The past two days have been free days, no appointments or paperwork, only waiting for paperwork to be finished and for the next appointments, which are next Tuesday. We received his Chinese passport today, which was the final piece of documentation we needed here in Nanjing. So we have several days to do nothing but get used to one another. David's health seems to continue to improve, as does his eating. His sleep habits should come along as he does better with eating so that he is not so hungry in the night. Tomorrow we travel to Lianyungang, David's hometown, then visit the orphanage on Monday. Of course we will not be taking him back inside the building, but we look forward to being able to see it ourselves.
Tonight we stepped back into western civilization for a few moments when we got a Papa John's pizza for dinner. Not quite like the real thing, but close enough. Right now we are hearing an eruption of fireworks and honking horns outside. We have no idea why, and it is a reminder of how little we understand of this culture. Today a man walked up to Jason, pulled the hood down from David's face, and said (in Mandarin) "That looks just like a Chinese baby!" He was dead serious. This has been an unforgettable experience.
Thank you for all your prayers as it is obvious that David's comfort and health improve daily.
7 comments:
Hi... I have posted a few times and am so enjoying your updates. The fireworks and honking are all about a wedding celebration. They do it all the time, even in the day. It's funny because you can't see fireworks during the day! All you get is alot of sulfer like smoke and noise! The Chinese are so entertaining!
David is a handsome boy and you 3 look like you are adjusting well!
The best is yet to come. Adopting is such a privilege. May God bless you and grant you favor...
A Denver mom with 2!!
Seeing all 3 of you is such a blessing. I love you guys, am eager to connect physically, feel very connected emotionally, and through prayer, am so grateful to the many who contribute and show their love and support on this journey. Dad/Grandpa
You already look like you belong together! It is so good to see the pictures of all of you. We are always anxious to read any updates and are thinking about you a lot and know that everything will be fine. David is in best hands ( and hearts)!!!! Love, Christa
(Mike and Dylan are at the movie with the girls right now)
He is adorable, and he looks right at home with both of you. I'm so glad that it continues to improve - can't wait to meet him! :)
I am so grateful for this time that you have with David! We are anxious to meet him, Andrew keeps asking if David will know how to play ball! Just let him know that he is loved by many! We love you all, have a wonderful time with your down time! We are praying for you all!
Love, The Coward Family
Reading about your experience with David and his adoption has been incredible. Seeing how God has worked in your lives to bring your family together is amazing. Knowing that the full body of Christ (family, friends, neighborhood, church) has been this tremendous source of encouragement to you and has continued to uplift you in prayer gives us a small glimpse of what heaven will be like. There is nothing quite like it!!
Thank you, Jason and Rebekka, for allowing all of us to share in your joy. We are here loving and supporting you too.
Jerry, Leanne, Courtney & Cody
Wow Jason,
I just rediscovered your blog and sure enough, you're over in China and you have David in your arms. Susie and I are reading your updates and enjoying the amazing adventure; Growth is an understatement. We are wondering how you are holding up with all the travel and stuff. David looks great. Can't wait to come meet him in person.
Love,
Seth and Susie
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