One last post from Seoul
I wanted to post one more time from Korea in case anyone is still reading after we wrenched your hearts out with the last video. LOL
SaRang slept from 8:30 last night to 4:30 this morning, napped again from 6:00-7:00, and again 10:30-12:00. I think we have worn her out!
We did decide to make a trip to Dunkin' Donuts this morning. SaRang clearly likes to be outside and to walk. In fact, she walked the entire way there (and it took us 20 minutes to walk yesterday so that's a long way for little legs). We decided to take the subway back because it was so cold (and we were getting lots of looks and stares from the Koreans), but we got off the wrong stop and ended up walking at least as much if not more than the way to Dunkin' Donuts.
After SaRang woke up at noon we sat outside in the hallway with the American couple and their 9 month old baby boy. It was nice to have some adult conversation and to talk about our experiences here. We fed SaRang lunch, and she seems to have turned a corner. She spontaneously gave me two hugs and is currently playing on her own with a toothbrush. This is the first time she has played at all, and she is walking around laughing.
We're taking a taxi to a local nearby hotel, and then a bus to the airport from there. I'm definitely nervous about the trip home, but I'm trying to stay positive.
Two last things. She is definitely my daughter. She wants her hands washed after every bite, and they didn't call her strong-willed in her reports for nothing.
SaRang slept from 8:30 last night to 4:30 this morning, napped again from 6:00-7:00, and again 10:30-12:00. I think we have worn her out!
We did decide to make a trip to Dunkin' Donuts this morning. SaRang clearly likes to be outside and to walk. In fact, she walked the entire way there (and it took us 20 minutes to walk yesterday so that's a long way for little legs). We decided to take the subway back because it was so cold (and we were getting lots of looks and stares from the Koreans), but we got off the wrong stop and ended up walking at least as much if not more than the way to Dunkin' Donuts.
After SaRang woke up at noon we sat outside in the hallway with the American couple and their 9 month old baby boy. It was nice to have some adult conversation and to talk about our experiences here. We fed SaRang lunch, and she seems to have turned a corner. She spontaneously gave me two hugs and is currently playing on her own with a toothbrush. This is the first time she has played at all, and she is walking around laughing.
We're taking a taxi to a local nearby hotel, and then a bus to the airport from there. I'm definitely nervous about the trip home, but I'm trying to stay positive.
Two last things. She is definitely my daughter. She wants her hands washed after every bite, and they didn't call her strong-willed in her reports for nothing.
Comments
Safe travels!
Congratulations!!!
Christine (tinetine)
(ALSO! As soon as I woke up, I visited your blog.)
As you know, SaRang is very smart,clear girl. I'm sure that she will be adapted well at your home.
Thank you very much!!
I'm so pleased that I can keep in touch with you.
Thanks, again.
From,Mrs.Park
I'm so glad to hear she's having a better day!
Thanks again for letting us "come along!".
Chelle
(holt bb)
We are so happy for you. Watching your video brought back so many memories for us. Leaving the hospital with Quentin was such a happy occsion and yet our hearts were absolutely breaking. We knew that God had blessed our lives with such a beautiful baby boy and yet we felt so guilty for leaving with him. We also cried the whole way hone-only 30 minutes verses your 20 hours! But we do understand. Even though you are doing the right thing for Rory, it does not make it any easier on the human emotions. We are thinking of you and praying for you. You and Rory are truly blessed!!!!!!! David, Kim & Quentin Derby
We adopted too, although our daughter is technically related to me, we didn't know her. She was in foster care and we traveled to see her every other weekend for nearly a year.
Watching you see your daughter for the first time and bring her home just floods my heart with memories.
I hope and pray for many happy days, a peaceful transition and love beyond measure for you and your family. Thank you again for sharing! Your family is absolutely beautiful!!!
Kelly
(Holt bb)
It was so phenominally awesome to get to see you with your new daughter. I hadn't known about all your videos and stuff on your blog until yesterday and hadn't gotten a chance to see them until tonight. I'm not overly emotional but even I am sitting here almost crying as I watch the video with you getting SaRang from her foster home. Melissa, you and Brian are such wonderfully good parents and I know how blessed you are. I continue to pray for you both as you raise your family. I am SO happy for you both. Will talk to you soon, glad you are back safe.
love Scott
We love you,
Uncle Jean and Aunt Lillian
Brian you look more like your Dad everyday!!!!!
Vicki Lynn
What a beautiful family God has given you!!! God is so good!!!
Love,
Julie Wilson