Well, today was definitely an improvement over yesterday! We let Beth and Jack sleep in this morning, which meant they woke up at 7:00 instead of 6:30. They are definitely early risers! After breakfast, we took a walk around the block and looked at cats and lizards and turtles. Then, we played in our room until Daddy had to leave to take care of our immigration papers. Mommy and kids went across the streets to the supermarket/cafeteria to pick up a few snacks and some "take-away" food for lunch. We went around the corner and had our first Starbucks experience. Jack loved his mango smoothie, but Beth seemed to prefer Mommy's caramel frappucino.
Mitch returned with great news--our visa appointment is tomorrow at 8:30 a.m. at the embassy! Sounds like our prayers are already being answered!
This afternoon, we decided to try the swimming pool again. Daddy wanted to swim so Mommy agreed to stay on the side with toys, just in case they panicked again. We splashed in the fountain and then they started to toss the beach ball to Daddy. Slowly, they moved closer and closer until they finally splashed their hands in the pool. After shoes came off, Beth started to hang on the ladder and gradually worked her way down to submerging everything but her head. Jack discovered the shower and ended up just as wet, but never got in the pool on his own. We felt it was a great step for them!
Back in the room, Beth apparently wasn't feeling well because she suddenly started vomiting. Like we said, they sure are breaking us in quickly! But after that, she was playing and laughing as if nothing had even happened.
We went to the corner restaurant for dinner and both kids had good appetites. The restaurant staff were especially friendly and acted like we needed a lot of help with our two little Thai children. We didn't think we were doing so bad, though. Oh well, they all seemed to enjoy the fussing--even the kids.
Back in our room, their eyes fell closed by 7:30. All in all, it was a very good day and we are starting to get to know their individual personalities better. Beth is sensitive and artistic and often sings little songs while she plays or colors. She laughs easily and loves to be tickled. Jack is rambunctious and confident. He seems to enjoy trying new things--food, toys, and whatever his sister has at the moment. They both demonstrate affection toward each other in their own ways. Jack shares food or brings something to Beth when she seems upset. Beth usually shares toys and talks to Jack or takes his hand to lead him somewhere.
Well, time to sign off for the night. Thank you for continuing to pray for the Wofford family! Our journey home is yet to come!
P.S. Here are a couple of pictures we forgot to post 
yesterday.
yesterday.
3 comments:
Praise God again and again! I pray for you every time I think of you, which lately has been ALOT! ;-)
Just a thought....maybe it was the caramel frappuccino that upset Beth's tummy!....LOL
Their personalities seem to be the perfect fit to you and Mitch. Should we be so amazed that God would make for you the absolutely 2 best perfect children for you? I will continue the prayers for expediency and safety. Love you guys!
Yippee a Starbucks girl after my own heart. But maybe that was what made her sick :( BUmmer!
I love reading the posts everyday, and tears well up everytime I read them over and over again.
Praise Jesus that all paperwork has come through and HIs Love and strength saw you through it all !
All the Payne's Love and Happy thoughts your way!!
Shawn and Jocelyn
This is such an amazing experience that you are sharing with all of us, makes me wonder how my first airplane ride to the United States went. Mom and I were talking about how they didn't have to come pick me up like you guys did, so she didn't have to deal w/ me on the plane... I pray everything goes smoothly and that they will sleep on most of the flight!! I can't wait to meet them, I already love them both so much!!
Love,
Auntie Lisa
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