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love

What can I say about this girl?


She’s amazing.


She’s adorable.

Obviously.


And, in case you couldn’t tell from the pictures, she’s pretty stinkin’ smart, too.


She eats.

She sleeps.

She laughs.

She plays.

What’s not to love?


When I was talking to my sister this morning, she asked me what the kids thought of Miss Vivi.

So I asked Sophie, who Vivi had been shadowing all morning….


“Sophie? What do you think of your new little sister?”

Without hesitation Sophie answered, “She’s awesome.”


I couldn’t have said it better myself.

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01.25.10 · Vivienne 57

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  1. Sara says

    January 25, 2010 at 7:10 PM

    I agree… awesome pretty much sums iot up ๐Ÿ™‚ She is absolutely precious! Thanks so muc for sharing your journey to China with us!
    Sara

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  2. Sara says

    January 25, 2010 at 7:12 PM

    Oops! I meant to say awesome pretty much sums "IT" up ๐Ÿ™‚ And Thanks so "MUCH" for sharing- LOL!!! I guess I need to slow down a little on the keyboard!
    sara

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  3. The Ferrill's says

    January 25, 2010 at 7:13 PM

    Oh my….you are SO BLESSED, Stefanie! Thank you Jesus for this little miss thang!

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  4. Cindy M says

    January 25, 2010 at 7:33 PM

    That second-to-last picture just cracks me up! And you are pretty much just amazing. A houseful of kids, jet lag and you're still blogging! I love it! Happy to hear that you're happily home!

    And Vivi is just darling!

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  5. Anonymous says

    January 25, 2010 at 7:36 PM

    She is awesome indeed! Glad you're safe at home with your family. Thanks for letting us follow you on your trip to China.
    Love, Kirsty

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  6. Norah says

    January 25, 2010 at 7:50 PM

    Lucky you to have such a "awesome" child!

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  7. Patricia/NYC says

    January 25, 2010 at 8:35 PM

    Awesome, indeed!!!

    It was so wonderful to follow your journey to Miss Vivi!!

    God is soooooo GREAT!!!!

    (How is Asher feeling?)

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  8. Dardi says

    January 25, 2010 at 8:37 PM

    She is just so sweet…she looks quite happy, too!

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  9. Shanti says

    January 25, 2010 at 8:40 PM

    so sweet! love her little outfit and smile. =)

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  10. Jennifer says

    January 25, 2010 at 8:40 PM

    These pictures just make me smile. I mean with a smile like her's who could resist?!?! She seems like such a perfect fit for your family. She is just beautiful! So happy for your family!

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  11. Amber Dawn Liebau says

    January 25, 2010 at 8:46 PM

    I have been reading your blog everyday- she just gets happier everytime! YOU ALL are awesome!!!!

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  12. Cynthia says

    January 25, 2010 at 9:10 PM

    She IS awesome! How stinkin cute!!

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  13. Sarah says

    January 25, 2010 at 9:12 PM

    Awesome Vivi is finally home with her AWESOME family. And you can tell how smart she is from every picture.

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  14. Heather Thompson says

    January 25, 2010 at 9:14 PM

    I have to agree, she's totally awesome!!! Glad you all are home and recovering;)

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  15. Preppy Pink Crocodile says

    January 25, 2010 at 9:14 PM

    I just found your blog and am loving reading about your journey. Vivi is an absolute love bug!

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  16. Judi says

    January 25, 2010 at 9:20 PM

    She IS totally adorable!

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  17. Anonymous says

    January 25, 2010 at 9:28 PM

    Sweet Sophie! ๐Ÿ˜‰ Awesome Vivi!

    I have a Sophie too (and she's JUST Sophie like your Sophie) and I swear God makes Sophies sweet! May they live up to the meaning of their names!

    Rest, Mama! You're sure doing good! Leigh

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  18. Tish says

    January 25, 2010 at 9:48 PM

    so AWESOME!!!! i am excited for you all and i can;t wait to hear stories of how she fits in! hope asher is feeling better!

