After the park, we went to another famous Chinese restaurant here. I was adventurous and moved beyond the fried rice. This time I tried an eggplant dish, a lotus flower dish, some Chinese noodles, and some green beans. They were all really good. I'm not as adventurous as some, but I'm getting a little braver!
Unlike the first few days with her, Katie is really learning to entertain herself. She has discovered that she has two hands that work together, and she giggles every time she clasps her hands. A lot of the orphans also have really weak upper body strength. When we first met Katie, she couldn't sit up by herself, and she has gotten pretty proficient with her sitting. She only falls over every 2 minutes or so instead of every 2 seconds. She has a book that she loves too. If anyone is looking for an engaging book, Katie highly recommends Peek-a-Boo Forest!
Katie is getting her first tooth. That explains the excessive drool!
Paperwork tomorrow followed by a late trip to Guangzhou.
Wow First Tooth, sitting up, big milestones all in one week!!!
ReplyDeleteIt’s a shame it is getting so warm. I really like the pretty fans that are appearing in the photos. How does Katie do in the heat? Does she like to be fanned? I imagine carrying Katie in the heat just makes you both that much hotter. Is she a good sleeper on outings?
I hope the traveling goes well and Katie, as well as the other little ones around you, don’t need the tarp and duct tape treatment.
Yes, slobber is another great thing to wipe off on mom's top.
ReplyDeleteIf you get to pick up small items that are typical of Nanchang, they will be fun for Katie in years to come. I couldn't afford much and it seemed silly when Jenni was a baby. Friends set aside special items for gotcha days or CNY. Later Jenni told me she wished we would do that and we started. She does cherish these things more as she gets older. Lots of things are available here but if you see something special, go for it.
Loving to travel with the Hays!
Nina
Ah, yes. Snot and drool. Good times. Treasure them. Kyle and Megan don't get close enough very often for them to be a "problem" anymore. I miss those days. Now, Scott on the other hand... Looks like all is going well. What a wonderful time for all of you to experience together.
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