Author: brianwalch

We had a much better week! You have been much less clingy & playing well on your own for short periods of time. You went to the Doctor three times ~ You had three...

This past week was a challenge. I had the flu for a few days, and you were quite demanding. You screamed every time we put you down. Needless to say you spent some good...

We are finally home! We have been home 4 full days & you have adjusted perfectly. Our flights were painless, and you even slept about 4 hours of it. You walk around our home...

Jenna, Friday, March 26, 2004 was a good day. Today you ate a lot, smiled and laughed a lot, and seemed to grow more secure. I sure this will seem trivial when you read...

Yesterday we visited your first home,Huazhou City. We were allowed by the Chinese unit to visit your orphanage. Three families, along with Henry (HOPE guide) and Kevin (photographer) took a six hour bus ride,...

Your parents went to see where you spent the first months of your life so we got to take care of you all day. We visited a big park, Xie Yun, where all the...

It has been a full 24 – hours since we got you! What a trip! You are much more active and opinionated than I imagined, but perfect nonetheless. Yesterday I was so nervous while...

It’s ‘Gotcha Day’!!! In a mere 8 hours we will meet you, our life-long daughter and dream. We know you are ready although the transition will be difficult on you. See you very soon!...

Jenna ~ We are here!!! We arrived into Hong Kong 1 ½ days ago. The plane ride was quick and we all got some sleep. The first night we spent walking around the area....

The time is here! We leave tonight for China to finally pick you up and begin our new lives together. I am so excited, and am shaking. My mom came in two nights ago...