The sweetest smile of all, is the smile you have waited so long to see! Can’t wait to hear that Poppy is giggling and squealing with her biggest fans. Hope Mama is feeling better and Zach is still flashing his great smile too!
So precious! I was wondering if she would open up really quickly once you got her back home with all the other kids. So happy to see her happy! Such a pretty smile!
Wow, seriously … I have been following your journey the whole time and it’s just amazing to see the layers of Poppy unfold like a flower. She is truly blossoming and it’s just miraculous to watch through pictures … I know it’s even more miraculous watching as her mama. Having just been through all of this (though not at all to the extent you have) … wow, seriously wow. She is a stunning little lady, really really beautiful. Oh what a perfect addition she is to your family … it sure is easy to see God working through her. Such a beautiful thing to see. God Bless your family during this time and always ๐
Oh my word. I just love her and I just want to give her a great big squeeze. Hug her once for all of us. Just sit in a big squishy arm chair and hold her and squeeze her and tell her just how loved she is by everyone, even those of us a thousand miles away who have never met her.
If you are ever in MY neck of the woods, I better get an e-mail.
I know I (and most likely a ton of your readership is as well) am biased toward the beauty of our Chinese children, but sheesh. Seriously. This girl is gorgeous. Her face is breathtaking – and the smile? OY! I love seeing her bloom and blossom – God is so good.
Wow, what an amazing transformation! I love her sweet, gentle smile. And her hand…just like my daughter’s, Joy. Congratulations to you and your family.
What a blessing to share in these precious moments of life! I am amazed at the transformation. She is beautiful and it is wonderful to see Poppy smiling and playing! God is so good!
She reminds me an awful lot of our Mya! I should show you a picture of her from when she was Poppy’s age! So sweet to see her TEETH!!!! And those eyebrows? Just like my girls! So precious when they are smiling!
I’ve been following along on your journey since the beginning. It brings such joy to my heart to see Poppy with a smile on her face. So happy for you and your family.
Thank you for allowing us to share the joy of seeing this precious little girl blossom over the past few weeks. For me, there is nothing more incredible or inspiring than watching our children make these huge developmental strides post-adoption. It’s such a beautiful thing to witness. Hugs to you all!
So amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I think she has the most gorgeous eyes I have ever seen!
I am thrilled to see these great posts since you got home. I am counting down the days already which I hate
to admit.. Bring on the jetlag!!!!
Morning Stef – I’m thinking you “know” me well enough by now – and at the risk of sounding something like the people I cage for a living – she is absolutly breathtaking!! You have made such great progress with that little doll – she’s just blooming before our eyes….
And yeah – that is the stuff – it’s the payback – it’s the joy!!
Thanks for sharing that with us!
(and no – I haven’t been ignoring folks – just trying to get by my busted up paw…the pain has been limiting!)
Oh no! So sorry to hear you’re injured… hope you’re back in action soon ๐
Thanks for the love, Aus – we agree, she is absolutely breathtaking!!
ox,
Stefanie
She is too sweet! The change in her expression and demeanor is astounding, especially when you consider that it’s only been a matter of days. Love to see her smiling!
Praise the Lord! Look at little Poppy!! The picture of security and true happiness ๐ And those adorable little smiles in yesterday’s post? So.incredibly.precious and dare I say a smitten of sneaky was noted in them too?? Want to hear all “the stuff” whenever you get the chance. Heartwarming for sure!!
Why is it that the little stuff is so endearing to our hearts. Wow, the Lord sure does speak through the little children.
Just bliss,
Nancy-of the crazy 8
She’s home ~ and can feel the love, the comfort, the security. Her face seems truly happy and truly peaceful. It’s almost like a switch was flipped or a light bulb turned on. Sounds like it’s all going to keep going in the right direction. Happy for you all! What a blessing!
AMAZING EYES! So pure and beautiful! WOW, opening up like a flower before your very eyes! I am sooooo enjoying following your journey. It gives me hope and inspiration for my own adoption journey. prayers for you and your angels! ~Stephanie (http://adoption-thecrookedroad.blogspot.com)
She is exceptionally PERFECT in every single way.
I have a feeling there is much more “in” her that she is getting ready to reveal to you as the months unfold.
Knowing she is nestled there…at home…….among you and your precious brood makes my heart just sing.
Your family and your photos continue to be a testimony to the Lord’s goodness and His amazing power to not only “set the lonely in families” but to reveal His good good plans for each individual, precious one. Thanks for sharing your beautiful girl’s pics! ๐
Oh it is so wonderful to see this sweet pie smile and have fun! IT was there all along, but she was just saving it to make homecoming extra special for you!!!
