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This is a chronicle of the journey that brings our daughter home. Welcome and thanks for stopping by.

Tuesday, January 26, 2010

January 26, 2010: Shopping

Ann took us to the Beijing Row today for Lanhua’s first shopping spree. Much to Steve’s happiness, we spent most of our time in the book stores. She’s a reader. We also hit the Converse store for a pink pair of Allstars and hit the local department store for some essentials. She definitely likes to shop and absolutely knows what she likes. She’s very gracious. It was a good morning.

We’re back at the hotel watching videos, coloring, and playing with the iPhone. Tonight, we’ll slip on her pink Converse tennies and hit the local noodle shop.

Observations: Lanhua is a tidy kid. She’s also very careful to keep track of her stuff. Last night, she moved all of her belongings next to her bed.

4 comments:

  1. wow!!!! congrats, mom and dad! we are so happy for you guys. everything sounds like it is going great. she sounds like an adorable child. we can't wait until you all get home and we eventually get to meet her. keep the updates coming.
    love,
    uncle brian

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  2. Congrats on the new addition!!!! I am so excited for you guys!! A tidy girl???!!! Wow...that's amazing in itself...sorry Meg!! I can hardly wait to hear more and see more pictures of your adventure.
    Love to All,
    Aunt Shell

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  3. We were all so excited to finally see some pictures of our new niece/cousin! The girls are psyched. And pink tennies...Allyson is beside herself! Someone just like her! Please give Lanhua a hug for us and keep the pictures and updates coming!
    Love,
    Uncle Bob and Family

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  4. Hi Scout, Mitchell!, and Lanhua!

    I can't wait to see you. I hope the adjusting is becoming easier, and you're having fun. I LOVE the pink converse. Very fashionable. Take care :).

    Love,
    Auntie Tina

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