This morning (Sunday) after breakfast, we took a walk through an open market across the bridge (we are on an island). Following this, we went through the all of the paperwork that Joyce and Judee, at Bethany, helped us prepare and put into a clear envelope. Everything had to be put into order for the US Consulate. Shiyan, our guide here and employee of Bethany, walked me through everything and helped all of us, in our travel group, put things into order. After finishing, I met up with Brett and Caleb, who were just leaving the playroom downstairs. When Caleb saw me, he ran into my arms with a big hug - this was a first for that!
We went and did some shopping and picked up our laundry. The shop owner read a book to Caleb in Chinese, and he loved it. Even though he is understanding more of what we say to him, there is still quite a language barrier for us. He smiles more and more each day and it is so easy to get him to laugh and play! He seems very comfortable with us, as we with him. He continues to point to the computer, which tells us he wants to watch the video we took of Keanan and Abby a few days before we left. He is so intent each time he watches. He giggles and points and you can tell he is ready to jump right in there with them! The longer we are with Caleb, the more I realize and know for sure that he is the child that God has chosen to become a part of our family.
We continue to bond and learn Caleb more and more each day! We are all excited to get home and see Keanan and Abby, as well as, begin life again. It is hard to keep track of the days anymore, as each day seems similar to the last. This trip has been well worth every second, the good times and the hard. God has been there to help through many trials in our group, as without our faith, this would be even more difficult.
May God continue to bless each one of you and we thank you again for your support, your prayers and for following our journey.
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