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what I CAN say

How can I be completely exhausted and totally wound up at the same time?

What. A. Day.

We have been to the doctor. We have completed our Letter of Intent.

And now we wait to see what China says.

Sure hope they say yes.

I’m not sure what I am allowed to share before we get PA. So I will tread lightly and be very conservative, lest I ruffle some feathers. Definitely don’t want to do that.

But I think I can share this.

She is adorable.

She is 11 months.

She is missing her fingers on her left hand.

She has almost no hair.

She has the biggest eyes I’ve ever seen.

And she still doesn’t have a name. An American name, that is. She has a lovely Chinese name that we’ll be using as a middle name.

But she does have a family ๐Ÿ™‚

Promise to share pictures as soon as I can. Thank you all for sharing in our joy… our hearts are overflowing!

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09.20.10 · Poppy 70

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  1. Mandie says

    September 20, 2010 at 11:18 PM

    Congrats!

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  2. Virginia says

    September 20, 2010 at 11:22 PM

    She sounds PERFECT! Congratulations and big hugs!

    Gin =)

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  3. Abby says

    September 20, 2010 at 11:22 PM

    Yes! Yes! ๐Ÿ™‚ I've been checking your blog every few minutes since I saw your last post. I can't wait for pictures!!!!!!!!!!!

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  4. Annie says

    September 20, 2010 at 11:24 PM

    Oh Stefanie!!!!! She sounds completely adorable!! I just cannot wait to see her beautiful face! My brother has no fingers on his right hand and does anything he sets his mind to! Congrats!!!!! When do you expect to get PA?

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  5. Beach Mama says

    September 20, 2010 at 11:26 PM

    Congratulations!!!! I cannot wait to see her adorable face and to know what her name is!

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  6. Karen Firstbrook says

    September 20, 2010 at 11:26 PM

    Congrats to you and your new little one!
    I've been hitting "refresh" all day, waiting to hear your news! ๐Ÿ™‚
    So happy for your family . . . but mostly I'm happy for your soon-to-be-daughter!!!

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  7. Jennifer says

    September 20, 2010 at 11:41 PM

    How totally wonderful!!! I cannot wait to take a peek at this little one! Congratulations!!!

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  8. BridgetdSmith says

    September 20, 2010 at 11:43 PM

    SO SO VERY HAPPY !!! For her! For YOU !!! Congrats Mama … X T~E~N !!!

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  9. Launi says

    September 20, 2010 at 11:44 PM

    She sounds perfect to me!

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  10. Bailey says

    September 20, 2010 at 11:48 PM

    I am so excited for you!!! We were matched in January with a 9 month old baby girl who is missing the fingers on her left hand as well! We traveled in July to bring her home, and became a family on July 5. She is the light of our lives. I cannot wait to see your daughter's photos. I have a bunch of photos over on our site if you would like to see hour our little one is coming along. Nothing stops her. Most people don't even realize she is missing fingers. Good luck!

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  11. Sheila says

    September 20, 2010 at 11:51 PM

    congratulations Stefanie!! I am so excited for you and your family (including the new little one:)!!

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  12. clearness says

    September 21, 2010 at 12:01 AM

    I'm totally in love with the name Tabitha Ruth. You can call her Truth as a nickname. T from tabitha and the rest of the name ruth…T+ruth=Truth!!

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  13. Amy says

    September 21, 2010 at 12:01 AM

    I bet she is a doll face. Perfect!!

    You are such an inspiration

    Amy

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  14. Joy says

    September 21, 2010 at 12:02 AM

    It's so great to hear your good news! I am so very happy for you and your sweet family. God is good…all the time:)

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  15. Team Gilbert says

    September 21, 2010 at 12:06 AM

    Yeah!!! She sounds so perfect! We will continue to pray for blessing for your Family. We can't wait to see her picture.

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  16. Adrian Roberta says

    September 21, 2010 at 12:08 AM

    ….and now I can exhale!…..so happy!

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  17. Mom2Four says

    September 21, 2010 at 12:18 AM

    Congrats on #10! Can't wait until she is the star of Sunday Snapshot!

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  18. Freedom Hollow Farmgirl says

    September 21, 2010 at 12:20 AM

    Cannot wait to see your new little princess. Rejoicing with you and Chris.

    Blessings,
    Suzanne

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  19. Emily says

    September 21, 2010 at 12:21 AM

    dude– i got the age right!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ๐Ÿ™‚ enjoy the referral high!!!!!!!!!

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  20. Donna says

    September 21, 2010 at 12:34 AM

    SOOOOOOOOOOOOO HAPPY for you!!!!!!!!!!!

    What a WONDERFUL BLESSING!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  21. Chinamama says

    September 21, 2010 at 12:35 AM

    I am still in shock!!!! Good shock but shock. Whoever that little girl is, she is one lucky little girl. She will be getting an awesome set of parents and some really sweet, silly, and loving siblings. God is truly good!!! Do you think it could happen before Easter? That would be great!!!

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  22. Sharon says

    September 21, 2010 at 12:37 AM

    Happy tears for you, sweet friend! Can not wait to see her sweet little face.