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  19. Wendy says

    January 25, 2010 at 10:05 PM

    I could eat her up…she is so darn cute….just like ALL of your others. You could tell she was going to fit right in! Congratulations on being home and all together at last. It must be incredible!

    Some day you're going to have to tell me how on earth you keep up with it all. We only have 5…4 at home and we seem to be behind on EVERYTHING! What's your secret (and I bet your answer would be very funny…but I mean it….I don't know how you do it…but would love to hear more about it. I still remember the old bus story…hearing how you got the kids up and ready in the morning…that was toooo funny!).

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  20. Shanna says

    January 25, 2010 at 10:08 PM

    You are blessed.

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  21. Beach Mama says

    January 25, 2010 at 10:15 PM

    I think she is pretty awesome too! I have thoroughly enjoyed following your travels. Get some sleep!

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  22. Nicole A. says

    January 25, 2010 at 10:29 PM

    (Thanks for posting pix when you must be so tired, super-mom!)

    Vivi is so precious! Glad she is settling in well; she looks perfectly at home already!

    All the best,
    Nicole A. in OH

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  23. Donna says

    January 25, 2010 at 10:31 PM

    Absolutely awesome!! So glad to see her home – hope you are catching up on your sleep!!! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  24. Wanda says

    January 25, 2010 at 10:32 PM

    Yes, she's pretty awesome. We can tell that too!
    ๐Ÿ™‚

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  25. Donna says

    January 25, 2010 at 10:35 PM

    Awww… it's easy to see the love you have for Miss Vivi. What a sweetie! And I just love the outfit she's wearing! The colors are so yummy and soft and warm!

    Belated welcome home wishes to you!

    Donna
    Our Blog: Double Happiness!

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  26. TanyaLea says

    January 25, 2010 at 10:40 PM

    Yep…I think that Sophie summed it up well! She's pretty darned awesome if I do say so myself!! ๐Ÿ˜‰

    You are so blessed, and I love that her little shirt says "LOVE" to match yout post title. You're so clever!!

    We got our LOA today!! So we're one step closer to our precious Khloe, too! Oh happy day! ๐Ÿ™‚

    Hugs,
    Tanya

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  27. Colin and Jill Canada says

    January 25, 2010 at 10:40 PM

    I tell you what, she makes me want to go back to China already!

    That's how stinkin cute she is!

    Loved your journey in China, sorry I didn't comment as much as I wanted to.

    Enjoy her.
    Jill

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  28. Shay Ankerich says

    January 25, 2010 at 11:04 PM

    What a precious doll!
    Just wanted to say we will be finding our sweet ShayleeJoy through SN and I am so excited!!!
    Loved watching your journey to China and back!
    Blessings,
    Shay

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  29. Ellie says

    January 25, 2010 at 11:30 PM

    She is adorable too! What a joy!

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  30. Felicia says

    January 25, 2010 at 11:48 PM

    Oh, she is an absolute doll! And yes, I think nauseation is a word ๐Ÿ˜‰

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  31. 3 Peanuts says

    January 26, 2010 at 12:11 AM

    You can just tell that she is a little love. You can also tell that she is smart. She really has stolen my heart…..

    I am glad that you all are easy into life at home with everyone. Someday you do need to share your secrets with us for how you do it all.

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  32. 3 Peanuts says

    January 26, 2010 at 12:13 AM

    Oops I meant "easing into"life at home.

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  33. Courtney says

    January 26, 2010 at 12:15 AM

    She is so cute. I love her sweet smile!

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  34. Sally- That Girl! says

    January 26, 2010 at 12:16 AM

    Awesome she is sitting on the counter in her forever home!!!!

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  35. Natalie says

    January 26, 2010 at 12:17 AM

    I can tell from the pictures that the girls got it all! What a blessing.

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  36. chavafor4 says

    January 26, 2010 at 12:29 AM

    She is beautiful! Congratulations. Jenne iN Or

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  37. Lost and Found says

    January 26, 2010 at 1:08 AM

    She fits right in.

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  38. Sophie Neri says

    January 26, 2010 at 1:47 AM

    She truly is a blessing, and that smile just melts you!!

