We got Ming this morning. We got there about 30 minutes before they arrived (he had about a 3 hour drive). Our guide came running to us saying "he's here, he's here". The orphanage director and his Nannie brought him. We ran outside and there he was between the both of them. He was beautiful!!!!!!!!! He did really well except for when his Nannie went inside and he threw a fit. I had to pack him in and he wasn't happy. After about a minute he was fine. Later she came back in the room to answer questions we had about him and he had another melt down. It killed me. He was so upset about her leaving him. She told him over and over that he would have such a better life and she wanted that for him and not to cry because it would make mama cry too. He stopped.... well until we actually had to leave and he cried about 45 minutes.
He is so so smart! He started picking up on things so early. He loves Eddie's phone and lots and lots of candy. He looked huge when we got him but he had on 3 sweaters, 3 pants. When we got in the room we literally had to turn the air on because he wouldn't let us take anything off. Many hours later and a red little face he agreed to take off 2 outfits BUT keep the shoes on ha ha. No problem with the potty either! He is having a little trouble drinking and he took about a 15 minute nap but Eddie said while I was asleep he stayed right there but was looking around.
They told us that he is very mischievous sometimes and he tries to play with lighters!! He has uncovered everything here so far! Our guide just dropped by to take us to the market. He did really well and got a new movie, milk and pull ups.
He doesn't walk really well. If he bends over to pick up toys he will lose his balance. (ears has something to do with I bet) Plus his shoes are a little big but I don't think we will get those off anytime soon. He will reach for us, gives us food and shares toys. He is doing really well! I can't wait for the girls to see him. His Nannie said that he stared at the picture pillow all the time and would say our names and when they told him he was getting a family he acted much happier!
He has 2 best friends and they are both girls. One is 6 and the other is 3. The 3 years old had a tumor somewhere, and they expect she won't get adopted because of it. Let's hope shes does find her forever family. . and no I am not thinking that, but if we could we would!
Sweet I wov woos!!
Wow, it is amazing how things change. We feel like Ming has always been part of our family now. He and the girls act just like brother and sisters! He understands every thing we tell him to do, although he picks out the wrong color shoes to wear haha. He loves for mama to pick a couple outfits out and let HIM choose and makes his decision quickly. He doesn't hide food anymore (unless we are just not good seekers), and it is so cute to watch him eat. He sits as close as possible to the plate and moves just right at the edge of the table. He then opens his mouth wide and shovels it in! Somethings may NEVER change! He is walking so much better, but hasn't learned how to fall?! He just kinda....falls :o) We put him on Hannah's tricycle yesterday. Poor little thing didn't have a clue. But when he did take off, he ran right off the concrete about a foot down on the ground. He was perfectly fine without a scratch but we couldn't help but laugh. You know what they say about people falling (or maybe it's just our family that feels that way). He hugged me last week and for the first time without me saying a word he said, "Mama, I wov woo." How awesome is that? Well let me tell ya, YIPPE! Ming does love me!
Thanks Loretta :o)
All is OK, I just tripped....again!
A good size goose egg for his visa picture Monday
Hi from Guangzhou, almost done :o)
I wanted to share one story from this morning. Eddie said he heard Ming talking and going on last night in his sleep. This morning when I got up, I checked on him. He had his pajama bottoms off and his pullup was wrapped totally around his waist! AND the bed was wet haha. It looked like he tried to go anyway.
should have known by the smile that he already knew how to do this one
Peek A Boo From China
Something to know about shopping in Chengdu/China
Ok, just in case anyone is planning on traveling to China for the first time you need to know this. We went to a childrens store yesterday. It was full of everything you can imagine but very expensive. Even things made in China are much more expensive than in US. The clothing was in sections of brand. If you bought something in that section, it had to be paid for in that section. First you tell them what you want, they give you a ticket for the cost of item then you go pay for it. They give you the ticket back along with your receipt and then you go back to that department and claim that item. Same way with toys. You have sections of Chinese toys, Disney Toys and so on. If our guide wasn't with us we would have been in a Chinese prison some where! Imagine being in walmart and buying milk and having to get a ticket, pay for it, then claim it..... then go to the meat? It was very stressful, even the most avid shopper would not like shopping here.
Finally at 4pm
Better take while I see it...it may not happen again soon
First laughs out loud ;o)
Eden and Hannah
We are going to China
Ok, now its almost here! We are both very nervous and excited. We hate leaving our girls for so long, even though they will be in wonderful hands, and the long flight will probably not be so much fun either.
We leave Kentucky January 9th and arrive in Chengdu January 11th (US day January 10th--late). We will have Ming in our arms the morning of Monday January 12th. Don't know the exact time yet but probably 9:00 am (US time will be Sunday January 11th at 8:00 pm). Don't miss it! We will post as soon as we can so you should be able to see pics and updated info when you check on your Monday morning. We are hoping it is as easy as everyone says to access the internet in China, so keep your fingers crossed.
We leave Chengdu January 17 (US January 16) and fly into GZ. Our Consulate Appointment is scheduled for Tuesday January 20, and we go Wednesday January 21 for the swearing in ceremony.
January 22, Thursday, we will return home!!! So, we will arrive home Friday January 23!
We will not be using our cell phones so if you call us we may not answer because it will be way too expensive. We will have a special phone while in China that we can use to call home. Please send us emails or post on this blog if you are unable to contact us. We will call family members to keep them updated. AND remember us in the airports... Lexington is one thing..Beijing is another! :o)
We leave Kentucky January 9th and arrive in Chengdu January 11th (US day January 10th--late). We will have Ming in our arms the morning of Monday January 12th. Don't know the exact time yet but probably 9:00 am (US time will be Sunday January 11th at 8:00 pm). Don't miss it! We will post as soon as we can so you should be able to see pics and updated info when you check on your Monday morning. We are hoping it is as easy as everyone says to access the internet in China, so keep your fingers crossed.
