We went back to Hope’s surgeon for a check up today. He said that her retina has already started reattaching itself. He said that it was coming along very nicely, and much quicker than normal. This is mainly on her right eye. He isnt really checking her left eye, as I think that he thinks there is no vision in it, due to a tear in her retina. But we are just praying for both eyes to reattach and for her vision to be restored. Regardless, we love this little girl. She is a blessing to our lives, and her lack of sight isn’t too much of an issue on a day to day basis. She navigates very well, and her siblings are always quick to jump in and help her. They have taught her so many things! She is super smart, and picks up things in seconds. Jonathan especially loves teaching her little commands. So far, she knows:
stand up, sit down, spin around, high five, clap your hands, pray (puts hands together), jump, honk your nose, dont touch your eye, drink your bottle, eat your food, change your diaper, take your medicine, dance, lay down, wave bye bye, give me a kiss, and more!
She is developing a special bond with each of her siblings, but whenever she cries, she calls for GuGa. (Brother in Chinese) Its so neat to see the love that they have for her, and the desire to help.
Thanks so much for all your prayers, and for your encouraging emails. We love you!
August 16th, 2008 at 10:15 am
You did a good thing getting Hope while your children are young. Your teaching them about compassion. Alot of adults have never learned that yet. When my life as a pastors wife is over i’m going to write a book about comforable christians and their lack of compassion for orphans. I’m still learning too, I have a hard time sleeping at night just thinking about Christine.
August 22nd, 2008 at 12:42 pm
I’ve been following your journey with Hope through Rumor Queen, but just went tonight to your blog. I just read your adoption story and was so moved. God is SO GOOD to lead us clearly- it helps on the difficult days when you wonder about your child’s future. He also led us so clearly to Ellie and we are so thankful. She has been diagnosed with CP and we don’t know what her future holds. But, we know that she is God’s PERFECT gift to us and she brings us incredible JOY! I’ll keep looking for updates. I’m so anxious to hear about Hope’s progress. Blessings to you! Love, Vicki
August 30th, 2008 at 1:02 pm
Such sweet photos…thanks for sharing!