We found out that our daughter has been called Maomaochong by her foster family. It means "furry caterpillar", perhaps like the wooly bear caterpillars in the U.S. The way to this girl's heart is definitely through her stomach! (Just like her Dad). The minute we got her we offered her some crackers and she started right in on them. She even fed one to Andrea which was just too cute. After our big meeting we went back up to our room where she drank a bottle of formula and rice flakes, then it was time for our dinner where she ate the entire time too. We were worried that she would be resisting us as we look and smell nothing like her foster family. But she immediately turned to Andrea for comfort and would not tolerate being put down or held by anyone else. Andrea was worried that she had just acquired a new permant appendage that eats a lot, but as we write this she is now sleeping soundly after what had to be a huge and confusing day for her.
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Andrea and Jeff!!!
I am so excited for you two and for little Isabella!!! When she gets older, she is going to realize how stoked she is to have two wonderful people such as yourselves taking a key role in her life.
I can't wait to meet her and give you both big, warm, tear-filled hugs!!! It's been a rough journey... I'm glad your little caterpillar is soft and squishy!
Enjoy your safe journey home!
Much love,
Andria
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