Wednesday, November 7, 2007
Like Mother .... Like Daughter
Just like her mama, Miss Maggie loves the chocolate and her Barbie princess cell phone ... We have been indulging in quite a few Oreo cookies and every time I get the bag out she just lights up (funny I do the same thing) ... and besides the Dora backpack her Barbie princess cell phone that lights up when she pushes the buttons is a huge success ... I just hope the batteries don't die before we get home !!!
I just had to post (when I should be sleeping), but Kristie and I have been reading my Jesus Calling book each day and today was PERFECT !!!! "Learn to appreciate difficult days ...As your journey through rough terrain with Me, gain confidence from your knowledge that together we can handle anything." Need I say more !!!!
Keep those comments and email prayers coming ... It is like water to my soul. I may be physically and mentally drained, but spiritually I feel full, solid, and refreshed... I can't tell you what it means to me ... I have Web Cam with Scott and Kids several times and Maggie just loves seeing them ... She has said DaDa now and is also saying her name some .... Of course "Uh Oh" was learned quickly as she drops something and waits for me to get it ....
She is a dream !!! Her sweet laugh is the most precious sound !!! I love you all!!!
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Can't go wrong with chocolate and a Barbie princess cell phone!!! :)
That is a good thing to be just like MOMMY...
MOMMY is very special..
All the hugs to you and Maggie..
She is adorable..
Can see the look in her eyes... she is getting the love she needs and wants...
Kim
Find peace in knowing that we can seeing your love transform her before our eyes. Thank you Lord for that transformation. Love you both!
So happy she is starting to know who her family is! Of course she loves the phone, she IS a princess afterall!! I have an Oreo lovin girl over here so I have seen that chocolate face before and I love it!!
Looks like Maggie is doing very well! She is so precious.
Those pictures bring tears to my eyes...it was so fun to see you and maggie on the webcam today! As soon as I heard that you and maggie were on the webcam I literally pushed everyone out of the way so I could get to the front and see you two! I started to tear up when I had to leave...I wanted so badly to jump into that computer screen and hug and kiss the both of you...can't wait til you and maggie come home!
Love you lots!
anna
So glad to hear you feel strong in your spirit.
Your love is going to work wonders.
Big hugs and prayers your way...
Connie
Just wait until she has her first ice cream. I can hardly wait to meet her. Just a few more days.
I love how renewing the feeling is, when you read just the right verse for that moment. God is so reassuring, and faithful. Her smile is precious. Can't wait to see your whole family together. Praying for you.
I LOVE following your blog! I am thrilled to see the grace of God revealed in your story. Glad to hear Maggie is doing well and God is strengthening you each day. Can't wait to see you safely HOME!
You two are so beautiful... You both look radient. Thank you so much for sharing this special time with us. It feels like we are there with you.
I love that you know Jesus is with you and Maggie each step of the way. I love that He has answered our prayers... you and Maggie are together and He has prepared her heart for her family... She is blossoming with each moment. Like a delicate rose opening it's petals. I love that she is able to meet her Daddy and brothers and sister even if they are across the sea and she knows they are hers.
I love that your spirit, your heart and your faith is a reflection of Jesus for those of us who know Him and for those of us that don't.
"Weeping may endure for a night, but JOY cometh in the morning."
GOOD MORNING sweet Maggie... no more tears baby.
You are in my prayers.
Love,
Daleea
I am SOOO Happy for you. I am glad her Mama is finally there to protect her and teach her that there is good around her.
Keep the posts coming.
She's like a little butterfly...or a Chinese Cinderella! Love it!!
wow...it's amazing to see the work that God has already done thru you and maggie. i was sitting in class today trying to even understand that a little bit. The fact that while i was at school you were a million miles away holding your little girl...i can't comprehend that. it brought tears of hapiness to my eyes. as well, as yesterday when i first saw the picture of "gotcha moment" its amazing that you have your little girl that we've talked about and prayed for sooooo many times before. i can't wait to see you and to meet maggie. what a blessing it will be. you guys are in our prayers over here at my house. God is so good.
anna bliss
i'm so happy that i think i could do cartwheels and summersaults--but i'm not even coordinated enough to do those!!!
I knew she would blossom as soon as she was in your arms.
God is good! ;)
God Is Great!!!!
Prayer will be with you.What an uplifting post, thanks for sharing a very special time in your families lives.
Hey
OMGASH she is so cute !
I cant wait till i see her im so happy that she is safe and with someone that will love her forever!
LOVE YOU GUYS!
RAYNA!
Maggie is just beautiful! Congratulations!
Just like a princess. Praying for favor from the Lord for your families future. Just remember he knows the plans he has for you. Can't wait to see you and Maggie when you get back home.
Kristi Rollins
God is so good!
Maggie is adorable and you girls are just precious together!
Congratulations!
In just, what, a day or two that you've had her, you can TOTALLY see the transformation. I have no doubts that she'll well adjust when you guys get home. I can't wait to see the first pics of your arrival at the airport.
What an amazing little girl! She's obviously very strong and oh so beautiful. You can already see the little light shine in her eyes.
God bless you and your little princess!
Cindy
Oh my gosh, Gwen! the pictures of her smiling just make my heart overflow!!!!! What a change in such a short time!
Love the picture of you kissing her head...you are so blessed to have found each other.
God is good - I am praying fervently for you. Love you!!!!!!!!!!!
Love the sweet photos. So smart of you to bring all the goodies. You can already begin to see the bond she has with you.
She is blessed to have you as her mommy. Praying for you often today. :)
Wow! Girl, I just have no words.....just this HUGE smile! I love seeing your and Maggie's smiles! Her little face holds so much hope! Our God is just the most amazing, precious Father.
Her smile is just so sweet! I'm glad you have the opportunity to spend some one on one time with her....but I can't wait to see pictures of her with her brothers and sister!
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Precious Maggie safe and sound in her loving Mama's arms is a truly beautiful sight.
Thank you for sharing your journey. It is inspiring.
Gwen,
I am just in tears here after seeing her little black eye and scrapes on her face. I am so glad that you are there. What in the world?
She is safe now with her mom. What a sweet little face. Bring her home.
Praying for you and Maggie! She is so precious and I am so thankful that she is safe in your arms. I believe that our Father has great things in store for her life! Love you, Shawnah
Well what girl doesn't need her chocolate and cell phone!
Chocolate, who doesn't like it. That will melt the heart of stone!! not to mention Barbie phones, WOOOWEEE.
Beverly
It does such wonderful things to my heart to see the two of you together!
One of the greatest joys I've had since bringing Ruby home has been watching her eat yummy things.
We are praying for your healthy stay in China, smooth transition and safe return.
Looking forward to getting the girls together!
We love you!
Angie
Hey Gwen,
I haven't commented before but I've been keeping up with your blog since this Summer. You are truly an amazing person and you have shown us everyday that there are no limits to what God and love can do. Thanks for that. Maggie is so blessed to have you and her new family. She already knows that. I can tell. Congratulations and know that I'm praying for safe travels and a great homecoming for Maggie.
Love you!
Tiff
Gwen, yesterday,while in the car, Amazing Grace was playing so I cranked it loud and all I could think about was you and Maggie. I prayed and cried as her chains are broken and she has been set free....what a testimony you all have and will continue to grow! Love and prayers, Kristi Hen.
I can't wait to hear her sweet laugh!! Let's have an Oreo party when you get back!!
Love, Lindsey
So glad things are going well. Praying for you all.