Wednesday, June 30, 2010

Little Tid Bits.....

Olivia

A little info on our latest Asian Princess while we wait to show her picture.

She is in Shaanxi, China

She is 6 1/2 years old

She will turn 7 in November

She is off the SN Portal

She is described as:

a quick learner,

writes carefully,

takes initiative,

sensible, obedient,

kindhearted, polite

and likes singing and arts.

They end her information with this sentence:

She is a lovely child.

We think so too.
And the best part of all of this is......I found her.....that post to come soon....I am still overwhelmed with it all and can't seem to keep the tears from flowing. For those of you that have followed my blog or Face Book, you know that this has been very
heavy on my heart for many, many years. We just had two blessings inbetween while we waited for her. I received my "confirmed" Log In Date on Thursday, June 24th.....I found her that night as I searched and had the file the next morning in my email.....and from then until Tuesday evening on the 29th.....it was a whirlwind.....prayers, tears, waiting, agony, fear, a sense of peace, relieved, happy tears and 5 years worth of answered prayers. I knew she would be older, I knew I would find her, now I just need to bring her home.
~ Hugs ~
Steffie

41 comments:

Tiffany said...

I am so excited to read this.... can't wait to hear more! I just knew you would find her and have been waiting for the day that you would post this....

Congrats to you and your family!

Gail said...

You know you've been in my thoughts all day Steffie. She is all your's now...
So happy for you all!!!!

Everything Beautiful Shay said...

That is so beautiful and such a God story! Love everything you shared and can't wait to hear more! God is so faithful and He is in ALL things!
Blessings!

Unknown said...

She sounds...perfect! :)

Congratulations!

Dita said...

I can only imagine how she's prayed for a family just like yours...only she could never imagine one quite so full of love, laughter and togetherness.

I am on the edge of my seat waiting to see her beautiful face.

So happy for you, Steffie! So happy for your little LOVEY!

Sandra said...

I am so happy for you! Wiping away a little tear :-)

Diana said...

I am so happy for you. You are a amazing mom and truly love your kids. I am so happy that you found your daughter..We all knew you would:) Hugs to all of you!!!

Debbie said...

I am so happy for you and yes I know this is a long time coming!!! :)

God bless!!
Debbie

Life with JJ, Starr and Spice said...

I am so happy for you and your family! What a blessing!

Inga said...

How exciting for you and your family. That is wonderful news. God is good and you are blessed. Congratulations!!

Number 6 and no more counting! said...

She sounds like the perfect Beckering! Can't wait to hear her name and see her beautiful face.

Congrats Steffie!

Lea
xo

Musings from Kim K. said...

I'm so happy for you. The hunt is over. May you find peace. Continued blessings to your beautiful family.

Suzanne said...

What a wonderful blessing...and to think YOU found her. The heart is a hard thing to ignore. Many blessings to you all :-)

Nancy said...

Steffie I am so happy for you. Will her later birthday put her in the same grade as Sophia?

Sharyn said...

Steffie, I am so excited! I know you have been looking and I knew you'd find her. Or maybe she found you. :-))

When we adopted Joy another family in our travel group brought home a 6 1/2 year old. She is now a lovely 11, heading to middle school. I have loved watching her grow up. I'm so glad that you are bringing home your daughter at the same age. It seems like a great age. Can't wait to see her little face.

Jewels of My Heart said...

I am so happy for you and your daughter.... I know how you have loved her and simply could not let her go... Good for you for staying the coarse and trusting Jesus to lead the way....
She sounds absolutely lovely and I can't wait to see her in the arms of her Mama, Daddy and all her brothers and sisters....
God's Speed Little One.....
Love,
Daleea

The Byrd's Nest said...

Your family never ceases to amaze me with the love you have for these children Steffie. I am so happy for you all and I can't wait to see her precious face.

I am dying to know what all of the children think! What does Sophia think? She must be terrible excited and oh how about your sweet prince and how comforted he will be with just her presence and maybe her language? So much to talk about huh? Sometimes I think that Emma would have adjusted better with us if someone in the house spoke Korean...just a though...only God knows. Love you!

t~ said...

I am so happy that you found her! Oh how you speak to my heart once again!

Congratulations, my heart is full of joy for her & your family!

3 Peanuts said...

Steffie~ Congratulations!!!! This is so exciting. Good for you for being patient and following God and your heart.

Blessings,
Kim

Staci said...

So excited you found her!! Congrats on your new daughter. I hope the process is speedy :)

Our son who came home from Taiwan a year ago was 3yrs 9mon and he too was described as a "lovely child". And he is the most lovely child! I think that is such a sweet description.

