Today was the official paperwork day and Zhong Xi Bin is now Braxton Emanuel Jordan. We had fun today and Braxton is learning signs very well. I brought math flash cards and he knows addition & subtraction, although he doesn't really know regrouping. I know he'll do well in school because I can tell he's very bright. He seems thrilled to be signing with us - big smile when I praise him for getting the sign right. He's already learned to sign several colors and much more. Tonight he took a shower in the bathtub - my gosh did he love it - he was all giggles. He did a pretty good job washing himself and is very ticklish (like Briella!). He's got a healthy appetite! He eats lots of veggies, fruits, etc. He's not picky. We went to a store that's a branch off of Walmart here and we found lots of goodies - some are edible presents (don't cringe - the people who they're for will love it) haha.
Everywhere we go, the merchants comment on how handsome Ben is and so tall. They tell him that he's like a TV person. Good thing he doesn't let this go to his head. He's humble as ever. He and Braxton were PATIENT while we shopped this afternoon/evening. We took a taxi over to Shamian Island and spent lots of time & had dinner there. I had to ask Ben 3 times to pose for the picture of him flexing his muscle for the merchant. She was commenting about his height & how handsome he is so I made him show her how strong he is too! He doesn't like to show off, but he's just so darn cute :)
Mike, notice the straw hat on the boys? yes, I bought it for you! I just hope it comes home in 1 piece. I'm picturing you wearing it mowing the lawn. You'll be the envy of all the other men in the neighborhood!
We saw Adele Madison again today from Madison Adoption Agency. Our appts have been at the same time, same place. Tomorrow afternoon we'll go for Braxton's medical visit. I have a signed waiver for the immunizations, since he's under 10, it's optional. But, he will have the TB test here as well as a physical. We also apply for his passport tomorrow. I have a cute short video of him laughing - I'll try to get that to post soon. That's all for today. To Mike & the kids - I miss you so much!
Braxton is a Jordan!
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3 comments:
Lisa, So glad to hear that things are going so well. I did hear back from Love Without Boundaries and they said they would contact Zhongshan SWI and try to get this little boy to Shanghi for surgery. Please find out what you can and check out his personality for me. He is so stoic and sad looking in his pics. I suppose he has good reason to be. COngratulations on another beautiful addition!
Jan
He does seem so happy and he is so adorable! Reminds me a little of Jake - same size, hair. Anyway, have a great trip!
Traci
Hi Lisa!
It's so good to see you with Braxton! Brayden was excited to see his picture tonight and shouted Xi Bin!! We feel like we are right back in China looking at your pictures of everything! Hope you are enjoying your stay! Please tell Elsie and Sarah hello from us!
Blessings,
Tina
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