We have had a very productive day and we are exhausted. This will be a short post, but in a nutshell, we met with our guide and did about an hour's worth of paper work. Then we headed back to the medical clinic where Breanne was previously tested for TB on Wed. Today's visit was to see how her skin reacted to the test. Thankfully her skin test was negative, another provision of the Father. We won't even go into all the red tape that has to happen in the worse case scenario if your child tests positive. 
We bought Breanne her set of pearls for her future wedding day, just like we have done for Baylee and Brooklyn on our first trip here. 
Our agency treated us to a traditional meal tonight and it was very nice and tasty. We enjoyed good food, good company and we soaked in the heritage of our daughter. 
Interestingly, our guide was able to tell us that Breanne speaks Cantonese, which she says is unusual for children from her orphanage, they usually speak Mandarin. This tells us that she has spent most of her time with a Cantonese speaking family, just another piece of her little puzzle... 
Today has been more of a restful day. We had only to fax some papers and the rest of the day was free. We shopped some and as we were out walking I put my sunglasses on, it was then that Breanne insisted on wearing my shades. She tried to keep them on her face but they were too big so we got a pair for her, which she wore proudly! 
We have met some of the neatest people from all over the world adopting. Some of the families are so inspiring Mike and I are just in awe of their courage. Most of these families are obvious believers. Included in today's pictures is a picture of Breanne meeting yet another little boy that she knew while we were eating at a restaurant last night. I tell you, it is so strange to see her react when she obviously knows one of these children. It seems too good to be true, but she is pointing and expressing herself in Chinese with conviction, so I went to the parents once again to ask the question and sure enough the little boy was from her orphanage. It is too cute!! 
Also included is a mini video of how she enjoys play time with daddy. Breanne's cough and throat infection are healing very well, as are the bites on her body. Thanks for all the posts and emails, we are receiving them and are thrilled to hear from each one of you!!! Looking forward to getting home, we are ready for you all to meet her in person, and we are ready to get our bodies back on U.S. time. 
Lastly, I want to acknowledge how truly grateful I am to my mom. Thanks mom for giving up two weeks of your time to keep my kiddos, I just could not do this without you. My mom and dad are in the process of moving back to Shreveport so this is a huge sacrifice for her to carve this time out, yet she would never acknowledge that, Mom, I love you, and thank you for helping us follow this dream! Others are helping and we appreciate you all.
Much Love,
At the police department she actually knew a little boy there. He came walking in and she just got so excited and pointed to him saying something in Chinese, so I went over to his dad and asked him where the little boy was from, and sure enough he was from her orphanage. That was pretty cool to see their interaction, so very cute. 
Also it was amazing to come across an actual child she knew because every child adopted in China must go through this process at that particular police department. Mike and I really enjoyed seeing her personality shine during that encounter.
It is more than touching to understand that she is truly in turmoil when our guides approach us, or we go to a governmental office, she is so concerned and will just turn from them and not look at them while she cries. She wants to be physically touching at least one of her parents at all times, and most of the time it is with both of us at the same time. Very touching. 
As soon as our business is done with our guide, medical technician, government official etc. ( whom she has ignored the whole time) and we are leaving, she suddenly becomes so bubbly waving bye and blowing kisses..they usually can't believe how she lights up upon leaving. Mike and I are just as head over heals with her, and we cannot wait to see her interact with our kiddos back at home. Speaking of our kiddos, we so miss them and can't wait to be all together. Thanks to everyone who is caring for them.
On this second day, we had to return to the adoption building where we received Breanne yesterday. Today was about signing papers and promising that we would never abuse, or abandon her. Another promise made required our that she will be given a good education. Returning to the adoption building really shut our little girl down, which is common. It is heartbreaking to see the fear and confusion in the little one's eyes, as they are scared that they are being returned. Our guide kept assuring her for us, but it did not seem to make a difference. When we left the building she perked up and happily waved good-bye. In fact, every store or Chinese establishment we go into, she shuts down and even cries if you try to show her a toy in a store. I think she is so scared she is going to be left. The second we head for the door, she is the happiest child in the world, blowing kisses to everyone in the store and happily declaring her good-byes.
Also there is a picture of Mike giving his baby girl her medicine, which she took like a trooper.
Blessings,
The pictures are of us on the Chinese airline. Everyone should come to China just so they can experience the amazing treatment customers receive on China Southern airlines. You will never get this kind of treatment in the states.....it is A+
Thanks to all of our praying and supporting friends, we love you and can feel your prayers here. Oh and one interesting piece of info....When we arrived at our hotel our bags had to be searched. This is not the usual custom for this hotel. As we were checking in, the front desk worker apologized for the bag search, but explained that the hotel is under high security for a few days because the president of Pakistan is arriving to stay here today for about four days. Yes you read that right, the PRESIDENT OF PAKISTAN! So add "World Peace" to your prayers.
