Chloe finally slept like a champ last night. Maybe it was from the assistance of the Benadryl that I gave her. Desperate times call for desperate measures. We all needed a good night’s sleep and that is what we got. I think that is the first night I have slept through the night since in China. I finally had to wake Chloe up at around 8:15 this am for breakfast and our outing to the zoo.
We were excited to go to the zoo to see the pandas. The zoo was really big and really nice. I think Chloe really liked the animals. She would stare and point. We were able to see 2 pandas. One of the pandas was out walking around. It was exciting to see. Caleb and his new friend Sophia were able to feed the giraffes. The giraffes got really close and they fed them leaves. The zoo trip was really nice but it was really hot and humid. We were all ready to leave at 12:30.
We are back at the hotel now and Chloe is napping. Caleb and Sophia are at the pool, I’m sure having a great time. It has been good for Caleb to have someone to play with. They seem to get along really well.
Our plan for tonight is to go to bed early. We have to be on the bus at 7:30 in the morning for our 8:30 appointment with the US Consulate. Here we will complete her visa paperwork and go through the oath ceremony to make her a US citizen. An exciting day for us. We are finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel and it makes me happy! Unfortunately we are not allowed to bring cameras in to the consulate, so we will not be able to take photos or videos of her big day.
I am ready to get home. It is tough to live out of a suitcase for 2 weeks. I am a little apprehensive about the plane trip home as well as her adjustment there. We are missing Bailey and I’m sure she is missing us. Our trip to China has been a great experience; one I will cherish in my heart forever, but as they say “There is no place like home.” I appreciate all the comments on the blog. It emails me with the comments and they are fun to read. It is like having a little piece of home with us here.
I've enjoyed every word you have shared about your journey. Chloe is so beautiful! I can't wait to see her in person when she is ready. Love to all "4" of you, Candy
ReplyDeleteWhat an exciting, crazy, emotional 2 week. I don't know about you guys, but I'm exhausted. It'll be neat to see how quickly she adjusts to everything once you're back. Get home safe.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun trip to the zoo!! I have been thinking about you constantly and I look forward to seeing your updates each day!! What a special time in all of your lives!! Chloe is precious!! Enjoy your special day tomorrow and I will be praying for you to have a safe journey home!!
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