Wednesday, December 30, 2009

Our Last Day in Guangzhou

Today was our last full day in Guangzhou. We mostly shopped for a few last minute things. I am trying to collect some "homeland" gifts for  Lia Kate that we can give to her over the years. We also received Lia Kate's passport and visa, which was our last official business. We are free to go home now.

We had our last dinner out with our good friends, Laurie, Brandon and YaYa, as well as with some new friends we have made in recent days. The picture is of the moms and daughters after dinner.

Today is also my and Danny's 5th wedding anniversary! Our anniversary gift is that we get to come home a day early! More on that soon...

8 comments:

Anonymous said...

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!!! Love you guys and have really enjoyed keeping up. I know the blog is a lot of work but it means so much to those of us who love you and are anxiously awaiting your arrival back in the states with your girl!!! xoxo, Em

Mary-Dare said...

Happy anniversary! So excited for you that you get to come home a little early. Thank you so much for keeping us updated. She is just beautiful! I love her pics with her chinese outfit and EM you are already in to the bows. Glad she has enough hair for it. Love you guys and praying for a safe and peaceful journey.

Anonymous said...

Happy Anniversary. I've enjoyed stalking your blog and reading your story. If you are in the ATL airport on Friday morning call me and see if we are there. I'd love to meet Lia Kate before we head out of town!
Katie Flores

Aline said...

Happy Anniversary! Thank you for all the blog posts on getting Lia Kate. I have enjoyed staying up to date. According to Bou, I'm quite obsessed with blogs! Through your site I've also gotten hooked on Linny's blog, a place called simplicity. Can't wait to meet you precious daughter! Aline

Jennifer Sheppard said...

Happy Anniversary! So glad Lia Kate is making some great progress. I have loved following along with your trip and can't wait to meet Lia Kate! Praying for a safe and smooth return home.
Jennifer

Anonymous said...

I have enjoyed your blog so much. Happy 5th Anniversary - it's one you'll never forget, for sure! Bill and I are so happy for your growing family. Our prayers for a safe journey home.
Carol Cartus

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Emily, I have enjoyed reading your blog and all the updates of Lia Kate's progress. Your blog has been so heartwarming and inspiring to me and I am sure to all who have read it. God is so wonderful and it is so nice to read about all his wonderful blessings. Happy Anniversary and happy travels on the way home. I know you can't wait to be a big happy family of 4. Look forward to meeting Lia Kate in church soon.
Lindsey Cook

Anonymous said...

Too precious -- Lia Kate, Christmas, redemption (in all its meanings), your anniversary!

May the tenderness and poignancy of these moments always burn in your hearts as you see the face of the Christ Child in your child's face every day.

My love,
Aunt Peggy