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In February, my host account for this website goes up for renewal and I will not be renewing.
It was a hard decision. We have made so many new friends through this blog- we connected with families adopting from China and were able to watch some of those family “unions” first hand.
We’ve also had the privilege of sharing our lives and our stories here- and we’ve connected with several new friends who have emailed and commented and kept in touch.
Out of respect for our daughters’ growing need for privacy, our family’s intended move into a new chapter of overseas living, and my personal transition from stay-at-home-mom to working mom… the time has come.
Most of our family and friends have found us on Facebook, so we are still connected, just in new ways.
I’m leaving this up until February when the host site will eventually close my account. I hope to get my act together and have a book made for Keith and I and the girls of this blog- it is a great ‘memoir’ of our time in China together.
Thank you to all of those who have read and shared and commented the past few years- and please don’t be a stranger!
November 4th, 2009 at 9:38 pm
I certainly understand your decision, but I will miss following your family’s life adventure. Thanks for your help when my daughter studied in China.
November 4th, 2009 at 9:44 pm
I also understand and respect your decision, but I have loved following your journey and had many chuckles over your experience in China (bikes, taxis, shopping)…it was all so very interesting!
Best wishes on your next adventure.
November 4th, 2009 at 9:48 pm
I am sorry to hear about this. I was looking forward to hearing about your adventures in Korea. I do certainly understand your reasons, though. I have found you on facebook and will continue to keep up to date, but those little blurbs just don’t do your sense of humor justice. Please continue to post pictures on FB - I love your photography.
My DH and I are no longer eligible for adoption from China, though we were really hoping to head back one more time for a special needs child. Your blog has really helped me relive my time in China and made me chuckle and say “remember when” about my adoptions and ease the “homesick” feeling I have for China, her culture, her people, and her children.
November 4th, 2009 at 9:56 pm
How terribly sad. Yours was my favorite, most anticipated daily read when you were actively blogging. Loved the stories of your day-to-day China life! Don’t do Facebook, so will miss your stories very much! Hope you return to blogging one day!
November 4th, 2009 at 11:01 pm
I will miss reading your blog, but I’m on Facebook, so I’m glad that I’ll still “see” you around! I totally understand your privacy concerns, and the need to simplify with your ongoing and upcoming transitions.
November 4th, 2009 at 11:08 pm
November 4th, 2009 at 11:13 pm
It has been an enjoyment ready your blog (I found you through your sister and her through crafts)…Perhaps one day I will get to reconnect with you if you ever create anymore personalized fonts.
I wish you the best on your journey!
November 4th, 2009 at 11:15 pm
I have really enjoyed reading your blog about you and your family in China. I am really going to miss it.
Carolyn
November 4th, 2009 at 11:22 pm
*peaking out of spot where I usuallylurk* I can understand why you’re not renewing but I have to admit that I will miss your posts. It has been amazing to follow you and your family in your adventures. It always brightened my day when you put up a new post. I wish you all the best in the future!
November 4th, 2009 at 11:27 pm
I had met you online through SCS and through your sister, several years ago. Been faithful reader but don’t really comment much anymore. I just LOVED reading about your journey to China and how it is so different from the USA.
I’ll be looking for you and looking forward to reconnecting with you again.
November 4th, 2009 at 11:30 pm
I am very sad to hear that, but I also understand it. I found your blog shortly after you arrived in China and have enjoyed reading about your adventures, and have learned an amazing amount about life in China from your posts.
November 4th, 2009 at 11:46 pm
I have thoroughly enjoyed your blog and learning about life in China — I’m going to miss it! You’ve shared such fun things (and no, I was never bored!), and I was always amazed about how life is in China — some place I can’t even imagine living. But I do understand . . . life gets busy, kids grow up, times change. I wish you and your family all the very best that life can bring!
November 5th, 2009 at 12:20 am
I am going to miss reading about your adventures, also. I checked your blog first before any others each day. As I understand the need for privacy of your girls, I still will miss the updates on your fascinating moments in China and beyond!
