Another hurdle accomplished
Just one more thing accomplished in the process of getting on the way home with our little Maddie. Teri and Josh, and the group, took their babies to the "Physical Examination" office today. They were warned by the Chinese guide that has been with us throughout this process, that there would be alot of crying. Teri said all the babies screamed. It was very noisy. No shots were given. This was basically a checkup to see if the children were healthy enough to be released to go to the US.
Only one family had a brief glitch. One of the children has a small case of ringworm. It is being treated with Tinactin and the rash is fading. But, the doctor that examined the baby was concerned and the parents were concerned that the baby would not be allowed to leave. The guide showed up about that time and told the doctor that the baby was being treated and the rash was healing. She seemed to be satisfied with whatever the guide told her and signed the paper to let the baby leave.
Our baby passed with flying colors. The only problem Teri and Josh have had, Maddie has had some constipation. I think that is beginning to change as of today. She sure has had a tummy ache the last few days. Would you believe some of the babies (all the same age) are using the potty. The Chinese potty train their children very early. One of our guides is married with a little boy. He was being held over the potty at 3 weeks of age and trained by the time he was 3-4 months old. Does that mean we in the States are lazy or slackards?
The children already have their passports and visas. The last step is the meeting at the American Consulate. The babies will receive their American citizenships then. I hope I will be allowed to be there for that. I have heard that only the parents go. I hope that is not so. I haven't had the chance to ask one of the guides yet.
We have our plane tickets already and I think all of us are ready to get home and continue with out lives. The new parents are ready to get their babies home and into a routine. I know I am ready to get back to my little piece of clean air and quiet. I am also ready to get back to a place where most people are considerate( for the most part). I know it is their culture but to me these are the rudest people I have ever seen. They give no ground. You are the one who has to step aside. They will practically run over you and each other. Women to some extent are still considered below men. The men don't hold doors, step aside and let women on the elevators first, or off first, or hold the elevator doors to keep them from slamming into someone attempting to get on the elevator. Totally strange to this Southern born and bred girl.
Just 3 more days and 4 nights and we will be in the air and on the way home. Continue to keep us in your prayers. Will update on the progress.
Only one family had a brief glitch. One of the children has a small case of ringworm. It is being treated with Tinactin and the rash is fading. But, the doctor that examined the baby was concerned and the parents were concerned that the baby would not be allowed to leave. The guide showed up about that time and told the doctor that the baby was being treated and the rash was healing. She seemed to be satisfied with whatever the guide told her and signed the paper to let the baby leave.
Our baby passed with flying colors. The only problem Teri and Josh have had, Maddie has had some constipation. I think that is beginning to change as of today. She sure has had a tummy ache the last few days. Would you believe some of the babies (all the same age) are using the potty. The Chinese potty train their children very early. One of our guides is married with a little boy. He was being held over the potty at 3 weeks of age and trained by the time he was 3-4 months old. Does that mean we in the States are lazy or slackards?
The children already have their passports and visas. The last step is the meeting at the American Consulate. The babies will receive their American citizenships then. I hope I will be allowed to be there for that. I have heard that only the parents go. I hope that is not so. I haven't had the chance to ask one of the guides yet.
We have our plane tickets already and I think all of us are ready to get home and continue with out lives. The new parents are ready to get their babies home and into a routine. I know I am ready to get back to my little piece of clean air and quiet. I am also ready to get back to a place where most people are considerate( for the most part). I know it is their culture but to me these are the rudest people I have ever seen. They give no ground. You are the one who has to step aside. They will practically run over you and each other. Women to some extent are still considered below men. The men don't hold doors, step aside and let women on the elevators first, or off first, or hold the elevator doors to keep them from slamming into someone attempting to get on the elevator. Totally strange to this Southern born and bred girl.
Just 3 more days and 4 nights and we will be in the air and on the way home. Continue to keep us in your prayers. Will update on the progress.
posted by Three C Farm at
7:58 AM
4 Comments:
We'll continue to pray for you on your amazing journey.
So you're ready to come home and "continue with out lives." That should be interesting! We're ready for you to be back on foreign soil here in America.
Sad to hear of a society who has no consideration for others. Just one more way that keeping God out of the picture keeps man's pride in front.
I pray that you guys get home soon and safe.
I talked w/ my friend who has lived in China for most of two years and he said it's just never been a part of their culture ... the common courtesies we take for granted in the South. You don't even see that kindness here in Southern California, for that matter. As for standing in a line and being taken for granted, he says that is very much their culture! You almost have to hug the person ahead of you to keep people from breaking in line just as you reach whatever it is you were standing in line to reach. Now go be nice to some Chinese person!
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