Monday, August 09, 2010



our lives will never be the same.....
2pm August 9, 2010 changed our lives forever when a precious little girl by the name of Lei Xin Qin came walking out from behind a curtain and into our arms. Several moments were spent snuggling and she was quiet as she studied my face. Then some tears came, but the room was hot and there were several (30 or so) other families uniting with their children as well. We have spent the past 4 hours or so bonding, giving a bottle, learning more about her through our guide and the translation of her paperwork. We know she was loved and cared for, but it does weigh on our hearts the past she carries with her. The joy she has brought is indescribable.
We are in love.....
more to come.

posted by Joel and Lee-Anne at 5:42 AM

10 comment(s):

Yeah, yeah, yeah. Sounds like you had a good first few moments. I can tell she is thin -- you can hold her on your hip without breaking your back. But, we won't let that stay that way for long. Sending love, hugs, kisses, and prayers around the world.

By Blogger Beth, at 6:21 AM  

Beautiful!!!! Congratulations. She is so beautiful. I am so happy for you all.

By Blogger Eric and Kristi Peterson, at 7:48 AM  

Congrats! The pictures are awesome & beautiful...Norah is awesome & beautiful! We can't wait to meet her in person. Praying the next few days will go smoothly & she will continue to bond & adjust very well with you guys. Thinking of you guys & sending you our love! Karen & Jason

By Blogger jasonandkaren, at 8:27 AM  

Praise the Lord... Norah is beautiful and I love the first picture with your BIG sweet smile Lee-Anne... what a blessing! I can't wait to see and hear more!!! Love you all!!

By Anonymous Darby, at 8:53 AM  

What a precious account of your journey - love reading these entries...Can't wait to see more pics of your journey and sweety Norah. She looks like such a cuddler. To tag Beth's comment, you have to send pics of you holding her in the carrier :-)
Much love,
Jen

By Anonymous Anonymous, at 9:10 AM  

hi lee-anne!!! oh i am so excited to see these pictures! that curtain, those couches and pillows... such memories. and well norah, she is just beautiful!!!!!!!!!!! i can't wait to hear and see more! prayed about your paperwork issue and hope that it all worked out!!

can't wait for the next post!!!
erika

By Blogger A Cup of Cold Water, at 9:49 AM  

She is just precious! I love, love, love her hair. Very hip...did you plan that Lee-Anne? Send more pics when you can. Give her a big hug. Love y'all!

By Anonymous Anonymous, at 4:25 PM  

Sorry, the last anonymous was me. You know I am computer challenged

Mimi

By Anonymous Anonymous, at 4:26 PM  

Yayy!! Finally, in your arms! Great pics and she is such a doll. Rejoicing! Love you guys, Melanie

By Anonymous Anonymous, at 9:51 PM  

I am loving following your journey. What a precious time! As I recently posted on my blog, I was working on a devotional recently, and the question came up, "what does adoption mean to you?" My answer - pursued

By Blogger Andy and Tamara, at 9:16 PM  

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