tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189441989106924796.post2257888291407600743..comments2023-07-03T09:17:46.266-05:00Comments on Baseballs to Bows: One Day at a Time with Wesleigh Jane!jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08812758330851051793noreply@blogger.comBlogger33125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189441989106924796.post-19181318514740370772010-01-27T21:54:32.849-06:002010-01-27T21:54:32.849-06:00Jen,
I am so excited to find you. We are in Denha...Jen,<br />I am so excited to find you. We are in Denham Springs and waiting for our LOA for our 11 month old daughter Lydda. I hope we get to meet when we get back from China. Maybe this summer. I love reading about your darling Wesleigh. She is beautiful. Thank you for being so honest about how Wesleigh is acting. It really helps those waiting parents to know that it will be hard, and we need to be prepared. I am in love with the large bows and flowers. I will need to know where to pick some up before traveling. I want Lydda to definitely make all those southern ladies proud. I already told my husband I wanted to put big flowers in her hair. I was excited to show him a picture of Wesleigh so he could see what I was talking about. I don't think he is excited about the size of the bow and flower, but I AM. <br />I know you are extremely busy, but one day I would love for you to stop by our blog to see our precious little one too.Triciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05238076018297952148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189441989106924796.post-90730092673434389902010-01-27T17:45:51.744-06:002010-01-27T17:45:51.744-06:00Ok - all I can say is that hat is too much - absol...Ok - all I can say is that hat is too much - absolutely adorable!!!!<br /><br />Praying for you on your journey, AshleyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189441989106924796.post-50779853841819819702010-01-27T17:27:20.656-06:002010-01-27T17:27:20.656-06:00The poor little thing! It must be so hard and con...The poor little thing! It must be so hard and confusing for her! Hoping and praying each day gets a little better! Hang in there! You are doing a great job with her!Jodeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12802683688710223167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189441989106924796.post-28694104663418341562010-01-27T16:59:00.458-06:002010-01-27T16:59:00.458-06:00Praying for all y'all through this... it's...Praying for all y'all through this... it's such an emotional week, filled with amazing highs and very stressful lows. Wesleigh Jane will come to know you, trust you and love you with time and God's grace. It will get better as each week passes. (((hugs)))a Tonggu Mommahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01365812914466181060noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189441989106924796.post-48125930036149759952010-01-27T16:05:50.422-06:002010-01-27T16:05:50.422-06:00Cannot really add much to all of the precious advi...Cannot really add much to all of the precious advice given to you my friend except this. I would not let anyone take her from you again...ever. If necessary, I would even stay at the hotel all day by myself with her...just for some extra time. Imagine how their little heads are just spinning. Lottie was sick the whole time we were in China and so was I. We stayed in the hotel while the rest of the family went on the outings. It's okay to miss something....you are doing such a fabulous job. I love all of her outfits. Each day will slowly get better. Praying for you all.The Byrd's Nesthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06729548930434689842noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189441989106924796.post-778690063698561012010-01-27T14:26:03.954-06:002010-01-27T14:26:03.954-06:00Wow! What an incredible journey thus far!! Lookin...Wow! What an incredible journey thus far!! Looking into Wesleighs eyes like that must have felt like a moment frozen in time!! One you will never forget!! We are so excited for all of you and the blessing that you will be in each others lives!! God is so faithful and to see His plan unfold is amazing!! Our thoughts, love and prayers are with you all!!Heidi Smithnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189441989106924796.post-35943956191455614702010-01-27T14:05:10.648-06:002010-01-27T14:05:10.648-06:00Keep your chin up and bows on!! It is so hard and...Keep your chin up and bows on!! It is so hard and I think it is hard long after day 3. Our daughter grieved hard the first week, and while it did improve daily.... I would say her grieving continued and her trust not built for about a month. I felt after