One year since Gotcha Day!

Emily on Gotcha Day 2010

Emily today Gotcha day 2011

Mommy and Emily 2010

Mommy and Em 1 year later!

I can't believe it has been a whole year since I met my little Emily. One whole year since she has been my daughter. I cannot tell you when I look back how much she has changed. You would never know she was born in China. She is an American girl 100%! Last year at this time she couldn't hardly say Momma, now she is talking up a storm. My girl is growing like a weed...well, she has grown 2 inches taller and gotten 7 lbs heavier since Gotcha Day. So she is still my little peanut and always will be.

Emily is a very independent little girl, loves people and loves to eat! She is attending preschool and loves it. She gets to ride the bus too. I get asked every morning if she is going to ride the bus, lol...silly girl. Emily fits into our family so well. She loves her Mema and Beba (Grandma and Grandpa) as well as Aunt Chimene, Uncle Michael and the boys. We call her our Polish Chinese Princess!

I owe a gratitude of thanks to my Mom, Dad and my friends for helping me watch Em, while I am at work...it has meant so much to have them take care of her for me while I work.

I couldn't have asked for a better daughter. God has truly blessed me with a keeper. She is sensitive and caring and the apple of Mommies eye. I thank God everyday for Emily and the happiness and joy she brings me. She truly is a blessing and I love her so much. Happy Gotcha day peanut, Mommy loves you!

One year ago today...

One year ago today, my sister and I were on a 13 hours plane ride to China. I can't believe it has been a year. Where does the time go. It is amazing to see how much she has changed in just a year. This past year has been incredible and I wish I could do it all again. God is good, that is for sure.

1st day of preschool!

Emily and her piggies!

Mommy and Em

Cheese, ready for school.

Loved her shadow

Saying "Hi" to Ms. Deb

Off to school she goes, sniff sniff

Today was Emily's first day of preschool. She was a little tired this morning, but was so excited to ride the school bus again. Of course she wanted her hair done in two piggies. It's so cute, she will always say to me "No mom, two piggies, k?" And when she says it she always holds up two fingers. I love that, it is so stinkin' cute. After breakfast we took some pictures and then went outside to wait for the bus. I was happy to learn that Deb was going to be her bus driver again this year. Emily already knows her from last year, so it was perfect. We happily waited for the bus and I can't tell you how excited Emily was when she finally saw the bus coming. Deb and Martha the bus attendant greeted us with a smile and were very happy to see little Miss Emily. As the bus drove away, I have to say that mommy was a little sad seeing her go. I was very happy when she got home to tell me what a fun day she had. My little girl is getting so big. I am so proud of her.