I am not sure if that is because we have been up since 2 am (except Abe) or if it literally has just been a long day. Maybe the 2 am thing just didn't help.
The most important thing that needed to happen today did! Abraham is officially adopted! He is a son, brother, grandson, nephew and cousin. And that is all that will matter 10 years from now.
However, I am not sure that the events of my day will fade from my memory all too soon.
We had many official appointments today and total they lasted about 6 hours. We were NOT prepared for that. To say that my sweet little boy was anxious and uncomfortable would be an understatement. By the time we made it back to the hotel room, the little guy had had too much and melted into sobs and tears of grief. Such a brave little man; he put on a brave face all day and then just couldn't do it anymore.
In my attempt to respect culture, I dressed him in a onesie, a long sleeve shirt and a jacket. Ummmm. Got in trouble for dressing him too warm. I needed to change a diaper. I laid a changing pad on the floor and laid him on it (none of his body touching the pristine marble floor) only to be told that I needed to put him on the table. A conference table in a government office building. Who knew? I didn't. I pretty much did everything wrong today. (I can laugh about that part, though!)
It was a rough day for Abe. I think alot of stuff came to a head in his little heart. I think the big picture says it's good; but today - this momma's heart just aches for her baby boy.
The pictures are pretty fun today. The one of him on the floor with "Green Eggs and Ham" is especially for Amy-Hui. He LOVES the book, Amy! I am so glad you packed it for me!!!
Please pray for the next several days. Lots of great activities. But a lot on our plate. Trying to balance a "once in a lifetime" here in Beijing with a "need to keep it simple" for this precious gift.
