update

The kitchen really is almost done. There are now just a few minor things and we are very happy. We actually cooked in our new oven this evening- it almost felt a little weird. I feel like I am living in someone else's place. We had such a nice relaxing weekend ( as relaxing as it can be with an almost 2 year old) Jordyn and I had Chinese school- where she learns a lot and I learn how stupid I really am.

September Update

The kitchen is coming along and just about finished!! We are just waiting for the backsplash to be finished. It has been so nice to have our place almost back to normal. Jordyn seems to be enjoying kindergarten and is starting to adjust. It took a few weeks but she is starting to get into the swing of things. Zoe is still not so thrilled with her situation but it is getting better. At the end of the day Zoe is all over Jordyn- sitting on top of her, rolling on her bed, kissing her, etc... Meanwhile a bunch of us are planning a night in NYC and I cannot wait!!! Spa- dinner- dancing- not that I don't love every minute with my family but a few hours away is going to be a nice mini vacation!!

One Year Ago....

a beautiful baby girl was placed in our arms in the civil affairs office in downtown Nanchang. Zoe was so scared and screaming very loudly. Today she is a bundle of energy who loves to give all of us hugs and kisses. It is amazing to see such a huge transformation as the year has progressed.

Kitchen so far...

Here is some of the transition.

Moving right along

A lot has been going on. I do not recommend anybody redo a kitchen with two small children right before school starts and the parent who is a teacher is going back to work as well. This does not make for a very calm transition for anyone. There are many things that have happened in the past few weeks while we have been living amongst boxes, cabinets and workmen. Zoe got her first haircut- pics to follow - and believe it or not Jordyn has started kindergarten. I find it amazing we have a daughter in elementary school when I am only just 18 years old. I feel like she has grown up so much in a week. She takes the bus both ways and is so independent. Zoe has not been happy with her current situation at daycare and continues to make that clear every morning I drop her off. I guess she found it more fun hanging out with the old lady at the beach all day. Now that things are finally starting to calm down I hope to post more. Don't be fooled we still aren't done- hopefully everything will be completed by this weekend. I also wanted to add Jordyn started Chinese school this past weekend ( I did as well) . She loved it and finds it amazing that I also have a class with a teacher. Those of you who know me - know I took Spanish for over 6 years and can only really speak it if I am drinking. This should be very interesting.