I cannot wait to meet little Sophie Lulu and give her a big kiss! Much love to you!!!!
Hello guys! We followed your first journey to China and Back and updates on precious Isabelle, and NOW Sophie!!!! You amaze me as a family that have such love in your hearts for ''one more". We can't express what an incredible inspiration you are and how excited we are to now follow this next phase of your lives. May God bless you, tenderly hold you in his hand, and bring all of you safely home. Thank you for sharing. Love from afar, Susan www.myadoptionwebsite.com/elizabeth
We followed your journey to Isabelle. My good friend, Stacey M. told us about you. Well after she got home with her precious Mia we decided to take our own hourney and are almost DTC now. We will follow your journey to Sophie too. Congrats! We will pray for a speedy TA for you! Cari almost DTC in MN
Wishing you the best on your journey in life! XO, Stacey in the Keys
Praying a special peace for Sophie as she transitions to her new family! We are so excited for you, as Sophie was one of the two we looked at on Lifeline's list, we are excited she will have such a wonderful home. Also Blessed from China! Terry and crew in WA State
Hi-Some friends told us about your little one Isabelle, which of course led us to this site of your new little one Sophie. We just got back from China and picking up our little Olivia and she is from GUILIN too!!! I can't wait to follow your journey. How exciting. Rachel in Indiana. www.boundforchina.blogspot.com/
I am so very excited to follow your precious family into this exciting passage. You are such an inspiration to many and we ask that God will take care of you each step of the way and bring you safely home. Can't wait to read every word each day these next few weeks!! With Love, Susan www.myadoptionwebsite.com/elizabeth
So glad I got to read this inspirational story! Best of luck on your trip to get your precious angel! I'll be checking back to see your pics from China.... Blessings, Cathy Doheny from the Waiting Child China group
While disappointed Beijing didnt make the tour this time, we will be thinking of you tomorrow morning when you have that gorgeous girl in your arms! Kirsty & Wang
Hey Baby, Great update on your first day in Nanning! We miss you a ton but know that Jesus is guiding you and watching over you and Sophie. Can't wait to hear from you about the "GOTCHA" moment. Take lots of video and don't forget to ak all the questions you were going to have me ask. Good night. With all my love, me
Hooray for Gotcha Day! So, so, soooo glad things went well and that, although she's grieving, Sophie is interacting with her new momma! Can't wait to see some pics!!!! Hugs, love, joy and prayers, Melissa
Stefanie, I have checked your site a thousand times this morning and was looking at your blog. I was tooo excited when I finally went on this link and noticed you updated. I CAN'T BELIEVE SOPHIE IS IN YOUR ARMS!!!! I wept when I read how you both cried. My heart goes out to you and Sophie. I pray for her heart to mend with your love. T.J. is calling her "Fofie" Miss and love ya girl. Terri
Stefanie - I'm thrilled to hear you have your sweet Sophie! I was up in the middle of the night with Tynley and you immediately came to mind. I prayed for the two of you as I stood in the shower trying to break Tynley's fever. I hope Sophie's adjustment is not too difficult. It does sound like she has been loved very well by her nanny. Take care, Tammy Cotton
Stefanie, I am praying for you and hoping for a safe trip for you& Sofie. Giant Hugs from Erin & Rich Petty in Joliet, IL. ...and our Yang Meizhi waiting in Guilin! oh, some quick Chinese for you.... I love You.....Wooo-Eye-neee Kisses......Wan-ee-Wan Hugs........Bow-ee-Bow It's going to be okay....May-g-why-she Don't Cry......Bee-ah-cooo Don't be Afraid.....Bee-ah-paaa Are you thirsty.....Nee-da-Coke-ker-ma
Stefanie!! I am so happy that you can FINALLY wrap your arms around your Sweet Sophie!! You have been on my mind all day & your entry brought me to tears! I'm sure Sophie has already felt the love from your giant heart! Can't wait to see pics! Love & prayers... Patricia, Frank & Kiara/NYC
Stefanie, Wow!! I am so excited for you! Congratulations on having your daughter! I'm praying for ya and can't wait to hear more! DeEtte
Stefanie, She is breathtaking! ~Susan (Mom to John David and Elizabeth)
What a BEAUTY!!! I also think she looks a bit like her sister, Isabelle! YOu are all so blessed! SOOOOO HAPPY for you, Stef!! Love & prayers...Patricia, Frank & Kiara/NYC
She's GORGEOUS! Her eye seems to be healing fabulously and that smile! What a beautiful child. Hope that things continue to go well. Congratulations everyone! -Erin & Rich in IL
Sophie is adorable!!! You will be in our prayers as you travel. We returned home from Nanning with our Tessa in March and it was awesome! I look forward to reading your updates. Diane Harlow
she has her momma's smile! we are praying for you everyday! we love you! karla
Dear Sophie, Welcome to the family!!! At last! I am thrilled that you are my new granddaughter with your middle name being the same as the middle name of my mother, your great grandmother. You are so beautiful and it is such a joy to read what your mama has to say about each day with you. She has been waiting a long time, as we all have. I love you. I pray God's richest blessings on you each day of your life. He has something very special in mind for you, Pretty Little Girl. It is going to be a joy for me to watch you and your little sister Isabelle being guided by Him and to see just what He has in store for you. Hugs and Kisses, G.G. XOXOXOXOXOXO H.A.K.I.T.E.