What a jewel and blessing from God she is!
rachel says
amazing. I love watching her blossom through your pictures. xxoo
Jennifer says
Beautiful!!! She has the most delicate features. Love watching her unfold. ๐
Mary says
Thank you so much for sharing! Such a joy to see her open up and show that beautiful smile!
Kathleen says
The sweetest smile of all, is the smile you have waited so long to see! Can’t wait to hear that Poppy is giggling and squealing with her biggest fans. Hope Mama is feeling better and Zach is still flashing his great smile too!
Laine says
She has that bubblin’ joy! I just might have to get her a Miss Patticake dvd. ๐
Snekcip says
That personality is POPPING out!!!
Donna says
Oh my goodness – she is just the sweetest thing!!!!! It’s so beautiful to see that smile, not just with her mouth, but in her eyes!!!
Sarah VanGrunsven says
She’s so so cute! ๐ Look at that beautiful smile:)!!
Erica says
New follower here. I love seeing pictures of your precious new little girl. Can’t wait to see more!
Lori says
What pure delight to see your little Poppy-cakes come alive. Her expressions are priceless joy!
Dusty says
Love it!
Kristie says
What a sweet little blessing. Love that smile!!!
Jerusha says
She’s GOR-geous! But you already know that.
Hailey says
So precious! I was wondering if she would open up really quickly once you got her back home with all the other kids. So happy to see her happy! Such a pretty smile!
Julie says
She is simply gorgeous!
So happy to see your blossoming!
Sharon Long says
Such a beautiful smile!
jodi says
The small stuff that brings such joy!
Rebekah says
As your last post was titled – Poppy sure is blooming right before your eyes! Such a wonderful miracle to be a witness to!
Blessings!
Ali says
Are you SURE this is the same princess?? Amazing what God can do with lots of love (and other kids). Just amazing.
Shasta says
My goodness, what a difference! She is so beautiful! Precious, just precious.
Mary says
I can’t tell you how much it warms my heart to see that smile!!
tish says
praise God! can;t wait to hear what she thinks of the crew! and how vivi is doing with a new baby in the house
Nicole Chryst says
Wow, seriously … I have been following your journey the whole time and it’s just amazing to see the layers of Poppy unfold like a flower. She is truly blossoming and it’s just miraculous to watch through pictures … I know it’s even more miraculous watching as her mama. Having just been through all of this (though not at all to the extent you have) … wow, seriously wow. She is a stunning little lady, really really beautiful. Oh what a perfect addition she is to your family … it sure is easy to see God working through her. Such a beautiful thing to see. God Bless your family during this time and always ๐
Krissie Murphy says
Can you see my heart smiling from here? Smiles…. SOOOO happy to see this little one blossoming!
Robyn says
Oh Stefanie, that *is* the stuff. Look at that girly! She’s becoming all giggles & smiles. Priceless!
Rebecca says
Oh my word. I just love her and I just want to give her a great big squeeze. Hug her once for all of us. Just sit in a big squishy arm chair and hold her and squeeze her and tell her just how loved she is by everyone, even those of us a thousand miles away who have never met her.
If you are ever in MY neck of the woods, I better get an e-mail.
Ruby says
It is darling to see her playing like any other child.
The Gang's Momma says
I know I (and most likely a ton of your readership is as well) am biased toward the beauty of our Chinese children, but sheesh. Seriously. This girl is gorgeous. Her face is breathtaking – and the smile? OY! I love seeing her bloom and blossom – God is so good.
So good.
Cheri says
Wow, what an amazing transformation! I love her sweet, gentle smile. And her hand…just like my daughter’s, Joy. Congratulations to you and your family.
Nancy says
So who’s in the tub with her, making her laugh? Great shots of a happy girl! Looks like she ENJOYS her siblings! She is a doll.
Vicky says
What a blessing to share in these precious moments of life! I am amazed at the transformation. She is beautiful and it is wonderful to see Poppy smiling and playing! God is so good!
Lisa says
beauty unfolding…like a rose : )
Football & Fried Rice says
She reminds me an awful lot of our Mya! I should show you a picture of her from when she was Poppy’s age! So sweet to see her TEETH!!!! And those eyebrows? Just like my girls! So precious when they are smiling!
Grace says
I’ve been following along on your journey since the beginning. It brings such joy to my heart to see Poppy with a smile on her face. So happy for you and your family.
Kathleen says
It’s wonderful seeing Poppy progress. God is SO good.
Robin says
Thank you so much for sharing. It fills my heart with Joy to see Poppy letting herself live again.