    Big hugs!! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  23. Rita and John says

    September 21, 2010 at 12:39 AM

    Hooray! She sounds absolutely perfect. Your whole family must be doing cartwheels around the house! Can't wait to hear–and see–more!

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  24. Kim says

    September 21, 2010 at 12:39 AM

    Streaming tears of joy!
    Praising Him from Hong Kong,
    Kim

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  25. Debby says

    September 21, 2010 at 12:39 AM

    Congrats….can not wait to see pics of your new little one. I hope I can add a few more suggestions to the name pool. Rachel, Rebecca, Caroline, Faith…. Anyone of those will do nicely…….

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  26. Diana says

    September 21, 2010 at 12:44 AM

    Congratulations. I can not wait to see a picture as she sounds BEAUTIFUL!!! You have a amazing family and she will just make it more amazing:)

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  27. Lost and Found says

    September 21, 2010 at 12:46 AM

    mazel tov! Sending good thoughts your way

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  28. Shanny says

    September 21, 2010 at 12:54 AM

    So very excited for you. Our little princess, adopted from China in April 2010, has amniotic banding syndrome of her right hand. Her hand is very small and she is missing joints in most of her tiny fingers. However, there is nothing this little gal can't do. She continues to amaze us daily. Congratulations, looking forward to following your journey.

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  29. Colin and Jill Canada says

    September 21, 2010 at 1:14 AM

    Oh my goodness!! I can't wait to hear and see more. 11 months, how great is that…that's the age Lilah was when we got referral, but then we had to wait 9 months before we could travel. Boo Hoo. I don't mean to stress you, that was exceptional from what I hear.

    Jill

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  30. Mandi says

    September 21, 2010 at 1:20 AM

    Oh, I am so happy for you and your new daughter. I have been gone all day and could not wait to check in on you. I checked a couple of times from my Iphone but you had not updated yet.

    I cannot wait for an update. Praying you get PA very soon.

    Are you using the same agency you used with Vivi? Just curious.

    Mandi

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  31. KT says

    September 21, 2010 at 1:33 AM

    rejoicing with you! GO GOD!
    My little boy has no fingers as well
    kj

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  32. Kim says

    September 21, 2010 at 1:34 AM

    Praising God for your precious NEW little one! I know the angels in Heaven are praising God as we speak! Another one rescued and placed in loving arms! Praying for you tonight! Kim

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  33. Football and Fried Rice says

    September 21, 2010 at 1:41 AM

    she sounds just like I imagined she would ๐Ÿ˜‰ (only I "imagined" her a few months older!!)

    What matters the most is that a precious baby girl in China, didn't have a family 2 days ago. Now, she does.

    Wow. How can you not stand in awe of that?

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  34. Staci says

    September 21, 2010 at 1:45 AM

    Ahh how exciting!! Congratulations!! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  35. Rebekah says

    September 21, 2010 at 1:49 AM

    How awesome! Hope your PA comes quickly!

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  36. Karin says

    September 21, 2010 at 1:54 AM

    Oh my goodness…how exciting to have a baby in the house soon! ๐Ÿ™‚ I can't wait to see her precious face–which I'm sure is beautiful!! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  37. chavafor4 says

    September 21, 2010 at 2:04 AM

    That is wonderful news!!

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  38. The Gang's Momma! says

    September 21, 2010 at 2:16 AM

    Yay!!! So happy for you – can't wait to hear more as the time goes along. Congratulations.

    She's soooo young. That's awesome – such an opportunity is rare these days. And I'll be she's adorable-sauce for sure.

    ๐Ÿ™‚

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  39. Ellie says

    September 21, 2010 at 2:24 AM

    oh how exciting! 11 months – what a peanut! I'm praying China says YES. I can't wait to see photos.

    I'm sure whatever name you choose IS her name. It will be fun to find out what that is. (love Emmeline, but oh, I've already mentioned that haven't I? ๐Ÿ™‚

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  40. Cindy says

    September 21, 2010 at 2:26 AM

    Oh, she sounds perfectly precious!

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  41. Anita says

    September 21, 2010 at 2:28 AM

    YAY Stef and Chris and family!!! So excited for your new little one! Can't wait to see her pic and hear her sweet name! ๐Ÿ™‚ Ya gotta stop on over to our blog and see our little guy who also has a limb difference and see what God has been up to. AMAZING!

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  42. Kathy says

    September 21, 2010 at 2:33 AM

    Congratulations ! Can't wait to see pictures ! Your agency rocks too.

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  43. Laine says

    September 21, 2010 at 2:37 AM

    Be still my heart!
    I cannot WAIT!

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  44. Global Girl says

    September 21, 2010 at 2:38 AM

    Lovely; congrats to your whole fam!!

    Kate ๐Ÿ™‚

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  45. Stephanie says

    September 21, 2010 at 2:55 AM

    I'm on the Magnolia bandwagon…just sayin…
    Congrats ๐Ÿ™‚

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  46. epin says

    September 21, 2010 at 3:22 AM

    She sounds wonderful. Congratulations.

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  47. Wanda says

    September 21, 2010 at 4:26 AM

    AAhhhhhh……..wonderful, simply wonderful!!!!