Sophie is so cute! I pray that you continue to enjoy your trip and bond with Sophie! I love reading your website! Leigh Ann Athens, GA www.myadoptionwebsite.com/sarahjoy
oh my goodness...she is even more beautiful than i expected! you both look so good and so happy! enjoy this very special time together....karla
May 10 I really am enjoying following your trip. You're my hero for going it solo! :) I hope things go well at the orphanage visit for you both. Hang in there. Hugs Maryann http://lilliansunying.blogspot.com
I have been following your website during your journeyt to Sophie. God is so good! We brought home our 28 month old daughter from China in 2000. Reading your posts really bring back memories. It is a great thing that she was so loved and is attached to her caregiver. My daughter was in foster care for her entire 2.5 years and the grieving was really hard, however, so worth it in the long run! May God bless you and your sweet family! Brenda Lemley Mommy to Paige (7.5)
Hey, Stef! I'm lovin' the pics, girl!!!! Miss Sophie looks so beautiful, as does her mama. She really does have the face of an angel!!! I love that you've got her hair going back in the famous "Stefanie Leist Hairclip!" It looks great! She and I will bond over our Chinese hair issues. :) I love her already. Can't wait to read about the rest of the trip. We are praying!!! Love you bunches and bunches...Lis
A haiku for you (and yes, I know that haikus are Japanese, but I like 'em!): Loved by three mamas Adored on two continents Sophie's life blossoms She's just beautiful, Leist family -- as are each of you. I will be praying for good experiences in Guilin. I love Guilin so, so, so much and know that you will, too. The journey to the orphanage is a difficult one and having Sophie with you will make it all the more so, but you are two strong chicks! Love, hugs and prayers.... ...Melissa & Kate, my Guilin Girl
A haiku for you (and yes, I know that haikus are Japanese, but I like 'em!): Loved by three mamas / Adored on two continents / Sophie's life blossoms She's just beautiful, Leist family -- as are each of you. I will be praying for good experiences in Guilin. I love Guilin so, so, so much and know that you will, too. The journey to the orphanage is a difficult one and having Sophie with you will make it all the more so, but you are two strong chicks! Love, hugs and prayers.... ...Melissa & Kate, my Guilin Girl
Hey Stef! Sophie is beautiful!! I can't wait to squeeze her and check her over. I am praying for you daily! I run down to the computer every morning and check your update and every morning I am in tears. Tears of joy -for the sweet gift God has blessed your family with. Sophie is a lucky little girl to have a Mommy and Daddy with hearts that overflow with the love of Jesus. Love you! Chenoa
Stefanie and Sophie- I have been so encouraged by both of you, and inspired by the strength you both have in facing incredible challenges... Stef, like Isabelle, she is so beautiful... there is something about those eyes that speaks volumes... I am praying for you both, that the bonding continues and that you both have safe travels home. I'm sure her brothers and sisters are so anxious to meet her! You are an amazing family- your faith increases my faith- your happiness becomes my own. May God bless you and this new addition to your family! Give that little girl a kiss for me. Your friend, Kris Gainesville, Florida
Stefanie, we are soooo thrilled that you have sweet Sophie!!! I remember meeting her in China when we went for Brinley and I held that chubby little hand in mine and whispered, "Mommy will be here soon!" I'm sorry we haven't kept up with the progress of your journey as well as we had intended. I told you she is beautiful and I'm so glad you are finally seeing that sweet smile for yourself! CONGRATULATIONS!!!! Sharon & Brinley (WeiYa as Sophie knew her) http://princessbrinley.blogspot.com
INCREDIBLE! It's the only word to describe this journey that God has put you on! Thank you for sharing all of the moments leading up to this week as well as these first moments that you and Sophie have had together. She is absolutely precious! I can't wait to meet her. I will continue to pray for God to bless you two with a smooth transition into your new life! He is faithful! Love, Nicole
Stef-I'm missing you girl! I am dying to read your update! Just wanted to let you know you and sweet sophie are in my prayers!Love ya-Chenoa
Congrats Stefanie! She is adorable, even with black eyes :o) We continue to pray for a safe journey and a quick return home to your family. God is good! What a blessing you have in your arms. Terry from WA state
Oh, I'm so glad you are in Guangzhou and that you are both doing okay. I have been thinking and wondering about the SWI visit non-stop the past couple of days and it sounds like it went as one would expect. I'm sorry that you and Sophie had to endure the heartache, but also glad that you were able to go there. It certainly seems that Sophie has the ability to love and grieve at the same time, so just keep doing what you are doing. You are doing SUCH A GREAT JOB!!!! I send you many hugs, prayers and lots of love this Mother's Day. Enjoy it with Sophie and know that you'll be with the rest of your little ones very, very soon. ~~~Melissa & Kate-the-Great, my Guilin Girl
HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY, Stefanie!!! How appropriate that you spend this day with your newest blessing! I've been thinking about you like crazy & was so happy to see your site updated! Keep on keepin' on, girl, you are doing the right thing!! Although Sophie is grieving, it shows just how much she was loved & that she too LOVES...it WILL make her attachment stronger! Prayers continue for both of you as well as your fam at home! It won't be long until you are ALL TOGETHER celebrating with Sophie!! Love, Hugs & prayers...Patricia, Frank & Kiara/NYC
Oh Stef....my heart is breaking for what you and little Sophie had to endure today....but I think you made the right decision to visit and let her say goodbye...we continue to lift you and Sophie up to Jesus and ask for Him to shower you with Grace and Mercy, Peace and Love. We love you. Have anxiously awaited the new postings. Praise God that you have reached Guangzhou! You are on the home stretch, girl! Love you!! Lis
Stefanie, I'm enjoying reading your blog so much! I'm sorry the visit to the SWI was difficult. But, what an incredible daughter you have. She is BEAUTIFUL! I'm looking forward to meeting her when you bring her to Birmingham some time. (hint, hint!) I'm praying for you and Sophie!! Enjoy your last few days and have a safe trip home. DeEtte
I have been following you story for weeks and sat here today and wept. You are an amazing mother, to have the strenghth to go through what you did today and be so selfless to only think of you daughter- God bless you. Happy Mother's day to someone who is truly a Mother. What a wonderful example little Sophie will have, your family is truly blessed to have you.
As mothers, we often must choose to sacrifice our own comfort and happiness for the sake of our child's. I know it was terribly hard for you and Sophie saying goodbye to her nanny, but it was probably a very important closure for Sophie. And although, Sophie's nanny has been like a mother to her these past two years, the picture of the true mother from this account was you, Stefanie. Happy Mother's Day! And remember that God has chosen you for this task and through His strength, you can do all things. Love, Nicole
Hi Stef, Happy Mother's Day!!! What a journey you are having and thank you so much for sharing it with us! God is in control and may He continue to bless and guide your family! Love and hugs to all and soon you'll be home with everyone!! :) mimi
Glad to hear that things are looking up again! It sounds like you are bonding well -- you are both blessed. It also sounds like you are missing home in a big way. I'm sure home misses you, too. It won't be long until the Leist Family is together -- as it should be. Hugs ~~~ Melissa & Kate
Stefanie, It takes my breath away to see your journey to bring Sophie home. My tears spill and my heart fills..... what a glorious thing you and Chris have done to give these two precious children such a loving and wonderful family. I can't wait to meet your newest daughter and see all your beautiful children again. You two are exceptional people. I wish the world had more of you. I love you. archer
I am counting down the days also until you come home!! I miss talking to you eveyday! I can't wait to meet Sophie! You both look so beautiful! We are still praying for you daily and will welcome you in St. Louis!! Chenoa
What a gift your journal is this morning as I drink my coffee in Eden Prairie, MN! What a blessing Sophie is to your beautiful family! Thank you for sharing your story, and I will be praying for a safe journey home and a smooth transition as Sophie joins her Dad and siblings! Best wishes in Atlanta! Blessings to you! ~Diana (Journey to Mei Mei)
Hey Stef!!! Just wanted you to know that Sweet Isabelle was on the APC homepage while you've been gone. People wanted to know who the stunning beauty was, so I told them a bit about her and said that her proud mommy was in China adopting the newest member of the family. I also said, since I think you would have, that she was a waiting child who required heart surgery and is now doing well. I also said that the Waiting Child program has blessed your familiy's life greatly. Such a stunning picture it was (where she's looking down and to the right, with her hair blowing onto her face). Glad things are going well in Guangzhou and enjoy the shopping!!! ~~~Melissa
Hey, Stef! I miss you, miss you, miss you!!!! You and Sophie look so pretty in all your pics. I'm so happy things are going better and that you are getting this special time together, just the two of you. We are praying!!! Hurry up and come home! We can't wait to see you!!!! Love, Lis
Hi! We are Olivia Jades family, and we have been following your journey to Sophie. We too have been praying for you and Sophie. You have been very richly blessed and your family is very lucky to have you. You are an inspiration to all others on this journey. God bless You!
