Thanks to God, and to the Peoples Republic of China, my arms no longer ached!
On 2-22-1999, my life changed drastically. I went from being a childless women with an aching heart to the MOTHER of the most beautiful baby girl I had ever seen. I can never adequately convey with words just how much joy my heart was afforded that day in Nanchang, China. On that wonderful day, every tear that I had shed during my struggle with infertility seemed like a vapor in the wind. Why God had blessed me with such a beautiful little bundle was almost more than I could comprehend. A lot has taken place since that day in 1999. Shaelyn has grown into a beautiful little lady with a kind and sensitive heart. She has brought immense happiness and joy (as well as typical teenage moments - lol) to our home. I have thanked God repeatedly for allowing me to walk the path that he chose for me - the path of adoption. I am a better person today because of a tiny baby girl that he intrusted me with 13 years ago. Happy FOREVER day Shaelyn! I love you more than words can express!
