Today we we were blessed to travel to Ivy's orphanage in Bengbu, Anhui. It is very difficult to find words to express the emotions of the day. Truly God directed our path. We will never be the same.
Ivy saying goodbye to her very first nanny when she was a baby.
Saying goodbye to her closest nanny
One hand in nanny's and one hand in mama's
“...because "Mommy" is forever. It's such a powerful name. Mommy means "I trust you." Mommy means "you will protect me." Mommy is for shouting when you need someone dependable and for laughing with when you are excited. Mommy is for crying on and cuddling with when you are sad, or giggling and hiding behind when you are embarrassed. Mommy is the fixer of boo-boos and the mender of broken hearts. Mommy is a comfort place - a safe place. Mommy means "you are mine and I am yours and we are family.”
― Katie J. Davis, Kisses from Katie: A Story of Relentless Love and Redemption
All of our lives are changed forever as we walk with you daily through your postings. Wow, what a story of faith and such awe inspiring LOVE. Prayers and praise.
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Dear Cheryl,
ReplyDeleteIvy fits in so well in your family because she is so photogenic! I love her cute Ivy backpack and flowers. She is so adorable. Macy's pictures are quite professional, and the ideas for the pictures are great! Thank you so much for the writing posts, and pictures. I hope you have a great time in China, and have a safe journey home!
Love,
Kayla Madore