We spent part of the day walking through the floors of the Pavilion - famous here since it was built 1500 years ago (several renovations since then). It is about 12 stories high - beautiful structure. There was a Chinese music performance, plenty of paintings and porcelain to view.
We had lunch at Papa Johns (don't worry, we've had plenty of Chinese food so far)!!
We also went to the main square that is famous for August 1, 1929, where they started the Red Army.
Addie is starting to feel more comfortable - she is moving around more, standing next to the bed and working her way around it. She can walk with one hand held. She is doing better eating, and learns to "ask" by reaching when she wants more.
It's funny that the Chinese are all concerned that the children are covered with clothes, jackets and even hats so they don't get cold (it was low 60's today). So they always check us and come over to adjust their hat or pull on the pantleg to cover their leg.
We do get plenty of attention here - too bad I can't strike up conversations with them!
We finished with a several dish (like eight) Chinese dinner!!
Bob
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Day 3 10/26/2011
Addie had her first bath - she was standing up for a while, then got used to it and sat down and enjoyed it.
We went for a walk through a beautiful garden park.
We got her a baby porcelain fork and spoon - this city is known for its porcelain.
We broke down for a McD lunch - it was just like home (after several days of Chinese food, it almost tasted odd).
We chilled out in the room - she was rubbing her ear like it was bothering her, so we gave her some Tylenol and let her sleep a while - seems to feel better tonight.
It's not too often we are chilling with not much going on - probably a good thing for us!!
We have tomorrow in Nanchang and then fly to Guangzhou Friday - just west of Hong Kong (another good geography lesson).
Bob
We went for a walk through a beautiful garden park.
We got her a baby porcelain fork and spoon - this city is known for its porcelain.
We broke down for a McD lunch - it was just like home (after several days of Chinese food, it almost tasted odd).
We chilled out in the room - she was rubbing her ear like it was bothering her, so we gave her some Tylenol and let her sleep a while - seems to feel better tonight.
It's not too often we are chilling with not much going on - probably a good thing for us!!
We have tomorrow in Nanchang and then fly to Guangzhou Friday - just west of Hong Kong (another good geography lesson).
Bob
Our First Day with Addie
10/24/2011
What a crazy first day with Addie. We flew from Beijing to Nanchang (good geography lesson) - 2 hour flight - on China Eastern airlines; they have good airplanes with plenty of legroom.
Our guide brought us to the hotel, where the girls were waiting (two other families). They brought each one to the parents - handed them over; no big ceremony or anything. Our guide, Mary, who works for our adoption agency said to meet in one hour to go sign papers.
So little Addie, a quiet little bug, held on to Anne tightly as we brought her to our hotel room. Within the hour, I got her to break a small smile. How difficult for the girls to be handed over to non-Chinese people who speak a different language.
The entire afternoon - sign papers at 3 different places.
We had dinner, but everyone tired/exhausted - even me (Bob).
Today, Tuesday, much better. More of a restful day - sleeping in, having a good breakfast, going for a walk with the girls, going to the grocery store for a few things, trying the pool (Addie didn't want to try - don't blame her).
Addie is starting to eat better - congi (soupy rice), bits of French toast, yogurt, small bites of chicken & pork.
She had fun tonight eating regular rice (and wearing a lot of it too).
She loves to take her shoes & socks off; she can stand, and take a few steps with help, but doesn't crawl - she will probably go right to walking. She can go to the bathroom on a kids toilet!!
What a crazy first day with Addie. We flew from Beijing to Nanchang (good geography lesson) - 2 hour flight - on China Eastern airlines; they have good airplanes with plenty of legroom.
Our guide brought us to the hotel, where the girls were waiting (two other families). They brought each one to the parents - handed them over; no big ceremony or anything. Our guide, Mary, who works for our adoption agency said to meet in one hour to go sign papers.
So little Addie, a quiet little bug, held on to Anne tightly as we brought her to our hotel room. Within the hour, I got her to break a small smile. How difficult for the girls to be handed over to non-Chinese people who speak a different language.
The entire afternoon - sign papers at 3 different places.
We had dinner, but everyone tired/exhausted - even me (Bob).
Today, Tuesday, much better. More of a restful day - sleeping in, having a good breakfast, going for a walk with the girls, going to the grocery store for a few things, trying the pool (Addie didn't want to try - don't blame her).
Addie is starting to eat better - congi (soupy rice), bits of French toast, yogurt, small bites of chicken & pork.
She had fun tonight eating regular rice (and wearing a lot of it too).
She loves to take her shoes & socks off; she can stand, and take a few steps with help, but doesn't crawl - she will probably go right to walking. She can go to the bathroom on a kids toilet!!
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