We asked over 2 weeks ago for an update and still hadn't heard. I was beginning to think maybe we would be one of those families that would just have to wait until we got to China.
But, we got an update, with most of my questions answered, although I still don't know his weight and height. And we got two new photos. I still can't post them until we get our approval, which hopefully is only a few weeks away. He is still precious, but looking more like a toddler and NOT a baby.. Sniff, sniff, he is growing fast like all little ones do. Your prayers for our patience, especially mine would be appreciated. We still have a good 4 months to wait to meet him.
Here are the questions and answers.
1. What does he like to eat?
He likes to eat rice in fish soup, rice in egg soup.
2. Is he still on the bottle?
He is still drinking milk with a bottle. He can drink water in a bowel.
( I was really hoping this was still the case, remember "bonding". Not sure what "bowel" means, but maybe "cup".)
3.Is he walking?
Yes, he can walk freely.
4. Can he talk?
He can say 1-2 words phrases. Like when he sees the water is boiling, he would say "Kai le, Kai le" (meaning it is boiling, it is boiling)
5. Is he still in a foster family and how long will he remain there?
He lives in the foster home and he will stay in the foster home until Gotcha Day.
(Again, another answer to prayer. While our first days with him will be hard, it will still be best for him developmentally and for our attachment with him.)
6. Is his palate repaired?
His lip has already been repaired.
7. Where does he sleep?
He sleeps in the small bed next to the foster mother's bed by his own.
(So glad for this, but again hard those first few nights.)
8. How is his health?
He is healthy. No illness.
9. What is his personality like?
His personality is very calm, sincerity, and bonded with the foster family. After he had his cleft lip repair surgery. His first response was to look for his family. When he saw the foster father, he showed peaceful and relieved expression. He likes outdoor activities and new toys.
10. We requested that if his palate had not been repaired that we would prefer them to wait if the opportunity arose. That way he would have it done with us, to keep the continuity of his care and help us bond with him.
His lip has been repaired. His palate has not been done. It can be done after he is home to the adoptive family.
3 comments:
Well, I imagine this is an interesting way for you to learn about your son. ;) Pretty different than what you learned when you first met your other children. It is unique and special. Good to meet your sweet baby boy through your blog for me. Thanks for sharing your journey.
So glad you got an update and some answers. Just a small amount of information can be so encouraging! So wonderful to hear that he's attaching so well to his foster family. Like you said, it will make for a hard transition, but it is great that he has experience with bonding. So thankful that he seems to be well taken care of. :)Continuing to pray for you guys!
Praise the Lord for a blessed update with photos! Praying that you get an LOA soon. I noticed this week that lots of families that were LOI before LID were getting theirs with dates only a month out from you. God is good and His timing will be perfect for your family!
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