we arrived home and got over the dreaded jet lag is when we really began to make progress in gaining her trust. I would not let that guide hold her again for anything!! I took a bjourn with us to Taiwan, but when I got home we immediately went and bought the ergo and I would put Hayden in it for several hours a day. I think it REALLY helped a lot and prior to travel I am not sure I would have believed it. <br />Your daughter is beautiful!! I know you know how different things will be in just 3 short months, but when you are in the thick of it, and your sleep is compromised, food is an issue, and you are living in a hotel room.....it is HARD to remember that and much less make it a mantra. <br /><br />Your boys looks like they are just giddy with their new sister and I am certain that will bring about wonderful changes so quickly once you get home!!!<br />You are headed for warm weather and that will make things better for everyone. It looks REALLY cold there right now. Although the weather here in Dallas is less than desirable right now, so I am sure it is similar in LA! Hopefully we will be over this cold snap before you return.Pink Velvet Mommyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06712327164959928422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189441989106924796.post-40453411446375823302010-01-27T13:31:11.447-06:002010-01-27T13:31:11.447-06:00I wanted to add too..that through God,.. WJ will ...I wanted to add too..that through God,.. WJ will learn to trust you and Richard. It will happen...<br />I'm praying for you guys! Hang in there..this will pass.<br />It's very hard to see them take to someone else, but it won't last.. trust me. She will see that she has an Awesome family.. that she can't help but LOVE!!!<br />BIG HUGS!<br />KeishaKeishahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07182607788345106601noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189441989106924796.post-11870196270834520072010-01-27T13:27:36.824-06:002010-01-27T13:27:36.824-06:00One day at a time. For what its worth, I think you...One day at a time. For what its worth, I think you are all doing great. Being away from home with a "normal" routine in itself is hard. For us, I think that once we got to Guangzhou, Leah noticed that the scenery changed but we didn't and some how that made a difference. I am so jealous that Wesleigh sleeps through the night!<br /><br />DaisyLeah Meihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09015724713556135985noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189441989106924796.post-62723262841543646962010-01-27T13:16:04.674-06:002010-01-27T13:16:04.674-06:00Praising God for all of the answered prayers so fa...Praising God for all of the answered prayers so far and continuing to ask for His wisdom, grace and mercy for your family.<br /><br />Love, love, love the flower hat...she is too stinkin adorable! I also love the picture of one of your boys with the stacking cups on his head. It's clear they are in love w/ her already :)<br /><br />Take it one day, one hour, or one minute at a time...Aaron and Ericahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03520696226301288779noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189441989106924796.post-63583728654486442472010-01-27T13:15:54.816-06:002010-01-27T13:15:54.816-06:00First off..
Chinese people HATE to see a child cry...First off..<br />Chinese people HATE to see a child cry!! My opinion.. GET OVER IT! For real. I know your guide was tryin to be helpful.. but honestly. Tell them no.. I've got her!<br />I had a Chinese STRANGER woman (on our 1st plane ride WITH Faith) unbuckle her seat belt and reached out for Faith.. to tAKE HER.. to make her stop cryin! <br />I went OFF! Momma Bear.. came out in me and I told her to SIT down! She was fine.. she just didn't want me to hold her. THE PLANE WAS TRYING to LAND during all this drama! The whole plane gave me the EVIL eye as we got off.. but I DID not care. Just let them try & take her from me LOL!!!!<br /><br />I--WE -- had to show Faith that we were not leaving her.. or going anywhere! lol! like or not.. we were her parents! <br />She got over it.. and it made our bond to her that much stronger!<br /><br />Bless her heart.. I hate she is sick.. I hope she feels better soon!!!!Keishahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07182607788345106601noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189441989106924796.post-61710378886690382302010-01-27T11:25:19.820-06:002010-01-27T11:25:19.820-06:00I have been so anxiously following every morning, ...I have been so anxiously following every morning, and I can't begin to comprehend all the emotions you must be experiencing -- much less all that Wesleigh is experiencing. We are praying for a continuing bond and trust that only God can and WILL and IS forming -- remember "His mercies are new every morning, Great is HIS faithfulness."