Good luck to you and your wonderful family in your future ventures. I’ll look for you on Facebook!! Take care,
Becky in Wisconsin
November 5th, 2009 at 12:43 am
I shall miss the blog!
November 5th, 2009 at 12:54 am
I will greatly miss your stories but truly understand. I have been a huge fan of yours since the beginning of SCS. Your stories and polls always cracked me up! Thanks for sharing your adventures in China and I wish your family the best in your future.
November 5th, 2009 at 1:59 am
I have been an avid reader since your move to China. I loved reading about your adventures in China. I will miss checking out your blog on a daily basis! Good luck to you and your family in your future travels!
November 5th, 2009 at 2:03 am
oh no! I was looking forward to hearing how you settle into your next place. I have so enjoyed this blog, it was so educational to get a peek at a different culture through your eyes. Good luck with everything.
November 5th, 2009 at 2:08 am
This is understandable, but sad
I enjoyed reading about your adventures in China. Good luck and God be with you!
November 5th, 2009 at 2:25 am
Well, I’ll miss you in Blogland, but I completely understand. There is a season for everything, and the season for this blog is ending. I’ve enjoyed the ride, and thanks for sharing your lives with us!
November 5th, 2009 at 2:30 am
We’ll miss your blog Kimberly. I have enjoyed it immensely. Best of wishes for you and your family on your next adventures. God bless you all!
November 5th, 2009 at 3:15 am
I too will miss your adventures. I have been reading since the beginning and truly miss the daily updates. I understand but hope that you can teach us as much about Korea when you get there. I have found you on facebook but will miss the blog.
Thank you for sharing yourselves with my family and may our Father be with you.
November 5th, 2009 at 3:23 am
I, too, will be missing your family updates. Blessings to you as you continue on where God leads you!
November 5th, 2009 at 3:40 am
I have been reading your blog since i found you on Splitcoast stampers before you even moved to China and have enjoyed your every post. I’m sad and will really miss your blog but understand your need to move on as your family grows and your life changes.
November 5th, 2009 at 3:47 am
I definitely understand, but I will also miss reading about your adventures.
November 5th, 2009 at 4:06 am
Good luck to you and yours .
November 5th, 2009 at 4:14 am
I am so sad to see you give up blogging but certainly understand. You have educated so many of us with your stories of life in China. I often repeat your adventures to my husband so we both enjoyed them. Good luck to you and your darling family in your next adventure.
November 5th, 2009 at 4:53 am
Will miss your blog! But I completely understand. Somehow it has been comforting to me to have a glimpse into life in China while we endured a long wait for our second child from China. Wishing you all the best on your next adventure.
November 5th, 2009 at 5:23 am
It’s been a joy reading this. Since my hubby no longer travels to the Far East (retired) I loved reading and seeing the beauty of it thru others eyes. I hope you can archive this site somewhere (maybe Google blog?) simply for the history of it. Others will discover your beautiful writings along the way. Safe landings whereever you go.
November 5th, 2009 at 5:49 am
Been lovely to “meet” you on line, and follow your adventures.
Every time I use one of your fonts, I have a wee chat to Dad about you.
Wishing you every blessing to you and your family and your next chapter awaiting you.
November 5th, 2009 at 6:09 am
I have truly enjoyed reading your blog (which I found through your sister Emily’s blog) and getting a glimpse into your daily life abroad. It has been very enlightening and will be missed. Thank you for sharing and good luck on your future adventures. Warmest regards - Jenn
November 5th, 2009 at 7:00 am
Aaah, that’s so sad. Seriously, I kind of got teary eyes and I don’t even know you in person! I don’t comment all the time but I still read your adventures through my GReader when you post. How long has it been… almost 2-yrs now? I love to travel and one day I’d love to go to China and maybe do something for a non-profit. I have two girls too and they’re all over my blog. Maybe one day I might go your direction with the blog or just keep the girls our or lessen their presence but for now things are still ok. We’re moving to the UK in a few months and very much looking forward to our new adventure there. Good luck with everything, I’m sure it’ll be lovely. I’d love to follow you through FB but I’m only an online follower and you probably keep your FB to people you know more.
