We Have Her!

We were able to get Lili this afternoon just after 4pm. She is wonderful! So far, she has not cried at all... When the ladies brought her to us she sat in Lori's lap a few minutes and then smiled at something Hannah said. She is very attentive... beautiful... and smart! (Oops, I already sound like a doting father...). We brought her back to the hotel and she wanted to stop and play in the water at the fountain in the lobby. She got her hands wet then looked up at us and smiled... When we got to our room she immediately went for all the electronics in the room. She wanted the computer, the TV remote, etc. She has played and laughed for the last 4 hours. She loves bubbles and flashlights. Her demeanor is certainly the answer to many prayers. We don't expect the whole night to go this well...especially at bedtime... but so far it's been picture perfect. Please keep us in your prayers that she will continue to be calm and accepting of the people around her. We had dinner a little while ago and she sat in her highchair and played with crayons until her food came... she ate a good dinner and even told Lori when she needed to go to the bathroom. Lauren is doing great with her....they are both in the bathtub right now playing like sisters! We have taken quite a bit of video of her today and some still photos but will probably not try to send any photos until tomorrow (we've had more important things to focus on today). She is talking up a storm and doesn't seem to mind that we don't understand. We learned a few important Chinese phrases that we think she understands (but she probably thinks we sound funny..Chinese with a Texas twang). We did get to meet her foster parents...really nice people...they both cried when they met us... they have certainly loved Lili...you can tell. We will get to go back Thursday and visit with them more. Thanks to all of you for your interest, support, and prayers. Rick.