Annalise is doing better but it was not an easy day for either of us I am exhausted and she is finally asleep. She is very attached to her nanny and has never been out of the SWC. It was hard for her to let go and come to me. The grieving process has already begun so I can only hope she will come around soon. Back at the hotel she was beginning to feel a bit better and began to play with a few toys. Thank goodness for the toy baby bottle it is her favorite. I will fill you in more when I’ve has some rest but enjoy the picture she is just beautiful and quite a smart little girl.
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Annalise is beautiful...
Day by Day is the way to go..
She will be fine..
Hugs to you both...
Get some rest...
Congratulations! I am So happy for you and beautiful Annalise. Your blog has/will be so valuable to me since our Lian Qing will be 5 by the time we get to her and from the same center. One day at a time your bond will grow into something beautiful. You both are in my prayers. Lori Grimm
GOTCHA!!!!!!!!!!
WHAT A BEAUTIFUL GIRL. I LOVE HER SO MUCH.
JACQUELINE
Just like any two people who meet for the first time...there's always that initial period of getting to know you. Annalise is lucky though because her Mama wears her heart on her sleeve, pure honesty and authenticity and she will learn to trust in that as well as your faith and love for her very soon. Rest when she rests and don't forget to move your belly button (BREATHE)! Also, Thanks for this wonderful blog and letting us all be a part of this journey with you. I dreamt of beautiful Chinese babies all night long!
I love you both!
Mish
Mish
oh my goodness, she is SO precious!! I know this is hard, but I am thrilled for this new beginning for both of you. Thank you for posting even though you are exhausted. What a darling little girl. I will be praying for her today.
This is absolutely, one of the most beautiful moments I have ever seen! Congratulations!
You both look great!! What a sweet girl. You will get through the next couple a days...you are one smart and prepared mom!
Happy and safe travels!
YOU GOT YOUR GIRL!!!!
I'm sittin here crying. Oh, Paulette she is beautiful. I'm so happy for you, words cannot explain. This is the day the Lord has made. Praise Him.
Congrats!! She is beautiful and she will come around. Be patient with yourself and her and you guys will be just fine!!
sweet littlr baby girl.....we will pray for a smooth transition but I have a feeling it will go well.
Woohoo! Welcome to the family Annalise. You have the best mommy in the whole world. She will shower you with love and kisses. You are one lucky little girl. Enjoy this new time. You will settle right in and enjoy your new life. Can't wait to meet you!
Linda and David
Congratulations! She is just precious. The Lord is so good and faithful.
Well there she is We are so Excited Mysister Susan cannot believe the wonderful Blog Address you have it will make an incredible Bound Book for AnnaLise we want to make sure you include us in your Hugs and Kisses and this now in England Wainfleet Saint Marys Churches with Prayers and kisses for all Love Great Auntie Ruth and Auntie Susan in England God Bless
She's soooo lovely! I had to choke back tears so I could focus on the photos without blurry vision.
I think the Shenzhen SWI loves their babies very much. My Gwenny was absolutely distraught for the first few hours but quickly came to appreciate all the 1 on 1 attention she was getting. I bet Annalise will too.
It's better for her to have this reaction than to have none at all. In a short time, she'll be totally devoted to you and just as uncomfortable around other people she doesn't know. This is how babies are supposed to act. Annalise is absolutely normal -- perfect actually!
Thanks for sharing your journey with me!
Donna
Fellow Shenzhen Mommy
Our blog: Double Happiness!
Well Marv wants to get his two cents in
Congratulations Annalise you have a Lovely Ski Mommy
Marv
Congratulations, New Mommy!
I hope everything goes well, and that Annalise grows more and more comfortable with her new family each day. You will remain in my prayers.
:-)
Annalise the USA is Hoding their Breath till you get off the plane here in the Good Ole USA
Auntir RUTH
SEE I CANNOT SPELL ANYMORE WE ARE SO EXCITED LOVE
GREAT AUNT RUTH
THE WORLD IS WAITING HERE FOR YOU ANNALISE TODAY IS THE BIG DAY SEE YA SOON WE SENT PICS TO ENGLAND AND ALL OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU xxxXxxxx
Congratulations mama Paulette!!
