Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Sightseeing in Jinan








Yesterday, Kevin took us to do a little sightseeing- it was the first day that was really bearable to be outside. And we needed it. We only wished it could last longer! We are getting a bit cooped up here in the hotel room but we just don't have much choice. We did get some school work done in the afternnoon. Today will be Greg's last day with us- he will leave very early in the morning. We are ready to move on to Goungzhou now, especially knowing that it will be our last leg. I will share some things we know about Kelly- She loves Coke. She is a fast runnner (she dusts Sophie and Pressley running down the halls!). She always smiles. Always. I have been having her read to me and she does pretty well reading English- now I just need to make sure she is comprehending. Although you "know" some things going into adoption, I don't think you really "get" them until you're here sometimes. We knew that communication would be a challenge, and we thought Kelly knew a little more English and the reality is that we have a LOT to teach Kelly and Kelly has a LOT to learn. but we're getting to know one another better each day, and it will all come.


6 comments:

Lilly's Family said...

Hey Miss Kim and Family,
So glad Kelly is doing so well. i will agree with her Coke is indeeed AWSOME!!!! I literally cannot wait to see and meet Kelly at the airport. Have a fun time in CHINA wish i was there with ya'll. I miss so much already!!!
Love,
KAtie

Lilly's Family said...

P.S. Tell everyone hello for me!!!!
katie

Lori said...

I'm so thrilled that things are going so well for you guys! Kelly is such a darling girl!

Have fun in GZ!!

Nicci said...

Hey "other Smiths!" We have been following the blog every day and enjoying all the updates so much! Kelly looks so sweet and we are so excited to meet her---so glad the trip is going well and she is safely with y'all.....Mark and the boys will get Greg Fri night----be safe and enjoy Kristi's visit!
Love,
Nicci and family

Lilly's Family said...

Kim,
You are way overdue for another update!! Please update soon - we are just waiting and waiting to see more pictures and learn more about Kelly.

emilie said...

Thanks for texting me this blog site. It is amazing following your experience in China. Kelly is beautiful and before yall know it she will be learning the southern drawl. We do sound funny, you know. I loved seeing Kristi riding the elephant! The kids know she is doing something really important and are proud of her. We all miss her and hope yalls trip home goes smoothly. Emilie