November 5th, 2009 at 7:55 am
I feel like I know you from your blog. I like many others haven’t been too chatty with comments, but I check in just about 4 times a week. I am on Facebook but we aren’t really acquainted. I will miss the updates! You have added alot to my education abLyyout life around the world from IL!
November 5th, 2009 at 8:05 am
I will miss reading about your experiences! I hope to find you on facebook–I’m still trying to figure it all out, LOL!
November 5th, 2009 at 8:09 am
Awww…I’m going to miss you and your wonderful stories of life in another country! I’ll look for you on FB!
November 5th, 2009 at 8:47 am
Sad to see you leave the blogging community. I really enjoyed reading about your stories in China, and hearing how all about how Dad is working in your lives. Thanks for sharing your many stories!!
November 5th, 2009 at 9:04 am
We love reading - and will keep intouch via FB…we too went private with the blog - if you want access - just send me an email via fb - This will make a fun book to look back on in 10 yrs when the girls are driving (eee gads ) etc…
Chat at FB
c & k in FL
November 5th, 2009 at 9:56 am
I will really miss reading about your adventures but I understand the reasoning behind it. I’m on FB but since I’ve never met you IRL,it would feel a little weird to “friend” you - plus it would seem the opposite of your desire for privacy for you and your girls so I guess this is goodbye
Best of luck to you all as your continue on your journey!
November 5th, 2009 at 10:07 am
“Du Ribt Yrts” will live in the smiling part of my heart forever. Love you and thank you for sharing this part of your life with us. I am lucky to have found your stories. All the best of luck to you and your family in your future adventures.
OxOxOxO Wendilou
November 5th, 2009 at 11:15 am
Although I have never commented on your blog, I have really loved reading your experiences/challenges in China. I found your blog via your sister right before you moved to China and have read your blog ever since. I will miss reading your blog. You really are a talented writer. Good luck on your next journey!
November 5th, 2009 at 11:22 am
Kimberly,
I have loved each of your entries starting back when you shared your creations and digiscrapping to the adventures in a different culture through American eyes. You have a talent for writing with great voice. I have laughed (the translated signs are a fav) and even cried (the video from an adoptive family that began at a train station- wow) as you shared experiences and how Dad lead your way. I completely understand the need for privacy, but will miss your updates. Maybe we can reconnect on FB.
Hugs,
Christy
“cpine”
November 5th, 2009 at 12:40 pm
Aww, man. I was so looking forward to reading about your adventures in S. Korea when this year is up. It’s been an interesting insight into your life in China so far and I’ll miss that. I hope you’ll reconsider someday and maybe try blogging again.
Best of luck!
November 5th, 2009 at 12:52 pm
I have enjoyed reading your blog so much! Your adventures in China have been fascinating. Thank you for sharing them with all of us and I wish you and your family the best in years to come! Perhaps you will miss sharing your adventures sometime in the future and decide to blog once again.
November 5th, 2009 at 1:38 pm
As a mom of 2 daughters born in China , I’ve thouroughly enjoyed the view of Chinese life as you brought all of us. I too will be sad. HAve not searched you on FB since I felt that was too intrusive, but thanks for sharing your experiences for us to live vicariously through you!
Best to you and your family.
Jeanne
p.s.: You shoudl definately make that book before your pages disappear!
November 5th, 2009 at 7:29 pm
Thank you for a wonderful story to tell about a expat family!
To create your book, check out Blurb - I used it to create a family cookbook, but they also offer a variety of books that can be made, including creating one of blog entries.
Good luck to you and your family thru your life’s adventure!
November 5th, 2009 at 8:46 pm
Seriously, you’re leaving? How can you do this to us? sniff, sniff! Ok, fine…I understand, but I’m not happy about it. I wish you all the best in your life’s journey and pray God’s peace for you and your family!!!
