Another Silin Update

After nearly two weeks of waiting, we got some updated Silin information through Ladybugs and Love (a service in China that makes calls to ask questions and sends care packages). We didn't get new photos but the orphanage said that they used the disposable camera we sent with her care package and that they'll return it when we come for her. I asked the questions and here are the responses:

1. Has Si Lin seen our photos and does she know she will have parents and three brothers soon? Yes, she’s seen it. Si Lin loves her brothers. 2. Did our care package for Si Lin including a blanket, clothes, and stuffed Minnie Mouse ever arrive at the orphanage? Yes. 3. Does Si Lin still take a nap during the day? If so, at what time and for how long? Yes. 12:00pm until 2:00pm. 4. Can Si Lin use a spoon, straw, or chopsticks? She can use them all. 5. Does Si Lin get up during the night to use the bathroom? No. 6. Did she have any prior serious illness, accidents, or injuries? Has she ever been hospitalized? No. 7. Is Si Lin currently taking any medication? If so, what is she being treated for? No. 8. What would you like me to tell Si Lin when she grows up about her first home in the Kaiyuan CWI? We hope she will know how she grew up. 9. Is there a specific toy that you think I should bring with us for her that she likes….a ball, or doll, or something else? Si Lin loves dolls. 10. Would you like to keep in contact with us? Yes. 11. Her updated measurements: Height: 92cm; Weight: 9.1kg; Foot: 16cm. So, although we didn't get any new photos, all the information is good. She is finally more than 20 lbs and believe me, we are getting excited. When I sent this to Yami, his reply was, "Wow - she can use chopsticks! We'll have her home soon." Yes, that is where she'll be soon.....home....how beautiful is that? After waiting so long, Silin finally has a home......