Is that really the best I can do? It can't say there is nothing going on since Natalie keeps us very entertained and is really starting to show a lot of personality. We have to just laugh whenever we think about her referral information that said she was quiet.
Anyway, I have got some pictures below to talk about. The first is from our Chinese New Year celebration at Green Bamboo. The International Families group reserved the back room. Good thing as we needed every bit of it. I think everyone had a good time. All the girls really seemed to enjoy themselves. Below is a picture of Natalie with friends Lilly and Eli playing Ring Around the Rosie with Gina (Lilly's mom). I did have noodles, so I am planning on getting rich in the year of the rabbit.
This is Natalie in her CNY vest sent to us by Marvin and Julia. This is a traditional clothing item for kids during CNY celebrations. Thanks again to Natalie's Shanghai family for all they sent to us to help her celebrate. It means a lot to us that they care and want to stay involved and that they help us keep Natalie aware of her Chinese heritage. You can tell Natalie loves it too.
Just Natalie being cute. :)
I love this one. Natalie just recently discovered her shadow. She had a good time playing with it. Now, in the morning when we know the sun is shining in just right, we know how to get her to come running: "Natalie, do you know where your shadow is?"
Finally, Natalie decided to do her own hair. Nice huh? She tried to put the headband on like her Mama does. It didn't work quite as well. She was eating chocolate too. That is courtesy of her Gu nai nai (Great Aunt) Jannie. The chocolate bar was intended for me, but Natalie wasn't having that as she brought it to me and was pretty insistent on getting some of it.
Let me also say that I am so surprised at the number of people who still comment or tell me they read this blog. I started it because I thought there might be a few people interested in following our trip to China to get our angel. I had no idea that so many would be interested then and I never imagined anyone would still care. Now, I don't kid myself into thinking people come here thanks to my charm and wit. I know it is all about Natalie. I appreciate it though and I will make an effort to keep it going. Zai jian!