November 5th, 2009 at 9:14 pm
I definitely understand, but hate to see your blog go. It was always a great read. I figured something was up when you didn’t update it much any more. I think making a book of the blog is a great idea!!! What a keepsake it will be!! See you on Facebook!!
November 5th, 2009 at 9:45 pm
I will miss you and wish you well.
November 5th, 2009 at 10:05 pm
welll i guess i should find you on FB then?
November 5th, 2009 at 10:49 pm
I too will be sad to see this blog go, I loved reading all about your family. And your writing about daily life in China made me LOL so many times! I will definitely miss reading all about the differences abroad! Good luck to you all in the future!
November 5th, 2009 at 11:55 pm
I must admit I’ve been a lurker, but I’ve followed your blog for a few years since I found you on SCS. Thanks for sharing your life and times in such a well-written manner. I’ll miss your blog! I don’t know you personally, so I won’t try to find you on Facebook, but I wish you the best!
November 6th, 2009 at 12:04 am
Oh Kimberly, I sooooooo understand all your reasons, but need you to know how much I will miss you and this blog. I have a daughter adopted from China and have just loved learning not only about your family, but about life in China. I was looking forward to learning about S. Korea next. I will try to find you on facebook. I feel like I’m losing a friend. I’ve been reading and keeping up with your family since you moved to China. Your blog is the first one I check each day. I will think of you often, and wish you Godspeed as you enter a new chapter in your life. Thanks for allowing me the exreme pleasure of sharing your joys and hardships on this amazing journey to China.
You will be missed. God Bless you and your family!
Shirley Hauer
Kissimmee, FL
November 6th, 2009 at 1:09 am
I understand your reasons for no longer blogging, but I’m still so sad. I loved reading your blog everyday. Yours is the first one I would check when I had some time. I wish you very well in your soon to be new home, I hope it’s a smooth transition, as far as transitions go. God Bless in your new adventures!
Amy
November 6th, 2009 at 2:49 am
I totally support your decision, but will miss you and this blog of your life in China. I’ve loved your pics and written descriptions and feel like I”ve learned so much.
Thank you sor sharing your adventure thus far with us.
God Bless you and your family as you continue to live and grow with each new turn in the road.
Take care — see you on Facebook.
November 6th, 2009 at 4:29 am
I’m sad to see these stories end. First it was SCS, now here.
The first time I read a post on SCS by you it was about the decision of pierced ears about 4 years ago. Crazy how time flies. Will look for you on FB
November 6th, 2009 at 7:41 am
I too totally understand your decision not to blog anymore but I will miss it immensely. I am also one who will never meet you in person but who has gained so much from “knowing you”. I will never get to China but in a small way I feel so much closer to China and it’s people because of you. I was hoping to gain some understanding about Korea and it’s people from you too. May God blessings be with you and your family and maybe someday we will “meet” again in this new world called cyberspace.
November 6th, 2009 at 9:08 am
From SCS to here, I have been a “fan.” I will miss reading your adventures but I understand your reasons for deciding not to continue. Family is always a priority and thank you for sharing a little bit of your family with the cyber world! May God continue to bless you and your family!
November 6th, 2009 at 9:57 am
I sure hot to see this post. I have enjoyed following your journey. You write so well. I will continue to pray for your family in whatever is next on your path. Thank you for sharing this time with us.
Elizabeth
November 6th, 2009 at 9:33 pm
Like the others, my daily blog hopping will be missing its first stop. I’ve lived vicariously through you since your move to China countdown and will really miss your blog. I guess I will have to find another overseas family to live vicariously through
But as He says, “there is a time for everything, and a season for every activity….a time to scatter stones and a time to gather…a time to embrace and a time to refrain…a time to be silent and a time to speak…”
November 7th, 2009 at 5:30 am
Kimberly, I’m so sorry to hear this news, but I understand. I will miss your witty writing and fun stories. I was so looking forward to seeing Korea through your eyes. I have loved reading all your posts here. Thanks so much for opening up to strangers and educating us on so many facets of life in China. Blessings.
