The Darling Girls

The Darling Girls

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

2nd day for Drew

It was a full day of paperwork, and trying to get to know one another. Drew is still very traumatized and very unsure of the situation. No smiles or words or even much movement, but getting better. She had Pizza at lunch and LOVED it. We found a great place within walking distance to the hotel and had a nice, but late lunch after formalizing the adoption. Smoothies, pizza




and beer (for me...tells you I must've needed a drink if I'm having beer) made everyone happy. We hit a typical Chinese grocery store after that. Crazy. Had most everything you might need from live turtles for dinner to stovetops. Got a few necessities like M&Ms, Chips Ahoy (oops, picked up the Coffe flavor ones...) and Pringles (NOT the shrimp flavored ones). Headed back, napped, Skypped, wandered the hotel then dinner of snacks in the Executive Lounge, where Drew ate spicey shrimp on a stick, a whole banana, and French Toast. Back to room and she slept the night through. Her cough is improving thanks to the antibiotics, and Scabies clearing, but still has a fever, but think that will improve too. She is walking now too, like Frankenstein, but walking, and shows glimmers of wanting to play, but hasn't done it yet. Watches Kelly always, and Kelly is being a GREAT big sister. All good.
Now for the pictures:

3 comments:

  1. Thank you so much for sharing, its like a Christmas gift! I just know Drew will grow more comfortable with each passing day. Taking the kids is such a gift to them and to Drew!!! Congratulations!

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  2. What a beautiful family:) Kelly looks like she is "mothering" Drew and I am sure they will grow to be great friends in no time! How wonderful for all of you to be there starting a new life for Drew which will give her endless possibilities! Thanks for sharing this experience as it brings such joy to witness! Merry Christmas to all the Darlings! Love, Patricia

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  3. OMG! LOVE the family pic here! Big tears in my eyes as I see you all together!! How wonderful!! BIG HUGS!!!

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