<br />I love you, girl!<br />FranAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189441989106924796.post-46983446085040094872010-01-27T11:23:42.472-06:002010-01-27T11:23:42.472-06:00Hang in there....like your dad said, you are on a ...Hang in there....like your dad said, you are on a mission ordained by God. Your strength comes from HIM! Hugs, jen smithAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189441989106924796.post-27178696446490471002010-01-27T11:04:41.032-06:002010-01-27T11:04:41.032-06:00Everything is going to work out just fine. It jus...Everything is going to work out just fine. It just takes time for her to understand who you are, that you are permananent and that she can trust you completely. It will happen. <br /><br />I love her big flowers and bows. Dressing little girls is so fun. She is just beautiful.redmaryjaneshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09768158710291676368noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189441989106924796.post-17011506027923663982010-01-27T11:00:31.930-06:002010-01-27T11:00:31.930-06:00Hi Jennifer,
Beautiful photos - thanks for sharing...Hi Jennifer,<br />Beautiful photos - thanks for sharing your photos and your heart with us. Wondering how the ergo went and if there are a few Chinese phrases the guide can teach you to say to Wesleigh. Good to hear the progress with her daddy and the sweet moments you had with her staring into each other's eyes. It will continue to get better and better. Take care, CathyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189441989106924796.post-39560364684029809942010-01-27T10:22:40.367-06:002010-01-27T10:22:40.367-06:00I am happy that there seems to be progress.. I kno...I am happy that there seems to be progress.. I know it will get better and easier for everyone as each day passes. I wish you all the best and hope it gets easier fast. <br /><br />Love to you,<br />AshleyEveryday Mom Designshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17396980274146378911noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189441989106924796.post-22559343208343063382010-01-27T10:18:15.834-06:002010-01-27T10:18:15.834-06:00I am so grateful to hear from those who have walke...I am so grateful to hear from those who have walked through this. I am learning a lot. Watching and experiencing this even from so great a distance has been so much more wonderful than I ever dreamed. I can't wait to meet my new granddaughter! I love her so much already. Love you all, MamaLindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17851041860855288469noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189441989106924796.post-49945805048355014912010-01-27T09:09:38.699-06:002010-01-27T09:09:38.699-06:00Really enjoyed the 2 posts in a row - thanks Jenni...Really enjoyed the 2 posts in a row - thanks Jennifer and Diana! Love the outfits and those boots are so cute! Wesleigh is so beautiful. Have really enjoyed the photos and seeing how happy your family is. In time it will get easier since your family is so loving and wonderful and it's probably harder since she is under the weather. Praying for your family, Wendywwhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10320868782832851591noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189441989106924796.post-50386925220290815342010-01-27T08:43:38.372-06:002010-01-27T08:43:38.372-06:00Jennifer, It was hard to read the passage about th...Jennifer, It was hard to read the passage about the two of you lying there looking into each other's eyes without crying. How precious! Your sweet words of love are going down deep into her little soul. Your strength comes from the Lord. I know that He will show you all that she needs as each day comes and goes. She is absolutely beautiful with the hat and without!! I love you friend. <br />Rachel CapelloRachel Capellonoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189441989106924796.post-74749634202547292312010-01-27T08:41:13.707-06:002010-01-27T08:41:13.707-06:00First off I have to say WESLEIGH JANE is just ADOR...First off I have to say WESLEIGH JANE is just ADORABLE in her hat!!!! What a doll!! I can only imagine the "hurt" your heart felt yesterday. Praying for a happier today, a ecstatic tommorrow and a blissful forever!!!