31 July 2008

Isabella amazes us. She has such a fantastic and funny personality. Last night at dinner she started singing! And has decided she feels secure enough to start testing the boundaries a little! After repeatedly putting her feet on the dinning table despite being told not to, I told her off and told her she was being naughty in both English and Cantonese. She just looked at me and then put Eeyore on the table, pointed her finger at him and babbled at him as to tell him off as well!

Today we visited the Quingxiu mountain. Here is a picture of pagoda which we climbed to the top of for an amazing view of Nanning. Isabella then went to feed the Koi fish! They were huge and so greedy!

Here is a picture of her playing and bonding with Ba Ba on the floor! As you can see when she isnt being naughty, she is such a happy smiling child. Her orphanage pet name translates to 'happy' 'happy'.



We now have explosive nappy syndrome! I hope that its because two more of her bottom teeth are coming through, or the result of the mango that Ba Ba fed her yesterday, and not a 'tummy bug' although she is still eating and drinking normally and is fine. But she hates the rehdyration drink and, but already drinks so much water, I am not worried at this stage.

Tonight we get all the official adoption paperwork and Friday her passport and the on Saturday onto Guangzhou. So tomorrow we will have the day exploring Nanning, with lots of nappies packed in the bag!

6 comments:

Anonymous said...

Lovely to follow your exciting union with Isabella. How fantastic Isabella feels comfortable enough with you to be at all "naughty" thats a GOOD thing ! ! Really hoping the ENS is improved today !
Lottie

Anonymous said...

Checking in everyday to see the photos and read about your wonderful experiences getting to know Isabella. She is adorable and we're glad she is happy, happy !!!! Enjoy your day in Nanning tomorrow! Can't wait for more pictures.

Anonymous said...

Dear Suzanne,
You have all of the Landinos crying with laughter over your lively post! I love envisioning Miss Isabella scolding Eeyore!
Is Isabella's pet name Fu Fu from the orphanage? Have a great day.
Love,
Julie

Janet said...

Its fabulous following your adventures with your new daughter :-) Love the tale of Isabella telling off Eeyore :-)
Have fun
Love
Janet
xxx

Valeri said...

Isn't it amazing how quickly she feels comfortable with you???? I hope her belly is okay and she's not coming down with a bug. Make sure you have lots of nappies!! Isabella has the most beautiful smile!!!!

Rosie said...

Suzanne,
we have arrived back and I had to check your blog straightaway.Its fantastic to see all the photos and how Isabella is progressing.