Wish Come True

Goodbye China

Wow, what an unbelievable experience.   The trip, Tiffany, and China were more than we expected.  We are sad to be leaving but looking forward to introducing Tiffany to everyone back home.  Pictures

Lauren did some last minute shopping for all......

We finished our day at the American Consulate taking an oath for Tiffany and getting her visa.  We ate one final dinner as a group and said our goodbyes. 

We just finished packing and are headed to bed.  See you soon Grandma and Grandpa!

Goodbye China

Love,

Lauren, Tiffany, and Tom

Lauren and Tiffany playing

A quick video of Lauren and Tiffany playing...she is a HAM! God blessed us with pure laughter. Tiffany has been making EVERYONE laugh with her engaging and whitty personality. She is the light in every room!

More Playtime

Tom's Birthday Pictures

Birthday Pictures

Tiffany got dressed up for the party.

: love to all

White Swan Hotel

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Click to zoom in and you can see where we are staying. Great location. 

Guangzhou, capital of Guangdong Province, is one of China 's main industrial centers, covering an area of 7,434 square kilometers, and with a population of over 6 million. Guangzhou stands at the confluence of the East River West River and North River, with its land sloping from north-east to south-west, and an alluvial plain in the south and south-west parts. It adjoins the South China Sea , and is crisscross with rivers and streams. It has south subtropical marine climate with an annual average temperature of 21.8 degree Celsius, rainfall of 1694 millimeters, and a frost-free period of 345 days. It's abundant in agricultural and aquatic resources. Its mineral resources include coal, salt, copper, iron, zinc, lead and limestone.  (Source:http://www.orientaltravel.com/China/Guangzhou.htm)

Pictures - Good Night

Hanging out After Physical

Visa and Physical

View from White Swan

Hanging out Guiyang

Market in Guiyang

Physical and Visa

We made it safely to Guangzhou last night.  Long long trip.

Tiffany is taking a bit of time to adjust to the new surroundings.  We are off to get a physical for her now.   

Lauren has some great pictures for Red that she is going to blog about later.  It involves a chicken.

Some more pictures

Love,

Tiffany, Tom, Lauren

Mommy, Daddy, and Tiffany

Last Day in Guiyang, China

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Tiffany and Daddy hung out all morning while Mommy completed the last bit of paperwork that I believe will be given to the American Consulate in Guangzhou, China.  We are going to be staying at the White Swan Hotel in Guangzhou.   Here is description of the Hotel from their web site -

"Located on the historical Shamian Island, overlooking the famed Pearl River and facing the White Swan Pool, the White Swan Hotel remains an oasis of tranquility from the hustle and bustle of this busy city."

We will have about an hour flight from Guiyang to Guangzhou (Canton).  This will be our first flight with Tiffany so it should be interesting. THe above map should give you reference of where we have been staying, and where we are going.   

We have had a great time so far and Tiffany is improving every day.   She is a handful.  She likes to laugh, point, eat, and say hello to people.   Her mind is always moving and ready to explore something new.   

Lauren has been a great mother catering to Tiffany's every nervous need.   Lots of Love.... Tom and Lauren.

Mommy Playing with Tiffany Thursday Feb 21