Saturday, September 1

Saturday, 1 September 2007
Another day, another breakfast followed by a two-hour session of paperwork completion. One member of each family met with Peter to finish filling out paperwork needed for the American consulate trip later next week. After that we had the rest of the day free. We brought Kate to the playroom for some more fun. The first time she was with Eliz and Gram while I was working on the paperwork and took her first few steps that I think Gram may have caught on her camera. Anyone that knows Gram and her cameras knows what I mean when I say she “may” have caught it on her camera. I was broken hearted when I found out I missed it, but was partially rewarded later in the day when I was playing with her while Gram and Eliz were out and about. She crawled a bit and stood up a bit, but as we were getting ready to leave she stood up and took two steps right to my outstretched arms. It was a great moment. The picture with the orange ball was seconds before she stood up on her own. It is good to see her make progress.

Each day we continue to learn a little more about her. She really enjoys throwing her toys down and laughing when she looks at you. Here's another picture of her in the play room laughing and playing with a ball. Her stacking cups are some of her favorite toys. She will reach out and give it to you and say “gah!”. It is so funny. When eating, she has really started reaching out at things. This morning she actually knocked a glass of apple juice out of Gram’s hand. We have to clear the part of the table where she sits because she will reach out and snag anything.

Later in the evening we walked over to the Holiday Inn Shifu where two other families are staying. There is a large pedestrian street that is nothing but stores. We grabbed a bite to eat at the KFC and walked around the rather large pearl market underneath some seven story mall. The scene on the street reminded me of Bourbon Street during Mardi Gras or New Years, there were people everywhere. Navigating it with several families and strollers in tow was a nice challenge. I've included a picture of the street for your viewing pleasure.

Farewell until later,

KEG.