You make a beautiful family!!
Isla send lots of kisses & hugs for you & Annalise! Can't wait to all play together. Enjoy Guangzhou and this time when you can focus only on your family!
Congratulations. Your daughter looks cute. Enjoy touring China with her !
I'm so excited for you, I have to live vicariously through you until we get our TA. She is so cute and such a beautiful outfit they sent her 'home' in! I think everyone else said it all. She will get so used to you that everyone else will become the stranger. Good luck!!
-Heather
Congratulations!
Oh Paulette! congratulations! You enjoy all your firsts and every moment ahead.
Congrats!! Words cannot describe the love I am feeling for you all right now. I had the pleasure of seeing my beautiful neice over the webcam early this morning. Although she looked exhausted she was resting very comfortably in mommy's arms. The hardest part for her is over and before you know it the two of you will be in sync with one another. This has been such an AMAZING journey for all of us. I am so blessed to have you as my sister and can't wait to shower Annalise Jingchu will my love and affection. Will thank you for being a solid rock for my sister.Keep us posted, I know you will.
Love, Proud Auntie Chris
Hi Paulette: Annalise is just beautiful. I have been thinking about you for many days now. I love your blog and felt like I was on a trip to China. CONGRATULATIONS AND LOVE, SHARON JIMENEZ
Paulette and Annalise,
Congratulations to you both! I cannot even fathom the emotions that you are both going through. I am so proud of you Paulette. You life together will be (is) wonderful, joyous, full.
Much love,
Robin B
YES, I TOO BURST INTO TEARS THIS MORNING, BUT, THEY WERE QUICKLY REPLACED BY LAUGHTER!
I HAD MY CREW OF GIRLS (X3) AT 9:02AM SIT DOWN, READ AND VIEW YOUR BLOG!
YOUR PRECIOUS ANNALISE, LOOKING SHY AND SWEET. YOUR A MOMMY NOW PAULETTE! YEA, HURRAY, THROW UP YOUR ARMS AND LAUGH, ITS THAT KIND-OF-DAY!
I NOTICED THE LOVELY DRESS AND PINK SHOES ANNALISE WAS WEARING I IMAGINE YOU WERE SURPRISED! WHAT A LOVELY KEEPSAKE.
I LOVED YOUR CHOICE OF (FIRST) PRESENTATION PICTURE... IT WAS LIKE SHE WAS WALKING THROUGH A THREASHOLD OF CHANGE. LEAVING HER OLD LIFE INTO HER NEW ONE. IN THAT PICTURE(ONLY)ANNALISE LOOKED SO ALL ALONE, IT WAS SAD IN A WAY. BUT, I KNEW SHE WAS SEEKING OUT HER NEW LIFE, HER MOMMY....
THAT WAS A BEAUTIFUL PICTURE! WAY TO GO (WILL?) PAULETTE!
I AM THE ONLY ONE IN THE ENTIRE UNIVERSE THAT IS HAVING TROUBLE INSTALLING SKYPE AND FINDING SOMEONE TO SPEAK & SEE!!! GOOD GRIEF, THIS IS RIDICULES. I AM SO ANXIOUS TO SEE YOU BOTH ON TV!!!! ITS SORT-TA LIKE TV!
I AM TRYING TO FIND YOU!
LOVE JAX
I'm tearing up and we haven't met. Annalise is so beautiful, and it is wonderful to see pictures of you together. This first part is so incredibly hard, but it will pass. Stay healthy and strong- and when she finally sleeps, dash for the shower!
Oh, my goodness! She is SO beautiful! Like the others have said, it'll happen. Give her time. Uh, she's just SO sweet!
Oh Paulette.. she is absolutely beautiful! I'm so glad you finally have her in your arms. I hope today was a much better day for you. It's amazing how quickly they come around. Still praying for all of you.
Congrats!! She's beautiful!
Congratulations! She is beautiful! Just beautiful ...
Hi Paulette! Your site disappeared from bloglines (???) so I'm now going back and getting caught up and saved you again. I haven't read all the posts forward from this one but can tell from photos she has really come around! And man is she CUTE!!! Back to reading. Congratulations!
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