November 7th, 2009 at 8:25 am
While I definitely understand, I have to say that I am very sad about this. My girls have loved reading your blog with me and learning all about your girls and your life in China. They talk about China all the time. In fact, tonight we were talking about scorpions and my oldest said that she thinks there are lots of scorpions in China. You have become a part of our lives and we will miss reading your stories and adventures.
I have said it before, but if you are looking for some pen pals for your girls just let me know. Mine are 5 & 6 and they would love it.
November 7th, 2009 at 8:25 am
I almost forgot, good luck in all of your future endeavors.
November 7th, 2009 at 8:36 am
You have truely touched my life & given me new perspectives on so many things! I’m tearing up as I’m typing this.
Thank you for letting me into your life (good, bad, ugly, happy, every
changing…) the past few years & giving me a glimpse of life in China.
Goodbye - much love & preyers to you, your family, your current life & the next chapter to your life. Each time I think of China I will think of you & say a little prey of thanks & wonderful wishes!
I feel like there is more to say but can’t think of it - you really should put this into a book, you are a wonderful writer!
November 7th, 2009 at 9:05 am
HI KIMBERLY
I DON’T KNOW WHAT MY DAYS WILL BE LIKE WITHOUT READING ABOUT ALL OF YOU….WATCHING THE GIRLS GROW…THEY ARE SO BEAUTIFUL…AND LEARNING ABOUT CHINA…MUCH LUCK TO YOU ALL.. GOOD HEALTH AND HAPPINESS……MAYBE YOU CAN COME BACK ONCE IN A WHILE……WHAT A TREAT THAT WOULD BE…….STAY SAFE……
LORRI…FROM HARVEYS LAKE..PA.
November 7th, 2009 at 12:04 pm
I stumbled upon your blog just before your move (I read your sisters blog) I was new to the blog world and found yours really fascinating. I can not imagine doing what you and your hubby did! I so appreciate all of the things that you have shared about life in China. I will miss your perspective on the world! I find your blog inspiring and brave and from the other comments… I hope you know how much you have offered out in cyberspace has really enriched us “out there”! Just like the comment before mine…..i wish i could say more but just can’t put it to words! I tried! Have a wonderful time with your next adventures!
November 7th, 2009 at 12:58 pm
Oh, I will miss you so much. I wish all of you the best on the next part of you journey. You will brighten lives wherever you go. Be blessed.
November 7th, 2009 at 7:35 pm
Awwww….. I’m going to miss you!
I have enjoyed your blog so much! Getting to see and read about life in another country. A country that I know so little about. Just the day to day life of living there was such interesting information. I have enjoyed watching your family grow so I thank you for your wonderful writings!! Good luck on your upcoming venture and I hope you will give somemore thought to continuing a blog in your new country. I will miss you and good luck.
November 8th, 2009 at 12:44 pm
BUMMER! I will miss your blog! Best wishes to you and your family as you continue your journey in China!
November 8th, 2009 at 9:08 pm
Sob. I’ve loved your blog since I found it on Ravelry. We are your neighbors to the north in Shenyang. We’ll miss you. Many blessings as you move forward in the path that He has called you to.
November 9th, 2009 at 12:48 am
You dont know me but i have been reading your blog for almost 2 years now. I have learned some much about China and life there. I even have told friends who are or were serviving in China as ministaries to read your blog. They always found it helpful. It was like we had a friend in China to turn to.
Many blessing to you and your families as your grow and share in God’s goodness.
Sad- now know will I learn about life in Korea from?
November 9th, 2009 at 7:42 am
Sorry to see you go - it’s been a great insight into the Work in China to read your blog. Blessings - hope I see you around Ravelry!
