Just two short years ago we saw your face for the very first time. I will never forget how excited we were, waiting all morning. Daddy came home early from work as he could not concentrate. We waited by the phone and checked for updates on the computer, every minute it seemed. Finally the phone rang and we got the news that China has given us our wish, you. We heard all about you, your age, size and abilities. We learned where you were born and where you were living. We heard that you were being cared for and that you loved your special Ayi at the SWI. We were happy you had comfort and love in your life while we waited just a few more weeks to come to get you. We had to wait a couple hours to see your picture but I was in love with you already. You were deep in my heart. Grandma (Mum) was here when we opened the e-mail that contained your picture. We all cried tears of joy when we saw you. You were so little and cute and looked great! I could not believe that you were mine. Daddy picked out your name, Mia, because it means “mine”. You are ours forever and ever and I would not change a single thing about you. The last two years with you have been so awesome. You are kind and sensitive. You love to cuddle and give hugs. You play with your babies and say “I am a Mommy” as you pat their back or rock them singing and saying “awwww - you’re ok, you’re ok”. You are still a great sleeper and sleep most nights through the night. About once a week, you wake and call or cry for me and I jump at the chance to hold you and cuddle you a bit in the night. You can be cranky without a good sleep or if you miss a nap. You have sat in the time-out chair for hitting or throwing toys, but you even seem to be growing out of that. You are learning to control your temper and it shows me you are growing up. You are a great eater and LOVE your juice “oo-chee” you call it. We have enjoyed watching you grow and learn and cannot wait to see what the future holds, though I worry it will go too fast!
I love you to the moon and back. Your Mommy.
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