Hello, I have been so blessed reading your wonderful journey to get Sophie. She is absolutely beautiful and has the most angelic face! I love to see pics when she smiles so big; her sweet face just lights up. I also see the love of Jesus in you and I know you must have such a sweet spirit. My prayers go with you and your precious daughter, Sophie. God bless your family, Susan(journey to Chloe)
Good morning, Stef! I can't wait to see you! Just a couple days now! :) We will be praying for the return flight home and that it goes just as wonderfully and smoothly as the rest of the trip has been. God has been good. I LOVE the picture of Sophie's little hand grabbing her juice box from her "favorite snacks"! :) That's a girl after my own heart. I love her! Love you. Lis
Stefanie!! You are ALMOST HOME!! Looks like you girls have been having lots of fun shopping in Guangzhou! LOVE all those shoes!! Sophie looks so relaxed in her mama's arms! I just love the pic of the 2 of you on the Red Couch! Prayers continue for a smooth & safe flight home with your newest angel, as well as prayers for Chris & the fam at home! Godspeed & God Bless!! Patricia, Frank & Kiara/NYC
Won't be long now! Have a great trip home. I hope Sophie will travel well. She is sooooo cute! I know your other children must be counting the minutes until mommy comes home. Take care, Tammy Cotton
Hey Baby, It is getting to be Thursday here and I wanted to communicate before it was off to bed after another day here packing. The kids are all asleep (two with me -- I'll let you guess who) and I am about to join them. We miss you more than you will ever know because I never seem able to share the exact thoughts correctly; just knowing you are almost home with another of God's blessings is so awesome! We can't wait to pick you up on Friday night! You inspire me everyday to be better than I was the day before and though I fail often I know that your love will never flameout despite my faults and missteps -- for that I am eternally grateful. Thank you for taking such good care of Sophie and keeping us updated despite all the challenges there. Good night, good shopping, and I will speak with you in the a.m. here. I LOVE YOU, me.
I have really enjoyed following your journey to Sophie. I have kept you and Sophie in my prayers as she makes the adjustment in her new life. I have one daughter who was born in Vietnam and waiting for a referral any day now from China. Many Blessings. I look forward to seeing and reading all about the "home update." Diane TN dd Maggie (Vietnam) waiting for Molly (China lid 6/13/05 referral in May 2006)
Love the photo with Sophie's hand getting a snack. So glad things are looking up and SO GLAD YOU ARE ALMOST HOME!!! I know the rest of your family misses you and you, them. Hugs, prayers and smooth journeys for the rest of the trip. ~~Melissa
Our prayers are with you and Sophie as you begin your journey back home. I pray you will feel God's strong arms wrapped around you girls, keeping you safe until you land in St Louis. Finally, after a long wait we are excited to meet Sweet Sophie and welcome her home. Love ya, Chenoa
I've read your story daily and think you were fantastic, going on your own. My husband and I will be going next year---Sophie is adorable and I really think you two somehow do resemble one another...like you 2 were meant to be together. I can't wait to read your updates from home. Best to you and your family!