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  39. DiJo says

    January 26, 2010 at 2:01 AM

    She is soooooo Cute!!!!! It sounds like re-entry is going well!! I just sent you an email!

    Hugs,
    Diana

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  40. Tropicfire2 says

    January 26, 2010 at 2:09 AM

    Followed your travels the entire way. Waited for your posts. Hung on every video of beautiful Vivi. Was glad that (overall) everything went so well.

    Welcome Home Sweet Vivi!

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  41. Chinamama says

    January 26, 2010 at 2:21 AM

    I can't get over how cute Vivi is!!! I need to see her with everyone!

    God Bless!

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  42. Kim says

    January 26, 2010 at 2:26 AM

    We thinking she is awesome too! So grateful you are "sharing" her with us!

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  43. Mandi says

    January 26, 2010 at 2:45 AM

    Awesome she is! One more of God's little miracles untied with her family. She is absolutely adorable and I cannot wait to see her blossom with the rest of your family.

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  44. Kim says

    January 26, 2010 at 3:17 AM

    Stefanie,
    I am amazed! You don't miss a beat, do you ๐Ÿ™‚ Please do share your secrets sometime on how you do it ALL! Vivi seems like just the sweetest little thing! And absolutely adorable! Welcome home! I am so happy for you!

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  45. Mei Mei s and Mayhem says

    January 26, 2010 at 3:58 AM

    Seriously can she get any more cute? That outfit is just lovely on her.

    So glad to hear the kids think she is AWESOME!! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  46. sweet momma luv u says

    January 26, 2010 at 4:09 AM

    She is so stinkin cute!!! I am so excited for you that she is so easy and fits right in to your family. God is so good. Her outfit is adorable…. Love it.

    We have about 5 weeks to go until we travel to Jon Jon and secret tips for a good trip and must haves for a toddler? Would love to hear from you.

    Blessings,
    Jody

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  47. Kim Phillips says

    January 26, 2010 at 4:45 AM

    She takes my breath away!!! So beautiful! I love her personality, it so shines through the pictures. Such a happy go lucky little gal.

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  48. Jessica says

    January 26, 2010 at 7:08 AM

    I can't remember how I found your blog, but it was perfect timing when I did. We are in the paperwork process for our 2nd child from China, but we will have 5 children in all. The daughter we adopted 2 years ago has totally rocked our world with joy beyond our imagination. My husband and I keep talking about how inspiring you and your husband are. I get excited to read every post. Thanks for sharing your beautiful daughter.

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  49. Kris says

    January 26, 2010 at 11:37 AM

    that just IS awesome. welcome home :O)

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  50. Jill says

    January 26, 2010 at 12:14 PM

    I am in AWE!! She is beautiful and I just SHARE in your joy at having her home!!!

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  51. Rachel says

    January 26, 2010 at 1:12 PM

    Vivi is absolutely precious…and awesome too! Thanks for sharing your life with us!

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  52. Karin says

    January 26, 2010 at 3:53 PM

    She is so darling! So happy for y'all! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  53. a Tonggu Momma says

    January 26, 2010 at 4:06 PM

    There is no charge for awesomeness… or attractiveness.

    (Sorry. Couldn't resist. Favorite line from Kung Fu, Panda.)

    Glad to see Vivi is so awesome! But then, we already knew she would be.

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  54. Football & Fried Rice says

    January 26, 2010 at 9:15 PM

    Oh, she IS awesome! Sophie is so wise!! Looks like Miss Vivi has already taken claim to her throne (or as some people call it – the kitchen counter)..

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  55. Annie says

    January 27, 2010 at 2:35 AM

    Couldn't agree more!! She IS awesome!!!!

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  56. Dita says

    January 27, 2010 at 4:12 PM

    OH, there is not question I am falling in love right here watching her enjoy her new family.

    This child has a gift, you know…she can wrap people around her little finger with just one look!

    ๐Ÿ™‚
    Hugs,
    Dita

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  57. cat says

    January 27, 2010 at 11:23 PM

    I love that you've shared this part of your lives with us! I've enjoyed every post about the journey to your family of 11 now!!! She is way too stinkin cute for words ๐Ÿ™‚

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