I can't believe its been two years since we first met this little girl. Christmas is forever changed for us as a family. I know the holidays are different when you have kids, but for us its more than that. Being handed a child to care for on Christmas Eve, then signing the official papers in China on Christmas day was so extra special. How can any gift, any thing ever wrapped or given be as awesome as Mia. Nothing can. Christmas is a nice addition to what is the most wonderful day of my life!Mia grows and changes in leaps and bounds. She is happy and healthy. We are so lucky for those two things alone and that does not even begin to describe her. She loves to pretend and has an awesome imagination. At any given time you are not sure if you're getting a kitty, a bunny or a baby that needs to be rocked and given a "bottle". She crawls and makes animal noises and will even try to lick you if you don't stop her in time! She loves Cinderella and would watch the movie over and over if you let her. She plays dress-up in her Halloween pink skirt, magic wand and black ballet shoes. She sings and twirls and basically demands your attention (we're working on the demanding part). Mia is finally loving school and goes without a problem. She barely says goodbye to me and she walking in her room stating "here I am"! These past two weeks of Christmas break have been fun, but I know she misses school and her teachers. She does not talk about any special friends at school yet, but I'm sure that's coming soon! Mia is assertive and knows what she wants. She is stubborn and has a grip like no other when she is holding onto something you want. With age and experience we are all learning new ways to handle these traits that are her personality and are essential to her making her way in this world. Its hard to deal with a strong willed two year old, but there is nothing wrong with a grown woman who "knows what she wants" as we have heard from her teacher. I love the fact that Mia feels like she can and she will stand up for herself. We just need to keep her safe and teach her to mind other peoples feelings along the way. I know she will do just fine. Mia is loving and caring and is not afraid to tell you "I love you so much and I missed you" to friends and family she has not seen in a while. She gives out the hugs freely and makes friends where ever we go.
Mia, you are my sweet, sweet baby and I love you more each day. Happy Gotcha Day!
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