Wednesday, January 19, 2011

1-19-2011

I will post a few pictures today since I didn’t yesterday. We went back to Lucy’s the night before last and the girls were tired.
Yesterday was a free day and we just walked, talked and spent money. You know that is my favorite thing to do. We bought the girls some great gifts that they will treasure forever.  

We went to the US Consulate today. There were some families that went yesterday and thought that it was just a formality to take the oath, but it was more than that for me. The United States was built on a man’s word. You shook someone’s hand and promised that you would do what you said. Today, Georgia and I raised our right hand and promised in front of a US Consulate that we would take Presley as our own child and give her the best life that we could afford to give her, and we promise to always be those parents. I thought about when I say the “Pledge of Allegiance”. Those words mean more to me than I could ever express to anyone I talk to. This child is mine, I will give everything in my soul to make sure she has a good life and I hope that she will be better off than me. I would give everything I have for my two girls. My family means more to me than anything I can imagine.   



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6 comments:

  1. James GoudelockJanuary 19, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    The pictures are precious. I see that Presley can do the splits in her sleep. She and Kendall are so precious. I can hardly wait until Sunday. Love you all. Mama

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  2. Lisa W.January 19, 2011 at 12:56 PM

    My mom (Pat Reeder) turned me on to your blog and I have been following you in China. I had heard about Kendall since before she was here and regularly since. Your family's journey is just too precious for words and the girls are absolutely adorable!

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  3. Kay CobbJanuary 19, 2011 at 4:08 PM

    Hey my heroes... I thought I was going to make it through this experience of yours without crying this time. NO WAY!! Your posting today was the most beautiful expression of love I've ever read. My heart is full with hope and love for all of you. The pictures are precious. Presley sleeps how Seth used to -- it was dangerous to share a bed with him. Waiting anxiously to see all of you home. Love Aunt Kay and Uncle Ty

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  4. KellyJanuary 20, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    Hey, friends! This blog is amazing! The pictures and stories burst forth with such love! The sister bond between Kendall and Presley is so sweet. What a gift from God your family has been given. And it's so special to see how your love and joy spills over to bless all around you. We are SO ready for 4:55 pm Sunday!

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  5. VirginiaJanuary 20, 2011 at 10:42 PM

    She is ADORABLE and it looks like she's doing so well! Blessings you to and your family.

    Virginia =)

    (fellow Ji An Mama)

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  6. RitaJanuary 21, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    I didn't get to enjoy your 1st blog with sweet Kendall but this has been a true blessing! It is so precious to see how Presley has fallen in love with her family. Thank you for allowing us to be there with you on this journey. Safe travels coming home!

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