Cindy says
Love watching her sweet personality start to shine! Yay for Poppy!
Wendy says
Thank you for allowing us to share the joy of seeing this precious little girl blossom over the past few weeks. For me, there is nothing more incredible or inspiring than watching our children make these huge developmental strides post-adoption. It’s such a beautiful thing to witness. Hugs to you all!
Virginia says
Beautiful!! It’s almost hard to believe this is the same child!
j-chin says
smile poppy smile,
and me … a big poppy fan now~
With Grateful Hearts says
Oh Stefanie…she is utterly adorable. That dear sweet little face.
Congratulations on her beautiful homecoming!!!
Cherie
Diana says
So amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I think she has the most gorgeous eyes I have ever seen!
I am thrilled to see these great posts since you got home. I am counting down the days already which I hate
to admit.. Bring on the jetlag!!!!
Hugs from Nanjing!
Love,
DIana
Charlotte says
a smile is so beautiful.
Thanks to share
stacey milchman says
Her smile makes me smile. Forget the baby steps now…
she is taking huge steps now that she is home.
So glad for you all.
Teresa says
That little gal just continues to melt my heart. Those pictures are just too sweet! Still praying for all of you. ๐
Jenny says
LOVE IT!!!
Aus says
Morning Stef – I’m thinking you “know” me well enough by now – and at the risk of sounding something like the people I cage for a living – she is absolutly breathtaking!! You have made such great progress with that little doll – she’s just blooming before our eyes….
And yeah – that is the stuff – it’s the payback – it’s the joy!!
Thanks for sharing that with us!
(and no – I haven’t been ignoring folks – just trying to get by my busted up paw…the pain has been limiting!)
hugs – aus and co.
NiHaoYall says
Oh no! So sorry to hear you’re injured… hope you’re back in action soon ๐
Thanks for the love, Aus – we agree, she is absolutely breathtaking!!
ox,
Stefanie
Ellen says
How amazing, she is just stunning. Your posts of Poppy brighten up my day! So glad that every photo captures a smile now. ๐
Annie says
She is too sweet! The change in her expression and demeanor is astounding, especially when you consider that it’s only been a matter of days. Love to see her smiling!
Kristi D. says
Praise the Lord! Look at little Poppy!! The picture of security and true happiness ๐ And those adorable little smiles in yesterday’s post? So.incredibly.precious and dare I say a smitten of sneaky was noted in them too?? Want to hear all “the stuff” whenever you get the chance. Heartwarming for sure!!
Kelly says
Every little ordinary thing becomes extraordinary as you watch your child blossom before you by God’s grace. ๐
TanyaLea says
Most definitely… that IS the stuff!!
God is GOOD!! Isn’t it beautiful how He continues His good work in them and they just BLOSSOM! So beautiful… so, SO beautiful! <3
Hugs,
Tanya
Nancy says
Why is it that the little stuff is so endearing to our hearts. Wow, the Lord sure does speak through the little children.
Just bliss,
Nancy-of the crazy 8
Nicole A. says
She’s home ~ and can feel the love, the comfort, the security. Her face seems truly happy and truly peaceful. It’s almost like a switch was flipped or a light bulb turned on. Sounds like it’s all going to keep going in the right direction. Happy for you all! What a blessing!
All the best,
Nicole A., now in LA
Leanne says
Seriously, could she be any more adorable?!?!
Jill says
She’s making me grin…HUGE! ๐
Stephanie says
AMAZING EYES! So pure and beautiful! WOW, opening up like a flower before your very eyes! I am sooooo enjoying following your journey. It gives me hope and inspiration for my own adoption journey. prayers for you and your angels! ~Stephanie (http://adoption-thecrookedroad.blogspot.com)
Sharon says
So good to see!
TexasBlueEyes says
It’s so nice to see a smile on that baby’s face.
Eva says
Love it!
DITA says
She is exceptionally PERFECT in every single way.
I have a feeling there is much more “in” her that she is getting ready to reveal to you as the months unfold.
Knowing she is nestled there…at home…….among you and your precious brood makes my heart just sing.
Hugs,
Dita
Sarah says
Your family and your photos continue to be a testimony to the Lord’s goodness and His amazing power to not only “set the lonely in families” but to reveal His good good plans for each individual, precious one. Thanks for sharing your beautiful girl’s pics! ๐
jody says
Oh it is so wonderful to see this sweet pie smile and have fun! IT was there all along, but she was just saving it to make homecoming extra special for you!!!
What a jewel and blessing from God she is!
big smiles,
Jody