November 9th, 2009 at 11:59 am
As others have mentioned, I’ve really enjoyed reading your blog. I feel like I’ve lived vicariously through your descriptions of daily life there. Thanks for sharing your time and your talents as a writer.
November 9th, 2009 at 12:28 pm
Blessings to you and your family. Thanks for sharing your experiences in the east with all of us, whether you know us personally or not. Thanks for sharing your Family relationship, too.
November 10th, 2009 at 1:26 am
Oh I will miss your blog!! Have followed you ever since you were on SCS. I am too old I feel for facebook but will have one of my grown children check your site every so often. I have had the privilege of visiting China but saw it from a completely different view through your eyes. Thank you for everything you shared about your family (going to miss those pictures of the girls!) and your adopted country. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
November 10th, 2009 at 4:14 am
I have never commented before, but have been reading your blog since the beginning. I don’t even remember anymore how I found it, but I’ve truly enjoyed every word. Reading about your family’s experience has been so educational. There have been many times where I’ve repeated information/stories to people around me. I will always remember your family, even if I never knew you in person. Good luck to you all in the future.
November 10th, 2009 at 12:03 pm
I totally understand how you must protect your family’s privacy…I will miss your story and your beautiful pictures. God bless all of you and the work you are doing in China.
November 10th, 2009 at 6:31 pm
hope you will change your mind, and stay on line
it’s a great webside, much different from all thos “standard” china travelers
November 10th, 2009 at 9:53 pm
You will be missed!
November 10th, 2009 at 10:16 pm
Oh…I’ll miss your updates!! I’ve loved reading about your adventures in China!! However, I can certainly understand the need to move on. Looking forward to hearing tidbits about how you’re doing from Emily’s blog or via Facebook.
November 11th, 2009 at 5:22 am
I will miss your blog. Best wishes to you and your family!
November 11th, 2009 at 7:48 am
is soo sad :o( I’ve followed you from SCS… I hope we can become facebook friends :o)
November 11th, 2009 at 9:23 am
I too followed you from SCS–never commented much there either but I want to tell you how much I have enjoyed reading your blog and have been amazed so many times with how you and your family have adapted to and handled the situations you’ve faced in China. I have also learned so much about a place I will probably never visit. I pray God will richly bless each one of you as you continue to serve Him in such a special and unique way.
November 11th, 2009 at 2:02 pm
Thank you for sharing your time in China with everyone! It has been an inspiration to me and a reality check all at the same time! Two of our children were adopted from China and I have always had a dream of living there but with my husband in the military and our family connections with that country, it will not be possible for quite some time! I will definitely look for you on Facebook. Blessings to each of you! Lisa C.
November 11th, 2009 at 6:11 pm
Oh
I’ll miss reading your daily-life blog entries, but I imagine I understand your decision. Bl’ssings, and see you on Facebook and around Asia.
November 13th, 2009 at 12:56 am
I just want you to know that it has been such a blessing to watch you and your family walk in faith and allow DAD to lead you out of your comfort zone and into the unknown. You are an inspiration and I have enjoyed every moment that you have allowed me to follow along with you. I wish you many blessings, you will be missed.
November 13th, 2009 at 1:02 am
Althought I certainly understand your need for family privacy, I will really miss reading your blog about life in China. I was also looking forward to learning about S. Korea too. You have a beautiful family, and best wishes for a continued happy life. You have a beautiful writing style, and should consider writing a book … I’d buy it!
November 13th, 2009 at 2:15 pm
Despite how busy you will be, I hope that you will continue to faithfully document your journey off-line for your daughters. Facebook will never do you justice, as your incredible gift for prose and photography will be so abbreviated there. You have poured such heart and soul into this blog, and it was so kind of you to share your experiences with all of us. You will be deeply missed.
November 14th, 2009 at 3:45 pm
Thank you for sharing your life in China. I learned so much from reading your blog. Thank you.
November 15th, 2009 at 6:25 pm
As the mom to two daughters adopted from China, I have so enjoyed reading your blog. I will miss hearing an American’s view of life in an Asian country. Your daughters are adorable and remind me of mine, now ages 7 and 8.
