Yesterday was our consulate appointment.
Before we could do that, we had to run upstairs to revisit the medical doctors who had seen Clementine on Saturday.
Thankfully we got the all clear and we were given her medical paperwork to submit with our visa paperwork.
One hand-raising oath, some passport checking and a few fingerprints later, and we were done.
Momentous. Exciting.
But no cameras allowed. Wah.
Our tour option for the day was the Guangzhou zoo and the Pearl River cruise. But decided to opt out – to keep Clementine’s outings to a minimum.
Turned out to be a really good call. After feeding Clementine a bottle and some rice cereal, she napped. And napped.
3 1/2 hours.
She woke up in such a good mood.
We decided to go over to Shamian Island for a quick stroll.
To see the sights.
Buy a souvenir or two.
And grab an ice cream cone, of course.
We even got to see the beautiful Pearl River by night.
We might have visited Lucy’s for a basket of the yummiest fries ever, too. No picture necessary.
Today we will return to Shamian Island for pictures of Clementine in her silks.
Sty tuned. It should be fun.
Kelleyn says
Almost home!
christiecestonewilson says
Oh my – such a wonderful day – I am beyond thrilled for you all – and that nap! Way to go Clementine
Sarah says
Wow, it looks like Clementine is a daddy’s girl already! So sweet! Glad to hear things are going well over there!
Sue Belcher Lucas says
Yes indeed Daddys girl ! So blessed all the way around ! God is so awesome ! A very beautiful family !
tg says
these pics are so precious!!!
diana says
Stef, you are doing an amazing job of capturing your journey to Clementine. Your photos are gorgeous!!! What a precious soul she is. So thankful that she has been released to come home. What a joyous Thanksgiving it will be! Hugs from MN! Love, Diana
Marla Sgarbossa says
Gorgeous pictures! Love seeing your sweet Clementine with daddy. And as for the bride & groom, they couldn’t have done a better job posing for you if you had asked them!
Nancy says
Gorgeous pictures – she is SUCH a little doll!!! And it does indeed look like she has the wrap on Daddy 🙂
Margo Young-Gardey says
It is so amazing to see the transformation happening to this little angel….such a beautiful smile and so much more at peace. God Bless you all.