Tram did ok on the drive there. She slept most of the time since we had to wake up so early. We have been sleeping in until about 10am every morning because there are no windows in our hotel room - so there is no sunlight to wake us up. We are changing rooms soon. We need a window!!
The Giving and Receiving Ceremony wasn't really a ceremony at all. We had an appointment at the Justice Department in Vung Tau at 11:30am. We had to stop at the orphanage to pick up some paperwork on the kids before we could go to the ceremony. When we pulled into the driveway of the orphanage, Tram got really excited. She knew where she was. We got the correct paperwork and then headed over to the Justice Department.
They call it the Giving and Receiving Ceremony so I thought that there would be alot of people there - you know, like city officials, the orphanage director, a judge?? But no -there was only one woman there. We sat down, signed a few papers, took a picture and then we were done. That's it. Tram was ours - no one can take her away now. Now all we have to do is work on getting the paperwork to get her out of the country.
3 comments:
Ahhhhh! She is adorable. I have been reading everything you write, Lan. I love hearing your news. Chris I love this picture. She looks so comfortable in your arms. Hopefully she's adjusting to her new family. I know it will take time. Don't expect too much too soon. She will be such a loved child that it will be no time before she's completely happy & spoiled. Saw Jaydon yesterday. He is quite happy and has your mom & dad hoppin'. You're in my prayers. Enjoy your visit. love, lynn
We are so happy for you. I have kept all that you have sent and read it often. Congratulations!! Sorry it took so long to respond. Just found out how to send comment. Hurry home. Hope you have a safe flight & not too much trouble with Tram. See you soon. Love you very much. Grandma Wills
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