Charity said...

I'm so excited - I messed up the comment I just tried to leave - UGH!
I can't stop smiling & laughing over here. You have just shocked me. I wasn't expecting that just yet.
She sounds PERFECT & I love that YOU FOUND HER!!!!! I can't wait to hear the story. What does Sophia think about her? Can't wait to hear that story too!!!!!!!
I guess it's time to go get another spot ready for your DAUGHTER!!!! Oh how fun - I am just loving this post. (So glad I came by here tonight - I almost missed this)
By the way - the 24th was a perfect day for you to find her - Andy & I celebrated 15 years that day.
Congrats again.
-C

Kim said...

I knew you would find her..
CONGRATULATIONS.
I sooo cannot wait to see her pretty little face.
HUGS..

dawn said...

Steffie,
heart of a Mother knows, it just knows , when all her family members are home. So glad all of yours are soon going to be home with you. Your heart must be feeling happy for the first time in a very long time, I know mine is, for you, just reading this.
Truly happy for your family.
with love from our family.

Katrina said...

So so happy for YOU!

Michal said...

Oh Congratulations!
I thought "something" may have been happening with you and your family. it's like it could be felt in things left unsaid.
I am so happy for you.
I know that you have alot to share and so much love in your heart and home for her. HER!
Yeah!!!!!!

sweet momma luv u said...

How amazing Steffie! I am very happy for you that you found her. I can't not wait to see her precious face...
God is so amazing how he will provide for us what we urn for.

We have been home 3 1/2 months with our little guy Jon Jon. I am so in love with him and so over joyed with gratitude to God for him. Secretly my heart still aches for another little girl but hubby says no we are too old....
so I weep in silence for the child who we will never have and hold.

Hugs to you my Cherry Blossom friend!
Jody

We Are Family said...

I SOOOOO GET THIS! Congratulations, God is FAITHFUL!

Wanda said...

So very happy for you!!!!!!!!!

Robin said...

Congratulations!! That is SO exciting!! She sounds just perfect!!

Mom 2 six said...

Steffie

Having done both kinds of adoption (NSN 21 month and SN 7 year old) there is a huge difference with an older child. If you want to talk feel free to contact me. Eli talks a lot about the transition now that he is fluent in English. It is very telling. I am thrilled for you and your family.

Tassie said...

Congratulations! God did lead you to her, there is no doubt about that one. I wish the time between now and traveling to speed by. Are you able to get any medical updates with measurements?

Kristi said...

Precious friend...........we share in the joy of your wonderful news.....oh my goodness......can not wait to hear every detail. I have been thinking so much of our Ping Jiang family as we were together last summer at this time.......how I miss everyone. We will be praying. Tears fill my eyes as I type this.....a lovely child for a lovely family. Love to you all! Kristi Henderson
Oh my goodness....just had to say it again!

Pug Mama said...

HOLY COW!!!!
Saw your announcement on FB, and had to come here to find out what the heck was going on!
CONGRATS CONGRATS CONGRATS!!!!
God is good!!!!

Kayce said...

Oh Steffie! I am overwhelmed with tears and happiness for you guys! SO, SO, SO happy for all of you!!! Congratulations!! Can't wait to see her beautiful face!

Ivy Shaffer said...

Hi Steffie,
I am so very happy for you and your family!!! Been wanting to post on FB but thought this is more personal.

Such amazing love you have in your heart! This child sounds like a beautiful match for your family and I can't wait to hear more! It always makes my heart sing to hear of one more child getting his/her forever family. I wish you nothing but the best as you now plan for your new arrival.

What a happy happy post, and oh she'll be in your arms in no time!

Sending hugs your way!

Ivy

Deb said...

Wow!!! What a pleasant surprise! Sound like you have a very exciting story to tell. I can't wait to hear it.
CONGRATS!!!!

LedaP said...

Amazing!!

Terri said...

Oh Steffie, I am sitting here with tears of joy!! I have been so anxiously awaiting to see this post!! Congrats to your family! We may even have the same LID, we were DTC June 14th but still waiting to hear LID!

I cannot wait to follow your journey once again & look foward to seeing her precious face!

Take care!

Laura said...

So happy for you Steffie!!! That's awesome news. Here's hoping everything goes smoothly from here!

~Stacey said...

Wow! Go to China for 2 weeks, and look at what I missed!! Congratulations...I know you have been searching for a long time!

Stacey...Mom to Jadalyn adopted 6/22/2010 Chongqing, China!

Dita said...

I can't wait to see her!!!!!!!

Dita