine family had wrapped little presents for Emma, 1 per hour, for the trip home- we went thru about 2/3 of them, just a great idea.
So wonderful to finally be home... Alan and Casandra met us at the airport, and had decorated the living room with a banner and streamers. Emma immediately latched onto the doll stroller, and made the loop round the house about 30 times. We all went for a walk with Emma. Emma is totally happy, not upset at all with this latest change in environment... so resilient.
Lots of visitors on Friday- Margaret/John and family, Jennifer. Alan brought Keith and Casandra over and we had a real sit-down dinner, with Emma presiding at the head of the table. Life is very very good these days.
I'll continue to post pictures, from time to time- thanks all for all your support and love, it has meant the world to me...
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