Family reunion at the Lake...........

We had a great time at the Clark Family Reunion!
My only regret is not taking more pictures.

cousins

Just for fun..........

chocolate is always good

Dumpling smiling after an IV was placed for testing.... who knew

Unthinkable....

http://www.theguardian.com/books/2013/may/06/chinas-barbaric-one-child-policy

In awe of the miracles......

http://hannahjiejie.wordpress.com/2014/06/26/the-end-of-the-beginning-of-a-rescue-story/

A special little girl turns 4..........

Our sweet dumpling turned 4 this past weekend.  We celebrated all day long!  This has been a year full of excitement.  She started preschool, learned to ride her bike, and truly understands the meaning of 'birthday'.  We were blessed with some fun festivities.

we started with some balloon fun
compliments of some siblings

then we had a fun maze

another mermaid for our collection 

cake with an amazing candle

more presents

sister love

a new plasma car!

where's your smile little girl - it's your birthday!

A Day at the Cleft Clinic....

The Dumpling, Nana, and I spent the day at Cleft Clinic navigating the revolving door of doctors and therapists.  Dumpling also had a video nasoendoscopy done to access her palate.  She is such a trooper.  She did not even shed a tear during the procedure.  The results indicated the need for additional surgery.

As a reward for her outstanding tolerance of the procedure,  Mommy let her have an early birthday present!  An Ariel costume!  

She is one happy girl.

In other news, the littles are now sleeping in twin beds by themselves.  This is a huge transition for them in terms of adjustment and attachment. 

  We are beyond thrilled and they seem to love playing in their bedroom now.