Good luck with the transition to Korea. I will miss hearing about your adventures so much.
November 20th, 2009 at 8:54 am
What a wonderful gift you have given in sharing your life in such a public and time consuming way. I have felt so much richer to have a small look at you and your wonderful family, I’ve laughed and been inspired. Thanks for many enjoyable hours of reading and best of luck to you as you transition from here and on to other things.
November 21st, 2009 at 5:15 am
I will very much miss reading your blog! You have such a way with words and it was so generous to share your life in China with us. I always read but rarely commented but wanted you to know that your family will always hold a special place in my heart! Good luck to you on your future adventures!
Jen
November 21st, 2009 at 7:23 am
We’ve never met and I don’t think I have ever commented, but I will miss you very much. Thank you for sharing so much of your experience. It’s been an education for all of us lucky enough to have found you. You’ve been an inspiration to me, as a mother and with your relationship with Dad. Tell Emily to post about you ocassionally please.
Best of luck to you and your family. I know Dad will continue to keep you and bless you.
November 26th, 2009 at 6:51 pm
i have read you daily, i follow you and your sis on SCS.
i shall miss you.
God Bless.
November 28th, 2009 at 11:54 am
As a NZer living in Australia who found you through Ravelry (I’m Frangipani), I have loved reading your blog! And I’m really not a blog reader, lol, but yours has been facinating. There are parts I have related to and other parts that have hugely opened my eyes. I have just so much enjoyed reading about your adventures and your heart for others too. Best of luck with this new journey to come, and thank you for sharing what you have so far, even with complete strangers like me! It has been a blessing
- Lauren
November 29th, 2009 at 11:21 am
I am really going miss reading about your family. I have enjoyed reading about your experiences in China. I first learned about you on Splitcoast and have followed your blog since then. Good luck on your move and best wishes for the future.
November 29th, 2009 at 1:51 pm
I am very sad that we won’t get this regular visit with you. It was a highlight and I felt that it kept me connected to you…though there was no way for you to feel the same about us. I certainly understand the need to simplify/prioritize/focus. Love you all heaps and can’t wait to hear more about your saga, somehow, someday.
November 30th, 2009 at 4:38 am
thanks for your cheerful honesty - may you’all thrive in your next assignment!
with my prayers,
Betsy
December 13th, 2009 at 10:03 pm
I’m sad tooo … I loved tot read your blog of your life overthere in China. I’m a adoption mom too of a chinese girl and I’m very interested in daily living in China. The beautiful pictures you made .. etc.
I wish you a very nice time overthere and a lot of luck with your family!
Best wishes!
Agnes.
December 22nd, 2009 at 8:58 am
I am going to miss your blog so much. I have two daughters adopted from China, so hearing your stories was always a thrill to me. I am excited about your next journey, but will miss hearing about your life. Thank you for sharing it with us.
December 22nd, 2009 at 11:49 am
this is random i know, but i just came a across your blog today and i have a couple of questions for you about your life abroad as my husband (a teacher) & I (& 2 kids) are looking into teaching abroad for the upcoming school year (and beyond) there is so much info out there that i feel a bit lost and i was wondering if you had a moment if you could send me and email so i might ask you a couple questions. i did not see a email contact on your blog. please i am not spam…just another mom reaching across the world to another mom. thanks
December 22nd, 2009 at 1:40 pm
I wish I could find your contact info on here, but this looks like the best way to reach you! Sorry! Feel free to delete!
So, I love love love your ‘just me again down here’ font and I would like to use it for my website. I am building an online boutique selling socially conscious gifts and decor. You have it marked free for personal use. I would be happy to pay your for it. Let me know!
Wish you the best in your new adventure!
January 4th, 2010 at 12:42 pm
Not to come off all stalker like here.. but were you in Hong Kong recently? i could swear i saw you and your daughter (or lookalikes) at the Causeway Central library last week.
Long time reader here,