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  48. trina says

    September 21, 2010 at 5:20 AM

    She sounds perfect in every way!! {{{hugs}}} So how long does it take to get PA? Want to see her beautiful face. ๐Ÿ™‚
    How about Genevieve and call her Gigi (pronounced gee-gee)? ๐Ÿ™‚ Vivi and Gigi. Emmeline is cute,too!

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  49. Kimberly says

    September 21, 2010 at 5:44 AM

    Sounds like a perfect match! Just love your heart! Congratulations!

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  50. Po says

    September 21, 2010 at 5:51 AM

    I'm so, so, so happy for you. I cannot wait to see her sweet face. And yes, I'm a lurker de-lurking to post this message. Your kids are gorgeous.

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  51. Valerie and Jeff says

    September 21, 2010 at 6:37 AM

    SO sweet to read even just this little bit about her! Congratulations!

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  52. Melanie says

    September 21, 2010 at 8:48 AM

    Aww SO happy to read this! I'm so happy for you, Chris and your family! Can't wait to see her pictures. She's so little =) 11 months!

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  53. milchman says

    September 21, 2010 at 10:26 AM

    Congrats to you all! I cannot wait to hear more news. Best wishes.

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  54. Aus says

    September 21, 2010 at 11:13 AM

    Well let's see here…..

    HOORAH!!

    And maybe a little snoopy dance…..

    And hoping you can get a fast PA so you can show us her pictures!!

    And still kind of thinking "Maggie" is good – regardless of the root name you want to use…..just kinda came to me…..

    And – humor aside – couldn't be happier for you guys and your #10 child – great joy for you here in Cincy!

    hugs – aus and co.

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  55. Mayme says

    September 21, 2010 at 11:22 AM

    Congratulations! We have a beautiful girl that also has missing fingers and toes and she is the most amazing girl! There is very little that she cannot do and constantly blesses us with her abilities. How wonderful for your family!

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  56. Kristi says

    September 21, 2010 at 11:26 AM

    So, so excited to read your news! Can't wait until you can share pictures of your little darling. Wait, scratch that, what I really can't wait for is pictures of her in your arms!
    May your wait pass quickly!

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  57. Natalie says

    September 21, 2010 at 11:27 AM

    Congratulations to all!

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  58. Cheri says

    September 21, 2010 at 12:38 PM

    Congratulations! Our Joy has a left hand issue also, but she manages incredibly well.

    I have to say that I LOVE the name Clementine. My aunt has that name and we call her Clemie. You know, that was Winston Churchill's wife's name?

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  59. Jennifer O'Cain says

    September 21, 2010 at 1:04 PM

    Stefanie and family,

    Congratulations and praying for a quick LOA!
    Can't wait to see her sweet face and follow this journey!This was a great pick me up for me this morning!

    Reply
  60. Wendy says

    September 21, 2010 at 1:17 PM

    Congratulations! She sounds wonderful. I hope things move along quickly so that you can travel before too long. Can't wait to see her beautiful little face and hear what you've decided to name her!!!

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  61. Leigh says

    September 21, 2010 at 1:20 PM

    What about Emsley (a gift from God)? Ainsley (one's own meadow)? Sarah (princess)? I know, no S's.

    I am praying now that the process will be fast and that you may rest in His perfect timing. We saw it with Miss Vivienne. ๐Ÿ™‚ Precious.

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  62. Debra says

    September 21, 2010 at 2:29 PM

    Huge congrats!
    Matilda, Genevieve or Phoebe. Genevieve is my favorite.

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  63. Faith says

    September 21, 2010 at 3:19 PM

    You have SUCH a beautiful blog ๐Ÿ™‚ both in it's design and content. LOVE the buttons on the left you had designed – so pretty!! LOVE your title, as someone in Georgia I totally get it. LOVE that you have opened your hearts so big to have a large family – that is beautiful. ๐Ÿ™‚

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  64. Tracey says

    September 21, 2010 at 3:50 PM

    WOOOHOOO!!! Congrats!

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  65. Jill says

    September 21, 2010 at 5:36 PM

    SOOOOOOOOOO very exciting!!!!

    Reply
  66. Julie says

    September 21, 2010 at 9:04 PM

    Congrats! I'm thinking Charlotte, and you can call her Lottie. ๐Ÿ™‚

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  67. Shirlee McCoy says

    September 21, 2010 at 9:40 PM

    Wonderful, wonderful news! I am so happy for you!

    Reply
  68. 3 Peanuts says

    September 22, 2010 at 4:02 AM

    I know you cannot show her photo but that always helps me with names. I look at the photo and it becomes clear. I could not name Kate until I saw her. And even then I struggled. But she just did not look like the other names we had chosen.

    I have always loved the name Georgia and Ava and Caroline.

    Kim

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  69. Jonni says

    September 22, 2010 at 10:40 PM

    Congrats on your wonderful news Stephanie. We are so happy for you and your newest daughter! ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
  70. Ohilda says

    September 23, 2010 at 3:37 AM

    And she sounds completely and absolutely PERFECT!

    Reply

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