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Sunday, October 11, 2009

Gotcha day came early!!!


We opened the door and our daughter walked right in!

We got a big surprise when we got to our hotel. Our guide told us Eden was already here and we could take her with us tonight if we wanted. Immediately we said, "Yes!" So an hour and a half later they walked right in. She walked in and came to me and wrapped her arms around me. The director and vice director came in and talked with us for a little bit. They let us ask questions about her daily routine. She has been happy and played with us all evening. She slept really good last night and is just starting to wake up now. She did amazing and we couldn't have asked for it to go better. We have to leave now to meet with the officials. We will post more later.  Love Sheila

14 comments:

Shannon said...

YEAH!!! Shout it from the rooftops, Eden Grace is with her forever family! She is gorgeous, and just look at that happy face. I can hardly wait to see the pictures of her in your arms. Tears of JOY for all of you!

Mom to my China Posse said...

Congratulations! Glad everything is going so well. Kathy

Amy said...

How exciting to see how God has answered your prayers. Everyone was soooo excited to hear the news that you got her early. We can't wait to meet her.

Anonymous said...

GRACIE. WE CAN'T WAIT TO GET YOU HOME AND GIVE YOU HUGS! WE LOVE YOU ALREADY! SHEILA, JONATHAN, JORDAN. WE MISS YOU AND LOVE YOU SO VERY MUCH! LOVE ON HER FOR MEEMAW AND TELL HER WE LOVE HER. MOM

Jenny said...

Praising God for giving you Eden early! I am very excited for you and can't wait to meet her when you get back!! I will continue to pray for your trip and the rest of the process!

Anonymous said...

God is good. We are waiting for the pics!! Julie H.

Anonymous said...

O happy day! It looks like Eden is the perfect addition to the Peters family. We are filled with joy for you!
Barb and Grant (& family)

Anonymous said...

We are so happy for your family, the pictures are wonderful, thank you for keeping everyone posted. There were claps of joy yesterday as they announced that Eden came early. She is beautiful & looks so happy. Congratulations Peter's family. I'm sure Christ & Micah can hardly wait to meet their new little sister. Enjoy your time in China.

The Verbeke Family

TracyGilmore said...

Sheila,
I have been following you and as I watched you with your daughter tears were streaming and my throat had a huge lump! Those precious arms around your neck.....God has certainly blessed Eden with a wonderful Mommy & Daddy! Keep us posted here so your second church family can continue to pray for your return!!
Love,
Tracy

Anonymous said...

Oh my gosh - what a beauty! I can't wait to see some more pics of your beautiful little girl. I know it has been a long 2 years for you guys, but God has shown Himself faithful once again! I know that Eden Grace was well worth the wait! And from your wonderful reception, it sounds like your family has already been written on her heart! We love you!

Terry and Deb

Kelly said...

Congratulations on the BEAUTIFUL addition to your family...This is the day the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad!!!

Sharon said...

Sending a big KY WOOOOHOOOO all the way to China! Can't wait for more photos.

Mark Tullis said...

The Tullis family is tickled! We are so glad for many reasons. We have been praying for you all, and the fact that the trip has gone so well and your precious little one is happy really fills us with joy. God bless you all. We look forward to your return. Please let us know if we can be of help when you get back...

Sarah Ballard said...

She is so cute! Congratulations from Josh and I. He said he can't see her real well in the picture-so post more! :-) We are praying for you!