Summer Fun & A Memory Tag

We finally have a break from the high 90's today. We took advantage and went to the zoo for a quick picnic and a look at a few animals. I know we go alot. But what we do is focus on just a few things each time and so each visit is very different. Even though we planned to have fun in the sprinklers and wore our bathing suits, it began showering while we were there and we did not get to go to the sprinklers at the children's area. The Lorakeets acted really aggressive today, I think it had something to do with the thunder and weather. Jacob did not care for them today at all. One landed right on Chloe and she was thrilled.
Yesterday, even though it was VERY hot, we went to the park for a few minutes. One park has trees over one play area and it isn't that bad in the shade. I had to run a few errands and wanted to take a quick break for the kids to have some fun. We of course have swam ever afternoon as well but I will save those for next time and give you a mini break from the pool pics;).

If anyone wants to know about the kit with the Chinese Characters, it is brand new this week from Sweet Shoppe. Cherry Blossom.





















also my bloggy friend at Parenting Adopted Children tagged me to share a few of my favorite memories of China when we traveled. I did not get the honor of experiencing Caitlyn's birth country. We felt Jacob and Chloe were way too young for a trip of that nature and the expense of taking them would have been too much as well, for our family. We decided Daddy, big brother and Nana would go and I would stay home. I do have a memory that is my favorite however and thought I would share it. I have shared before how I was much more eager to adopt from China than my hubby. He was reluctant and thought we were busy enough. Understandably with 2 super active 3 yr olds. He often can't look into the future as much as I do and he was looking at the present, and overwhelmed at the thought of how we were going to do 3 car seats, 3 babies etc... So the sweetest memory to me is a call from him and he was probably the happiest I have ever heard him, in my life. He said over and over repeatedly, "she is perfect"
it was truly love at first sight. She attached to him instantly and has NEVER let go. It is a love story that I have the honor of watching every day and it is nothing short of a miracle to me. Please understand we love all of the Treasures. His special love for Caitlyn is something deep that comes from realizing he almost did not go get her. His gratefulness to God for having mercy and patience with him for not trusting and having faith in His plan. Even though she has been home over 2 years now, she is truly a reminder to him everyday of God's goodness.