Letters From China Pt. 4

Thanks for all the prayers. After a short flight ending in a long tantrum we arrived in Guangzho on Thursday night. Cai was asleep by the time we got to the hotel and couldn't find his bearings in the morning, resulting in another epic fit. The two back to back coupled with the grueling schedule left this mama ragged. Then during breakfast, when I was at the end of my emotional strength another couple from our group brought down their daughter and sat at the table next to us. Their daughter screamed all through breakfast and the mom let me know this was happening regularly. I know it sounds weird, but that cry was music to my ears. We're all in this together.

 

We went to his medical exam with this couple and one other couple and on the way there and back we all talked about our difficulties and triumphs over the last few days. It was incredibly nourishing and set us out on the right foot for the rest of the day. Cai did great at the appointment and loved talking to the doctors and our tour guide. He fell asleep in the van on the way back and took a long nap.

 

After nap we took him down to the playroom they have here and let him loose! He LOVED it and we saw his true kids self. Loving, playful and so so SO smart! He has definitely learned to compensate for the inability to use his legs and has amazing reasoning skills for a 3 year old. After renting a stroller (YAY!) we enjoyed our time as a family and had a great afternoon exploring the city (which is another story all together).

 

 

Thank you for your prayers. We are feeling great today and Cai is doing very well. He woke up happy and ready to play and we are learning how to manage his frustration. 

 

Continue to pray for good sleep, communication and physical strength! 

 

Love you all!