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Wednesday, January 16, 2013 Today was a big day! We had our American Consulate appointment and oath taking ceremony. We now wait for the final visa to arrive tomorrow allowing Libby to travel back with us. The minute we touch down in Detroit, she is an American citizen. We cannot believe this 7 year journey is 2 days away from touchdown in our home city and finally complete. There were no cameras allowed at The Consulate so no pictures commemorating the event. Boo Hoo! It was really touching to be with all of the other families we have been journeying with to see their adoptions completed too. I believe we have made some friends for life. I went back to Shamian Island without the troops to complete some shopping. That was a nice and welcome break for a couple hours. Unfortunately, when I got back, I realized I left one of my bags in a store! Oops! We all went back and found it. If we didn't, I wouldn't have gotten the beautiful picture of a traditional Chinese woman. I am so glad I did. The evening was very chill! We played with Libby (and captured the best picture of her personality--see pictures), ordered some pizza, and put Libby to bed. We all played on some sort of technical device until sleepy. Besides being in a 400 sq. foot hotel room, I'd say we're settling into normal nicely!

Good Morning! Today is my consulate appointment

A very beautiful traditionally dressed Chinese woman
greets us on Shamian Island


Lanterns are everywhere, as preparations for Spring Festival begin


Remember this guy? Best Dad on the planet


Hot cocoa lips on a pretty girl


I am a very happy baby!!
Do I look ready for bedtime to you?

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