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Look what I got! It was taken yesterday, and I can’t believe how big he looks! He’s lost that chubby faced roundness of babyhood and he’s lookin’ like a toddler all of a sudden! And after having some concerns about his ability to use his hands, we are so happy to see him playing with a little toy. Even his feet look great, we were expecting him to need more casting that big brother Jude did, but we’ll have to wait and see!
We are SO thrilled to see him looking so good (even if he IS growing up with out us.. argh!) Soon, little one. SOON!! Mama and baba are coming for you ๐Ÿ™‚

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05.31.08 · Uncategorized 36

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  1. Anonymous says

    May 31, 2008 at 3:07 AM

    Stefanie,
    He is SO adorable. I’m so happy that you got this great picture of Shepherd! I know it must make the wait to leave so much harder.
    I can’t wait to see a picture of him in your arms!
    Jenny

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  2. Barbie says

    May 31, 2008 at 3:32 AM

    He is so adorable!!!!!! Oh my goodness, I just want to snuggle him. ๐Ÿ™‚ I hope the next couple of weeks go VERY fast for you!!!

    Reply
  3. Sophie's Mom says

    May 31, 2008 at 3:36 AM

    How precious! So wonderful you got another picture. Soon…. soon….

    Reply
  4. Karen says

    May 31, 2008 at 3:45 AM

    Wow what a cutie. He’s feet look pretty good and he looks great holding the toy. I bet you are one happy momma. I look forward to following your journey.

    Reply
  5. Ashley and Mike says

    May 31, 2008 at 4:10 AM

    Gosh, he really does look like a little man now, doesn’t he? He is so handsome and I can’t wait to hear about the moment you first lay eyes on him!

    Ashley
    http://www.alegacyofhope.blogspot.com

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  6. Cora says

    May 31, 2008 at 4:17 AM

    So sweet, soon he will be in your arms!

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  7. sara says

    May 31, 2008 at 4:42 AM

    Stefanie,

    I can’t wait to see you fatten up those skinny legs! And he looks like he is doing great with that TINY toy in his hands! He is so adorable!

    Reply
  8. Susan says

    May 31, 2008 at 5:02 AM

    Such a happy and content expression. I’ve always heard (old adoption wives tale here ๐Ÿ™‚ that the expressions on the pictures will give you the best clue as to their personality. If there is any merit here, I think you have a mighty sweet little fellow!!

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  9. Jenna says

    May 31, 2008 at 11:21 AM

    Gosh! He really does look big. I cannot WAIT to see that little guy in your arms! He’s a handsome guy!!! What a blessing to get an updated picture!!

    Reply
  10. Andrea says

    May 31, 2008 at 11:59 AM

    What an absolute doll!!!!! I am sure the next two weeks will fly by and he will be with you before you know it!!

    Reply
  11. Scott and Sharon Ankerich says

    May 31, 2008 at 12:20 PM

    What a precious picture of your sweet baby. He looks so healthy and happy. What a comfort to see him I know. I pray the next days seem to pass fast and you are holding him forever!!! Have a great weekend!
    Shay

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  12. kris says

    May 31, 2008 at 1:23 PM

    Oh my gosh he’s grown so much!! So adorable, cannot wait for you guys to bring him home!

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  13. Lynn says

    May 31, 2008 at 2:20 PM

    Oh my goodness look at his sweetness! He is getting big, can’t wait for you to go get him!

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  14. Michelle says

    May 31, 2008 at 4:42 PM

    In just a few days, that cute little guy will be in your arms. I can’t wait to see it!

    Reply
  15. MississippiZen says

    May 31, 2008 at 4:54 PM

    He is just HANDSOME! He is starting to look more like a toddler … that was the one thing that made me a little misty-eyed with Raegan’s last pictures.

    You will be HOLDING him SOOO soon!!! Can’t wait to read about that Day!

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  16. DiJo says

    May 31, 2008 at 7:10 PM

    Stefanie,
    Another blessing on your journey to Shepherd!!!! I am so happy for you! He just keeps getting CUTER!! Soon, you will be the one taking the pictures! I can’t wait!
    Blessings,
    Diana

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  17. Andrea says

    May 31, 2008 at 8:46 PM

    Wow! What a great picture! I know you are pumped about the trip!
    Beautiful boy.

    Andrea

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  18. Mom To Six says

    May 31, 2008 at 11:53 PM

    Oh Stefanie! He looks great, and do I have to say ADORABLE? That’s a gimmie!

