And whoever welcomes a little child like this in my arms, welcomes me.
Matthew 18:5

VIOLET ELISE XIN JUE CULP
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Birth Date: October 20, 2007
Place of Origin: Maoming City, Guangdong Province, China
Given Name: Mao Xin Jue
Meaning of Name:
Mao - the first symbol of Maoming City
Xin - love and heart
Jue - wishing that she is as pretty as the jade

Tuesday, May 12, 2009

5/12 First US Embassy Appointment Day











We had to hang out at the hotel this morning because Judy, our guide, was at our first US Embassy appointment. No news was good news so we were able to go out in the afternoon to walk the mall, a pedestrian road full of shops. We brought along a plentiful supply of Cheerios, the magic food for children. Later we took a photo with the Beijing crew on the Holiday Inn red couch. Then it was one more trip to play at the outdoor gym on Sha Mian Island before one last dinner at Lucy’s. It was so hot that we took a dip in the pool before bedtime. Only 4 more days and we’ll be home. We love China but are ready for our own home!
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8 comments:

  1. GramsMay 12, 2009 at 7:48 AM

    and your own home is ready for you, as well as, your family and all of Northville, Novi, Plymouth, Canton, Ann Arbor and everywhere else that you have people waiting to meet Violet!

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  2. Brenda HessMay 13, 2009 at 12:04 PM

    We are all waiting with open arms. (Literally, open and waiting to be the next one to hold and hug and squeeze our adorable yet fiesty Violet.)

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  3. AnonymousMay 13, 2009 at 1:45 PM

    I so wish i could be there when you arrive back in Detroit - but know that we (my family) are thinking of you and your family -
    we wish you the best!

    Love, Sara and family

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  4. SharonMay 13, 2009 at 4:47 PM

    I will be following your blog from Texas. Enjoy your last days in China and have a wonderful trip home.

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  5. AnonymousMay 13, 2009 at 5:44 PM

    We love you and can't wait to see you love always Tim and Denise

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  6. AnonymousMay 14, 2009 at 4:18 AM

    I am eager to meet, see and hug this new family of three. I hope you all have a safe and peaceful trip home. Continue to savor all these 'firsts' for you and Violet.

    Love, Beth Ann

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  7. AnonymousMay 14, 2009 at 5:26 AM

    Congratulations! I am so thrilled for all of you. We HAVE to have a play date.

    So much love,
    Tasha

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  8. AnonymousMay 14, 2009 at 3:19 PM

    Our hearts are so happy for you. What a wonderful Mom and Dad Violet has and what a wonderful family waiting for her at home. What a blessing.
    Love
    Dave & Barb

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