Stef, Praying for your journey home and the joy of your full family finally being together! How exciting! Nicole
Hello and welcome home, I just want to say how much I enjoyed following you and Sophie's trip in China. She is a doll. My husband and I are curious how you got her so quickly after your LID? Im guessing because she is a toddler? Thank you, we are LID 4-29-06......Sue (suez511@aol.com)
I have so enjoyed following your journey as you being Sophie to be a part of your family. My husband and I are working on our first adoption, and while we anxiously await our travel times, we enjoy following the journey of others. Praying for a smooth transition at home. Robyn Beall, Georgia
hi there! i'm an obsessive adoption blog reader, waiting to bring home my beautiful twins from taiwan later this year. :) Your blog has just been the most enjoyable thing i've read, period. thank you for sharing your story with us all.. I look forward to future updates! hugs, valerie woo gypsyval1 @ comcast. net
Stef!!! We know that you're jet-lagged, exhausted and very busy reuniting with the whole family -- but just do a quick update so we know you made it home safe and sound. Lots of love... Melissa
Hey Stefanie! & FABULOUS Leist Family!! I have SO enjoyed "vicariously participaing in" the union with your aughter, Sophie Lulu!! I am THRILLED that you are home and that you are ALL together!! YOu are an inspiration! I will continue to pray for your family......THANK you for sharing !! And May you "see" God's favor in yur lives!!
Welcome home!! You have a beautiful family and I enjoyed following your trip. We just started the paperchase for DD #2 and it is such a joy to see so many happy families coming together! Laura (mommy to Annslee JiaNa..home since Thanksgiving) www.babyjellybeans.com
So happy that you and Sophie are safely at home with the rest of your family. Thank you for sharing your journey and your beautiful family. Hugs - Tonia http://ourfulingprincess.blogspot.com/
Congratulations on your newest addition Sophie! You have a beautiful family and I've enjoyed following your journey. Valorie Waiting for Mylee
Happy to hear you are home safe. Best of luck on your move. Thanks for the candor on the visit with the foster parents/orphanage - we had a concern about this and did not do it with our first adoption - your experience convinced us not to do it this time either. Should travel to get our daughter this summer. Blessings, Barb Gillam
Stefanie and Family, We have all been thinking of you and itching to know how you are all doing since bringing Sophie home! I know it must be a very busy time. Just remember that you are in my (and the entire jan/feb lists) prayers... we can't wait to hear from you! Kris
We are from Kingsport, TN. We have some friends that have a website on MYADOPTIONWEBSITE so I was visiting the site one day and your Website caught my eye. We adopted a CHINA ANGEL in Jan 2006. She is from the Guangzi Provice as well as your Sophie. We stayed in Nanning during our visit to China. Our daughter was the in the Beihai SWI. She is not a special needs baby. Our daughter's name is Halle Grace XueYing. She looks alot like your Sophie. Her birthday is 2-24-05. When I read your posts Sophie's behaviors sound so much like our Halle Grace. If you would like to see some pictures of our daughter you can contact me at michelleleighwilliams@yahoo.com. Your children are beautiful.
My name is Elena and I live in Madrid (Spain). I just want to thank you for sharing your beautiful story with the rest of us. You made me cry a lot, but my tears were happinness tears (sorry about my English, I hope you understand me!). You also helped me, because I am thinking about adopt a child with special needs, and now I am not so afraid of it. I hope I can be as strong as you to make it real. I wish you all the best for all of you. Love and kisses from Spain. Elena.
Welcome Home, XiaoXiao! From your friend WeiYa (now known as Brinley)
I so enjoy reading your journaling that you share about your beautiful girls. It is so heartwarming to read and blesses me so much! :) We are waiting on our little girl, Chloe, from China, too. God is so good!!! :) Susan from Georgia
any thought about a time frame for getting the four more to make a complete 10 children????? Beautiful babies, beautiful sotries. Keep them coming! Love reading about your "life". Sure glad it's you and not me. Makes me tired just reading. Love, Chenoa's mom
I am so glad that I stumbled upon your journey to Sophie. It has really touched my heart. Our family of 4 will soon become a family of 5 when we travel to China to adopt Jillian, who will be 2 1/2 by the time we finally get to meet her. I'd love to visit with you, get an idea on the books you'd recommend that I read prior to adoption, and any other advice you'd have for me. My email is jbailey@rcom-ne.com. Thank you for taking the time, as I know you are a super busy mom. Janet Bailey Holdrege, Nebraska
Great update Baby! You have a way with words that brings the emotion of a moment right to the heart! Thank you for taking care of all of our kids and for pouring your heart and soul into all of us!!! I LOVE YOU -- me
Someone forwarded your site to me after your children were on the cover page of APC. I just loved reading your story. I have one daughter from Hunan and we are waiting for our second baby. Thank you so much for your lovely site - it reminded me so much of our first trip and of my hopes about our next one. PS - I'm so gald to see someone else has the shoe addiction I did!! Kimberly P.
