Thursday, November 26, 2009

Giving Thanks for Lily Mei and Anna Lin

We learned that Anna Lin was admitted to a Xuzhou hospital this week, which caused us great concern for a few hours.  After quickly sending inquiries to our agency we learned that it was only a minor infection.  We were very relieved, but this latest occurance increased our desire to get her home as soon as possible.



We later recieved pictures of Anna in the hospital, and it was clear she wasn't in distress. These pictures along with the several others we've  received from other families who've recently traveled to Xuzhou have put our mind at ease. It was a Thanksgiving gift to know she was doing well.

Our other gifts were to have Eric join us for dinner and, of course, having our second wonderful Thanksgiving with Lily.

Anna's 4th birthday was October 30th.  We sent her a box with gifts, pictures, and party favors, and the orphanage had a very nice party for her.  The picture of Anna holding up her birthday card and a picture of Lily and her mom in the pumpkin patch is really special for us.  What a wonderful smile she has!!  We can't wait to hold her in our arms!
















5 comments:

Sharing Life and Love said...

Such a Happy Girl---just ready to come home soon!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Anonymous said...

Anna,
You are as loved as your new sister Lily! Anna you are in my prayers along with Lily Mei, Mom Pam, Dad John, and Grandma Barbara (my best friend). I look forward to be out to meet you when you come home to your family.
Many prayers to the angels and God!!
Love you Auntie Anne in Florida

Liz said...

She is just too adorable! I bet you can't wait to get your arms around her!

Liz

Carey and Norman said...

Somehow I missed this post (too busy calling USCIS :o). I agree that we all have so much to be thankful. Here's hoping and praying we travel together in January to bring our little ones home!

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