Tuesday, September 19, 2006

     Sleeping Beauty awoke at 8:15 a.m. just as sweet as could be! Other than waking at 2 a.m. for a few minutes, Alivia slept close to 12 hours. Way to go for the first night. I wish I could say the same for myself. I didn’t get much sleep but it was worth it. I was just in awe of how precious she is sleeping like an angel and the fact that she is truly ours. Reality has not set in yet. I am so enjoying the dream right now.
     By 9:30, we were all dressed and out the door for a quick breakfast at the Aroma (a restaurant in the hotel). Meet our group in the lobby at 10:00 and visited the Jiaxiu Tower (Chinese translation “most beautiful place”)and Wenchang Pavilion located in Central Guizhou. Built in 1598, the Tower is the city’s landmark and is linked with the Fuyu Bridge which provides access to both the south and north banks. The Pavilion built in 1609 is a three-story building under a three-eave roof with nine irregular edges. Very unique. Our guide informed us that this is typical architectural style of the area. Inside there was a garden and mini waterfall. Very beautiful site. After going to WalMart which was underground) for necessities, we enjoyed ANOTHER Chinese meal at a very nice restaurant. Many of us were hoping for KFC or McDonald’s – Michael, our guide, said maybe later in the week.
     We are now enjoying some quiet time until dinner. Alivia is napping and I am catching up on e-mails and journaling. I should be taking a nap myself. Alivia is doing very well with her new Mommy. She is learning so much so quickly. She has the sweetest smile and cutest giggle. Must go to dinner, I'll write more later.
     7:45 p.m. – We just returned from dinner. Not much to post but I would ask you to please keep Alivia in your prayers as she woke from her nap earlier today with a high fever, and when I put her to bed she still was quite warm even after two doses of children’s Tylenol. She is eating and drinking a bottle, so that is good. I think she may be teething, but I’m not sure.   Thanks and God bless – Lisa