Back to a Normal Routine!

Finally we can get back to some type of "normal" routine. The kids went back to school this week and all has been good. With a crazy summer, a new sister, a new school we needed to get back to some type of normal. The kids have transitioned well this week with school and I only pray that things stay that way. Other than some issues with the uniform not being comfortable for Morgan, I have to say things could not be better with this transition. The kids have been very supportive and just love their little sister. I am so proud to have two children who can adapt and have a heart for orphaned children like we do and accept a sister into their family with open arms and hearts. It is just amazing what God can do in our lives if we offer up our lives and our hearts to Him.
As for Lily, she is doing so well. She is such a joy to be around. Nap time has been a little crazy trying to figure out what is going to work best for us. She is still waking up at night but it doesn't seem to effect her mood during the day. I just pray that she starts to sleep through soon for my sake! We had her orthodontist appointment this week and they took a impression of the top of her mouth. He will review this and get back to me and Dr. Matthews, her surgeon in a couple weeks. So, hopefully by the time I go back to Dr. Matthews on the 31st he will have a plan in place for her. We have an eye appointment on Friday and she will see the ENT on next Wednesday. So many doctors appointments!!!!
On a positive note, all Lily's blood work came back normal. She has also built up antibodies to the vaccines that she received in China so none of those will have to be repeated. Yeah!!!
I am including some pictures of our trip to Daufuskie. It was a great time! I am so glad that I have my sister to walk through this journey with....who gets me, who understands the struggles, who can pray with me and can walk out this life with me. Thank you Dawn.
Also, thank you to my loving husband who I could not do this with out. You give me the support I need to get through the days that are so hard. You love me through all the ugly and at the end of the day I know you will always be there for me to lean on. You are an amazing husband and father. You love our children in a way that they so need from a father and it takes my breath away. They are able to see God's love through you. So, thank you for all you do every single day! I love you!