Shopping & Drs.Appt.

Today was a pretty busy day. We started out with a trip to a Chinese Department store. They had some neat things, but their buying system was a little weird. You would pick out what item you wanted and then hand it to a sales person who would write up a ticket. You would then take the ticket to a center pay station. Once you paid you would go back around to the different departments and pick up your items. It didn't seem very efficient. We also finally ate at a McDonald's. The whole group was pretty happy to have some real American Food. It all tasted pretty much the same.

Me and another mom (Deb) had to use the restrooms. We figured in a nice Department store that there would be some western potties. Nope....they were squatty potties. It wasn't too bad - quick in and out. I am must not sure how you would do it in heels OR if you had some GI problems. I guess the Chinese ladies have some pretty strong thighs.

They were tons of people. I know that China has billions of people, but it really doesn't seem like many of them have 9-5 jobs. Over all everyone has been very nice and helpful. The driving here makes DC traffic look like a cake walk. Cars, buses, bikes and pedestrians all share the roadway. Everyone plays chicken with each other.

After we got back, Addison and the rest of the babies had their Dr. appts. Addison was weighed (19.6 lbs), measured (30.5 in), and checked out by an ENT. She passed!

She is truly amazing. On Gotcha Day she would stay in one place and wouldn't move. Today she was walking all over the place. She is interested in everything...especially anything we put in our mouth. It is amazing what a little love and attention will do for a child. Even though it has only been four days, it seems like Addison has always been a part of our lives. We are so blessed ot have her in our lives. I can't wait for her to meet her Dad and big brother in a week.