    I can’t wait to see you holding him!

    Hugs,

    Ohilda

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  19. Patricia/NYC says

    June 1, 2008 at 1:39 AM

    Oh my goodness…he is such a CUTIE PIE!!! He has grown so much! But it won’t be long now until he knows the wonderful love of you & Chris!!

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  20. Tammy says

    June 1, 2008 at 2:00 AM

    What a cutie! How nice to get an update so quick to your travel. I am sure you can’t wait to hold your beautiful boy!

    Tammy

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  21. Family4Liv says

    June 1, 2008 at 3:24 AM

    Can you beleive that he will be with you in a matter of weeks? ITs astounding how things all come together its just like the miracle of giving birth!

    You are one lucky duck, what is the trick to getting so many photos of your little guy?? I have tried and tried to no avail to get some pics of our little guy.

    It is a little (lot) comforting for a momma in waiting. Really though Shepard looks GOOD!! So glad you get to go soon!

    Cathy

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  22. Wendy says

    June 1, 2008 at 12:20 PM

    Stefanie,

    What a great photo! He is adorable. Enjoy the preparations…you’ll be on that airplane soon!

    Reply
  23. Somewhere In The Sun says

    June 1, 2008 at 12:20 PM

    He’s just as cute as he can be! How wonderful to get the picture. I know the day can’t come soon enough for you to hold him for the first time!

    ~Lynn

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  24. Tish says

    June 1, 2008 at 1:18 PM

    so handsome…and getting so big!!!

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  25. Amie says

    June 1, 2008 at 11:08 PM

    oh my goodness he is looking so BIG!!!!!!! LOoks like he is having no trouble whatsoever with his hands, so check that off your worry list. And those feet are just beautiful!!! He is a doll… I cannot believe that we can actually start crossing off the days until you are holding him in your arms.. and Judes gotcha day of all days.

    Happy June, btw…. WOOHOO!!!!! I have a feeling we will be chatting a ton this month to pass the time more quickly till you leave!!!! Thank you unlimited Long distance plans! Can’t wait!!

    ๐Ÿ™‚
    Amie

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  26. Lost and Found says

    June 1, 2008 at 11:29 PM

    WOW he is getting so big. See you in China!

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  27. Anonymous says

    June 2, 2008 at 12:49 AM

    Is this cutie in YuanLing? Same outfits as the kids there had on last year when we got our Avery. Checked out your blog from a link on someone else’s. Happy Travels, Janet in AL

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  28. Jana says

    June 2, 2008 at 2:57 AM

    Yup, he’s a keeper!! It won’t be long now. I’m doing a little happy dance for you, Stefanie!

    Reply
  29. Colleen says

    June 2, 2008 at 3:00 AM

    Oh my gosh he is adorable!!!! What a cutie pie : ) I am speechless!!! He is just too cute for words!

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  30. Donna says

    June 2, 2008 at 5:21 AM

    Oh Stephanie! He’s so dang adorable! I’m really excited that he’ll be coming home soon!

    Donna

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  31. Janelle says

    June 2, 2008 at 8:33 PM

    WOW – what a big boy! You must feel ever so proud & anxious to squeeze him. Great photo…

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  32. Anonymous says

    June 2, 2008 at 11:58 PM

    OOPS! I meant “Is he from Guangdong City–not YuanLing” Got my kiddos mixed up–and I only have 1/2 as many as you=). I was curious and went back to the origianl post,yep, Guangdong City.
    We were there last Aug. Good luck
    Janet (freakycleanmom@yahoo.com)

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  33. Joe and Jane says

    June 3, 2008 at 12:27 AM

    He looks like he is doing so very well! How wonderful to receive an updated photo so close to travel!

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  34. Leslie says

    June 3, 2008 at 2:49 PM

    He looks great! I bet you can hardly wait to get your hands on him!

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  35. Rebecca says

    June 3, 2008 at 7:41 PM

    Wow, Stef, what a nice surprise!! And he HAS changed!!!! What a handsome boy. He definitely looks less “baby” to me… and growing strong & looking very happy & content!! Gotcha Day can’t come soon enough…

    Love,
    R

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  36. Qiuqiu's parents says

    June 3, 2008 at 10:10 PM

    He looks wonderful, Stefanie!! His hands seem good, and he looks strong and healthy! Not long now, little man, and you’ll have your mama and baba.

    Reply

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