Sophie is such a smart little girl!! It just gave me chills when I read about her putting the picture of her foster mom on the trash lid and then going back to get it and putting it behind the family picture!! That just touched my heart!!! I'm so happy that she is adjusting so well. ~Hugs TOnia Mama to Fabulous Fulinger Delaynee Ruth Hui from Fuling, Chongqing http://ourfulingprincess.blogspot.com/
Stephanie, I know you do not know me, but I live in Georgia and we are waiting for our daughter in China. We were LID 5/16/06 for a healthy baby girl. I have followed both of your daughter's journeys to China, as well as many other families. I have really been going back and forth about a special needs child and praying about it. I don't feel God is calling me to take on a child with serious issues, but I feel I could handle a child with minor special needs. Did you know immediately when you were considering adoption that you wanted a special needs child? How did you decide exactly what needs you would accept or what needs did you list? I would really appreciate if you would share with me any helpful information or just comments that you could give. I always enjoy reading about your beautiful girls and family! :)My email address is sims@wildblue.net and my name is Susan. I look forward to hearing back from you.
Hi, Wonderful website.We've adopted from Guilin as well and suprisingly our little girls share the same birthdate Jan 20 2004. Our little one's name is Yang Jing Shao. Love your big family, you've inspired us too. We've got 3 Bio and Jingshao maybe we'll go again. Great website and lovely family Katrina
Just wanted to say congratulations!! And also, I could not believe my eyes when I looked at the first picture on your GOTCHA DAY page! You are my sister's twin!...identical! I sent your website address to her (she lives in Korea)and she herself could not believe the likeness!...WOW! I just had to tell you that! Again, congratulations! I enjoyed reading your website. My husband and I will be travelling to China in the next couple of months to adopt our daughter as well. We can't wait! http://ndarsenault2china.blogspot.com/
have been reading your story about your wonderful growing family... I am so amazed...... I would love to know how you are going now and how the rest of the family are going..... fab05bh@bigpond.net.au
I have enjoyed reading your site. What small Christian agency did you use?? We came home in May with our daughter from China. Hope your family is doing well. kj
Hello. We are Debbie and Bill Rafferty from Pa. I was reading the adoption stories today and happened upon your site. We have 3 children,Billy(a 10 year old birth son), Emily,(5yrs. from Korea) and Mandy,(6 years from Guangdong Province,China). I was so happy to read that you have 2 little ones so close in age. They are truely gifts! We are in the middle of our wait for our second little one from China. Four children is probably enough for us.....we just could not resist another little one from China. Your children are beautiful! Good luck! Debbie Rafferty
Precious little girls. Oh how I'd love for all of us to get together soon. I just think it's so neat that our soon to be 3 year olds, Sophie, Kade and Isabelle are just 5 months apart, and our soon to be 8 year olds are 6 months apart. We need to get you all to Texas! Thanks for the wonderful updates, you're such a GREAT mom! Lots of Love from Texas, Brian, Denise, Noah & Kade
Sophie you are a one of a kind. I really enjoy looking at you and your sister Isabella's sites. You girls and your family fill my heart with joy. You are one lucky girl to have the family that you have. Cait
Your family is beautiful! We are currently starting the paperchase to our daughter in China. We have three bio children and can't wait to bring home number 4. Thank you for your service to our country as well! My brother is currently on his second tour to Iraq. America thanks you!
Congratulations to Sophie Lulu! Stefanie, I know you hear it all the time but, I am so impressed and encouraged by you. You are so "normal" (whatever that is right??) and your family is inspiring. Thanks for sharing with all of us!!
Hi i just read both of your girls blogs .. We ahve 2 China dolls too. BUt ours are 9 1/2 and 5 1/2 now.. Its hard to believe my baby has been home for 9 years.. and the baby has been home almost 5 year.. Were does the time go.. Have fun and enjoy the girls .. OH my husband is retired form the Air Force too. He worked on the SR1 BLACKBIRD.. Really nice to read of your happy family. Marinda , Steve , Hailey Xiao , Alexis Jing both from Hunan
You have a beautiful family...I am Robin from West Virginia...I am LID 08-02-06 for Jadyn and I am with Lifeline...Originially NSN, however, prayfully considering SN...just trying to research information about heart conditions, etc...I have a bio daughter Hannah who is 15...Would you please pray for us to find Jadyn...Congratulations on your adoptions!!! Robin in WV