switching it up

I have to admit that this is not my thing.  Normally Lynne is in charge of the family posts.  Today (Tuesday) we had a free morning.  At 2:15 we met as a group and headed to the visa office at the American Consulate.  After our raised right hand oath taking we went as a group to the "new" center city of Guangzhou.  We saw the sight of the 2010 Asia games, as well as many more new buildings and scenic sights that were built just for these games.  We enjoyed it so much, we are thinking of checking out the area again tomorrow.  We have less than 48 hours left in Guangzhou, and another 18 or so in Hong Kong.  The end is in sight, and that is exciting.  It is hard to believe that almost 5 years of life has been focused on this two week process.  This is a time we have prayed about, cried about and fought about as a couple.  Now it is here, and it is almost done.  We are so blessed to have this new little one in our lives.  I love her so much, even though she doesn't really like me.  I know it will come in time.  We have seen her change so much in these last 10 days.  Her personality is starting to come out.  We have been sharing with Joni about all her family members and people who are in her life.  The introduction of Joni and her sister and brother excites me most.  I foresee Oakley taking care of her like a little doll and Colston tackling her. Maybe I shouldn't have bought him a sword?  It has been a lot of fun buying gifts for freinds and family.  We had so many dear people support us in this journey.  Trying to locate the proper small tokens of our appreciation for everyone, has been an adventure.  I keep weighing the suitcases to make sure we are under 50lbs.  I'd hate to have to pay extra after I spent so much time and energy haggling for the price I wanted.