August 9th 2012

Today we got to visit Tegan's orphanage and where she lived. They first took us on a tour of the orphanages and got to see the babies! I have to say it was a very emotional time for all of us and they told is we could not take pictures of babies because they were "special"(meaning special needs). The orphanage also has apartments where couples can stay and live as foster parents to help take care of some of the children. Tegan stayed with one of the foster families and we were able to meet her foster mother. Tegan had only been there since they moved her from Bethel back in May but we can tell her foster mom made a big impact in her life! She was a very sweet woman and we got to see pictures of Tegan's foster dad along with her brothers and sisters. Tegan showed us around and even showed is where she would sleep. After that we visited the old orphanage to see Tegan's finding spot. We were told by our guide Jane that she was left in front of the gates with no note. They have since then moved the gate to another part of the campus and put up a wall in its place. Melissa took our picture in front of that wall. Stacy

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Here is a collage of pictures that Melissa put together. One of these days Tegan will understand the words dedicated, determined and stubborn. These are three words that describe her mother. I certainly don't mean stubborn in a bad way because it can be an asset to your personality when it is used for good. As you can see here in this case. When Kristin's mind is set on something that is it! I am so proud of her and glad she is my wife! Stacy

Sisters first hug!

Ok! I am running on four hours of sleep and I just noticed my typo on my last post AFTER I uploaded. So I hope my typing teacher is not reading this! Here is a picture of their first hug.

Bronwyn getting to know her sister!

I know bringing Bronwyn with us was a great idea. Of course that was not an option because we can't be away from her for three weeks either! Here she is getting to know her sister. We are blessed!

Tegan's Gotcha Day!

Gotcha Day August 6th, 2012! After months waiting and waiting we finally got our wish. I am so proud of my wife for the hard work and countless hours she put into this adoption and it is not over yet. So the first picture that we must post is a picture of the results from Kristin's hard work. I am so proud of her for the women she is and thankful to be married to her. Stacy

China Here We Come!

We are going to China! We need to be in Hefei by 8/5. Tegan's gotcha day is 8/6. Next stop is Nanchang for Piper's gotcha on 8/12. Then off to Guongzhou. Our CA is on 8/21. What a trip! CRAZY but good!

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We just got our travel approval! We are in the home stretch! Thank you God for your faithfulness and strength through this long process.

Be strong and of good courage, and do it; do not fear or be dismayed, for the LORD God- my God- will be with you. He will not leave you or forsake you, until you have finished all the work for the service of the house of the LORD.  1 Chronicles 28:20