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 ๐
Promise to share pictures as soon as I can. Thank you all for sharing in our joy… our hearts are overflowing!
Mandie says
Congrats!
Virginia says
She sounds PERFECT! Congratulations and big hugs!
Gin =)
Abby says
Yes! Yes! ๐ I've been checking your blog every few minutes since I saw your last post. I can't wait for pictures!!!!!!!!!!!
Annie says
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?
Beach Mama says
Congratulations!!!! I cannot wait to see her adorable face and to know what her name is!
Karen Firstbrook says
Congrats to you and your new little one!
I've been hitting "refresh" all day, waiting to hear your news! ๐
So happy for your family . . . but mostly I'm happy for your soon-to-be-daughter!!!
Jennifer says
How totally wonderful!!! I cannot wait to take a peek at this little one! Congratulations!!!
BridgetdSmith says
SO SO VERY HAPPY !!! For her! For YOU !!! Congrats Mama … X T~E~N !!!
Launi says
She sounds perfect to me!
Bailey says
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!
Sheila says
congratulations Stefanie!! I am so excited for you and your family (including the new little one:)!!
clearness says
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!!
Amy says
I bet she is a doll face. Perfect!!
You are such an inspiration
Amy
Joy says
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:)
Team Gilbert says
Yeah!!! She sounds so perfect! We will continue to pray for blessing for your Family. We can't wait to see her picture.
Adrian Roberta says
….and now I can exhale!…..so happy!
Mom2Four says
Congrats on #10! Can't wait until she is the star of Sunday Snapshot!
Freedom Hollow Farmgirl says
Cannot wait to see your new little princess. Rejoicing with you and Chris.
Blessings,
Suzanne
Emily says
dude– i got the age right!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ๐ enjoy the referral high!!!!!!!!!
Donna says
SOOOOOOOOOOOOO HAPPY for you!!!!!!!!!!!
What a WONDERFUL BLESSING!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Chinamama says
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!!!
Sharon says
Happy tears for you, sweet friend! Can not wait to see her sweet little face.
Big hugs!! ๐
Rita and John says
Hooray! She sounds absolutely perfect. Your whole family must be doing cartwheels around the house! Can't wait to hear–and see–more!
Kim says
Streaming tears of joy!
Praising Him from Hong Kong,
Kim
Debby says
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…….
Diana says
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:)
Lost and Found says
mazel tov! Sending good thoughts your way
Shanny says
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.
Colin and Jill Canada says
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
Mandi says
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
KT says
rejoicing with you! GO GOD!
My little boy has no fingers as well
kj
Kim says
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
Football and Fried Rice says
she sounds just like I imagined she would ๐ (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?
Staci says
Ahh how exciting!! Congratulations!! ๐
Rebekah says
How awesome! Hope your PA comes quickly!
Karin says
Oh my goodness…how exciting to have a baby in the house soon! ๐ I can't wait to see her precious face–which I'm sure is beautiful!! ๐
chavafor4 says
That is wonderful news!!
The Gang's Momma! says
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.
๐
Ellie says
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? ๐
Cindy says
Oh, she sounds perfectly precious!
Anita says
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! ๐ 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!
Kathy says
Congratulations ! Can't wait to see pictures ! Your agency rocks too.
Laine says
Be still my heart!
I cannot WAIT!
Global Girl says
Lovely; congrats to your whole fam!!
Kate ๐
Stephanie says
I'm on the Magnolia bandwagon…just sayin…
Congrats ๐
epin says
She sounds wonderful. Congratulations.
Wanda says
AAhhhhhh……..wonderful, simply wonderful!!!!
trina says
She sounds perfect in every way!! {{{hugs}}} So how long does it take to get PA? Want to see her beautiful face. ๐
How about Genevieve and call her Gigi (pronounced gee-gee)? ๐ Vivi and Gigi. Emmeline is cute,too!
Kimberly says
Sounds like a perfect match! Just love your heart! Congratulations!
Po says
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.
Valerie and Jeff says
SO sweet to read even just this little bit about her! Congratulations!
Melanie says
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!
milchman says
Congrats to you all! I cannot wait to hear more news. Best wishes.
Aus says
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.
Mayme says
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!
Kristi says
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!
Natalie says
Congratulations to all!
Cheri says
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?
Jennifer O'Cain says
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!
Wendy says
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!!!
Leigh says
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. ๐ Precious.
Debra says
Huge congrats!
Matilda, Genevieve or Phoebe. Genevieve is my favorite.
Faith says
You have SUCH a beautiful blog ๐ 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. ๐
Tracey says
WOOOHOOO!!! Congrats!
Jill says
SOOOOOOOOOO very exciting!!!!
Julie says
Congrats! I'm thinking Charlotte, and you can call her Lottie. ๐
Shirlee McCoy says
Wonderful, wonderful news! I am so happy for you!
3 Peanuts says
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
Jonni says
Congrats on your wonderful news Stephanie. We are so happy for you and your newest daughter! ๐
Ohilda says
And she sounds completely and absolutely PERFECT!