We leave Chengdu January 17 (US January 16) and fly into GZ. Our Consulate Appointment is scheduled for Tuesday January 20, and we go Wednesday January 21 for the swearing in ceremony.
January 22, Thursday, we will return home!!! So, we will arrive home Friday January 23!
We will not be using our cell phones so if you call us we may not answer because it will be way too expensive. We will have a special phone while in China that we can use to call home. Please send us emails or post on this blog if you are unable to contact us. We will call family members to keep them updated. AND remember us in the airports... Lexington is one thing..Beijing is another! :o)
Le Xiao Ming (chinese name) Ming Canaan Melton (american)
Ming is 3 years old and resides in the LeShaun City Orphange in China. He was abandoned at only 2 days old. Updated information from these orphanges are almost impossible to gather but here's what we know. He is diagnosed with "brain paralysis" which is a vague diagnosis in american terms. He does have poor reflexes and delayed eye movement. Our goal is to get him home as soon as possible so we can get him evaluated by a medical doctor.
We have had many questions like, "why not adopt a baby in the US, so many need homes". Well they are right! Babies are babies, God made them the same no matter where they are from and it just so happens that we didn't choose China, God chose Ming for us. We fell in love with him. It didn't matter where he was from or that he is a special need child. No matter how you look at it, he has already been rejected once, we would never do such a thing!
Ming and our family are both blessed to have each other. Ming will have a forever family to love him no matter what and even better, we have him.
We have had many questions like, "why not adopt a baby in the US, so many need homes". Well they are right! Babies are babies, God made them the same no matter where they are from and it just so happens that we didn't choose China, God chose Ming for us. We fell in love with him. It didn't matter where he was from or that he is a special need child. No matter how you look at it, he has already been rejected once, we would never do such a thing!
Ming and our family are both blessed to have each other. Ming will have a forever family to love him no matter what and even better, we have him.
Our Timeline
November 26 LOI
February 23 PA
April 22 Home Study
June 5 USCIS Approval
July 30 DTC
August 6 LID
November 13 LOA 99 days of long long waiting
December 22 TA
January 12 Gotcha Day
January 20 Consulate Appointment
February 23 PA
April 22 Home Study
June 5 USCIS Approval
July 30 DTC
August 6 LID
November 13 LOA 99 days of long long waiting
December 22 TA
January 12 Gotcha Day
January 20 Consulate Appointment
Becky Lou , He is so cute. Those shoes that he wouldn't take off..They weren't cowboy boots were they...HA HA
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Loretta
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ReplyDeleteBecky & Eddie
ReplyDeleteWe are so happy for you all and hope that your trip goes safe. We think he will be fine, with a little time. Can he understand you okay? Can't wait to see you when you get back.
Love,
The Lab Rats
Becky & Eddie
ReplyDeleteWe are so happy for you all and hope that your trip goes safe. We think he will be fine, with a little time. Can he understand you okay? Can't wait to see you when you get back.
Love,
The Lab Rats
Hey Becky, It was good to hear from you this morning. I'm so glad that everything is going good. I can't wait to see that little rascal.
ReplyDeleteWe miss you,
Loretta & David
Congratulations on finally getting your baby Ming. I am so happy and excited for you guys. He is absolutely adorable. Hope you guys have a safe and happy trip home.
ReplyDeleteBeth Bowling (Turner)
Becky, I am so happy for you--and happy that Ming is with you and Eddie. I can't wait to meet him in person. He has such a large family now that he will have many, many friends. Don't worry about the shoes...I ate cigarette butts and I turned out ok. :-) Love you! --Joey
ReplyDeleteBecky & Eddie
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the addition to our family. We are all very excited.
Cant't wait to meet my new nephew.
Love,
Linda
P.S. The cigarette butt thing is news to me! :)
WooHoo! I am SO happy for you guys!! CCONGRATS! He is adorable!
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Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteThis is so exciting. Hopefully he will take his shoes off before bed! I am sure your Mom is looking down and crying tears of joy! Have a safe journey to Guangzhou and home to the US.
John & Danelle Daley (also HFS)
Congratulations! Im so happy for you and your family, he is beautiful. It was a long wait but Im sure you dont even remember that now. I hope we will be there soon. Cant wait to see the rest of your trip- soak up every moment:)Luci MacCormack(HFS waiting on TA)
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! Becky and Eddie he is beautiful can't wait to see him in person you all have a safe trip Ann and Ronnie
ReplyDeleteHey Becky, Brenda says she loves you and is very proud of you and Eddie.
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Loretta
Eddie,
ReplyDeleteGlad you finally got your boy. He is sooo cute. Mommy said to tell you (her favorite nephew) she is so proud of you, she loves you and can't wait to see you guys when you get home.
Love,
Teresa
Hey Baxter I am so glad that everything has went well.I know that today is a very sad day for you.... but I know that she would be so proud of you just as we all are.(Just know that she is watching and is with you every moment of the way and now you have your little angel.)He is sooooo cute I cant wait to see him.
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Michelle
Hey Becky, Eddie & Ming ,
ReplyDeleteGood morning...Can't wait to see the new pic's.
Love You,
Loretta
Eddie and Becky,
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! It sounds like you all have had a very busy past few days full of excitement. We know that you all will make such a wonderful family of 5 with your new son. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers!!!
Jason & Jessica Wolfe and family
CONGRATS!!!!! Can't wait till you get back to meet the newest member of the family. Kristie
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