<br /><br />SnekcipAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189441989106924796.post-77607456440009271732010-01-27T08:21:13.244-06:002010-01-27T08:21:13.244-06:00Everyone has given such wonderful sweet comments a...Everyone has given such wonderful sweet comments and they are all so right. This process must happen for her to heal and bond with you. Remember, bonding is not love, it is trust. The love will come, it's a given. The trust is the most important thing right now. <br /><br />I second what Jenn said about using a hipster of some sort if you have one. If not, I would refuse to let anyone else take her from you. I know you want to be kind and respectful, but it can be very confusing for Wesleigh. You could explain your feelings to your guide and ask her to step in whenever someone tries to take her. <br /><br />Another thing that is good for bonding is to hold her while standing in front of the mirror. Olivia hated it and sobbed the first few times, but it really does help. <br /><br />I so look forward to your updates and I'm still praying every day!<br /><br />~LynnSomewhere In The Sunhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04632631262971907634noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189441989106924796.post-54398415698581378032010-01-27T08:20:46.467-06:002010-01-27T08:20:46.467-06:00Let me just start by saying...WHAT A DOLL!! and TH...Let me just start by saying...WHAT A DOLL!! and THAT HAT!!! She is just so precious. Hang in there and continue to listen to your heart...right now the guide is familiar to WJ, her smell, her look, her language, but as you consistently show WJ you love her and will care for her, she will feel that. You have so many praying for you...continue to rely on God for strength. Don't you just love watching your boys with her...I bet she rocks their world!!! xoxoDawnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16665586549018163784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189441989106924796.post-63864922582864112022010-01-27T08:05:18.782-06:002010-01-27T08:05:18.782-06:00Oh Jennifer, it is so hard to watch your child gri...Oh Jennifer, it is so hard to watch your child grieve, but as everyone else has said, it is so good. Maggie had her ups and downs in China, but it did get better each day. And be prepared that it may even continue at home, especially at night when the grieving seems the hardest. Through those time I just kept imagining one of my boys being taken from us at that age and what it would have been like for them...so be patient with her and pray for God to help you through it...He will for sure! <br />Also, I didn't use the stroller at all in China and carried Maggie everywhere. I would try to do that as much as possible if you can. <br />Hugs and prayers~Denisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05698075004097344070noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189441989106924796.post-3944245566814321532010-01-27T08:04:33.114-06:002010-01-27T08:04:33.114-06:00Oh, Jennifer, people had some amazingly thoughtful...Oh, Jennifer, people had some amazingly thoughtful comments, that I could just "second". I am so sorry that it's hard. I heard someone put it best when they said that WE (the parents) waited for this time for a LONG time - waiting to hold our kiddos- but THEY weren't waiting for us - they weren't even expecting us & it really hard for them..<br /><br />My heart broke in China when on the in country airplane Mya couldn't be consoled. The flight attendant came and TOOK her out of my arms. She took her up to first class & sat with her. I sat back in coach & bawled. Finally, I decided to go up & see her. I sat down across from the woman holding my daughter. Mya kept staring at me listlessly, but refused to move out of the woman's arms. We'd been together for 5 days. I was crushed. Even angry. Confused. Hurt.<br /><br />I definitely think by the end of the 2 weeks there was progress - more trust than there was before. It is such a hard, hard thing - and my heart hurts for Wesleigh Jane this morning, for you. You keep loving on that darling little Tea Cup!<br /><br />I love seeing WJ in Richard's arms. Please know that you are being prayed for & loved over here in the USA and we all can't wait to see you HOME. <br /><br />Hugs, <br />SaraFootball and Fried Ricehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06199596489592299649noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8189441989106924796.post-82447829049316118742010-01-27T07:54:18.274-06:002010-01-27T07:54:18.274-06:00Each day is better then the next.. You are doing w...Each day is better then the next.. You are doing what is right.<br />Keep giving her all the love..<br />love her cute little hat and outfit..<br />Love the photos ....<br />Wesleigh is tooo cute..<br />Hugs for tomorrow..<br />you will do wonderful..<br />love ya girly..Kimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16373111344793230801noreply@blogger.com