Well, May was a busy month for me! I've been out and about quite a bit and learning new things every day. I made my inaugural (big word for a baby, huh?) trip to Kings Island. I really like riding everything there, my favorites are the Lazytown helicopters and Dora trains. I "helped" mom vote at the beginning of May. She really appreciates my help and let me wear the sticker she got after we were done. I also made a trip to the International Festival in Dayton where I got to try sauerkrat and brats as well as cream puffs. It was very yummy as are most things that I eat! (Sure beats orphanage food.) Above is a picture of me and my friend Kira at the festival with our balloon animals.
I got to spend my first Mother's Day with mommy and was baptized on that day. I didn't even cry when I went up in front of everyone. The nice people at church gave me a cross and certificate. Speaking of certificates, my important governmental papers came in the mail. I received my certificate of citizenship and a letter from The White House so I am now a full-fledged citizen of the U.S.A.
I 've been attempting to walk and shouldn't need help too much longer. Mommy and Daddy say that I'm shy around new people, but I talk all day long to them. I really like watching my favorite shows, Sesame Street and Wonder Pets. I also like going to the park and playing on the swings, taking walks in the stroller, listening to music, and seeing other kids at my playgroups. Life is pretty good these days!
Mom added some pictures of me at Kings Island (I just can't figure out that Scooby Doo guy), getting baptized, posing with the ladies in the family for Mother's Day, and me with my voting sticker. Talk to you again soon. Love, Ella
Here is a link to a video mommy put together of pictures from China:
5 comments:
Hi Ella!
I am glad you are doing well and having fun! You are getting more beautiful every day. I am jealous that you got to go to King's Island. My mommy hasn't taken me yet. I can't wait to get together and play with you again!
Love,
Kira
Erin,
Ella looks great. Glad to see that it is all going so well.
Kim
Happy Mother's Day & Happy Father's Day!
What beautiful long awaited words.
Ella is adorable & I'm so glad all has been going well for you guys.
The pictures look like you're all settled in & comfortable.
Enjoy her,
Deborah
Hi Ella,
We enjoyed hearing about what you've been up to and loved all of your pictures. The video is beautiful, tell your mommy she did a great job!!
Hugs,
Laura, Rodney & Hannah Mills
Hello Erin & Ella,
Ella you are one beautiful blessed child to have a mommy and daddy who love you so much and who are spending so much time recording all of your special moments. I'd like very much to visit with you both soon.
Love to all,
Naomi
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