We’re home, all 3 of us!
Well we all made it home safe and sound, no problems at immigration in Taipei or Vancouver, PTL! The immigration officer at the airport in Taipei said, after throughly checking all of the adoption documents “you will take good care of her!” We assured him we would 
The long flight was difficult for Ruthie – she did not like the basinet at all, too confining for her – so we ended up holding her most of the flight.
Our nights have been long as Ruth is still on Taiwan time and things that between midnight and 5am is day time! Oh the joys of jet lag
Ruth is a total joy and delight to us, always has a smile and chatter.
We were greeted by about 25-30 people at the Medicine Hat airport, what a wonderful surprise!
You all have been asking for more pictures, so here you go… We love hearing from you!
First time in a winter jacket!
All tired out with cousin Leilani
Cousin Manu's first cuddle
Cousin Tavita and Ruthie!
Cousin Hannah & Ruthie have a chat!
Sleeping with Grandma.
Grandpa with Ruthie
Auntie Julie with her newest niece.
It’s soooo good to be home with family and friends!
on December 21, 2009 on 5:50 am
She is SO gorgeous!
on December 23, 2009 on 3:39 am
What a bundle of joy is wrapped up in your little girl, Ruth. How I loved to play with her and talk to her. Her smiles would melt any heart. Thank you for sharing her home coming.
on December 23, 2009 on 10:56 am
We are so THRILLED!! I can’t imagine how you must feel! We love you guys. See you when we get home!
on December 24, 2009 on 5:33 am
I just found your blog and i have to say your sweet baby daughter is BEAUTIFUL !!! What an amazing journey , adoption is the best
Truly she is so beautiful and I am so happy for you all.
on December 25, 2009 on 10:01 am
So gorgeous! Enjoyed the pictures so much this early Christmas morning. I even choked up on the picture of Ruthie sleeping so contentedly on Grandma’s lap! Hope you all have a wonderful day. Love you.
on December 26, 2009 on 3:16 am
Oh Pete and Laurie…this is so very exciting! We are praying for you guys as you transition…you will make such amazing parents!! God has sooo many great things to teach us through parenting
on December 26, 2009 on 9:33 am
Thanks for sharing your story! Ruthie is gorgeous (so many have said it, but it’s TRUE!), all smiles! Bless you for your obedience and your love! We pray that you’ll get into a great settled family rhythm soon!
In Christ’s love,
Steph, Ben, Samantha + Poulton (serving in YWAM)
on December 27, 2009 on 4:18 am
Hi Laurie – don’t know if you remember us (Larry & Becky Thomas) but I just got this blog link from your mom and dad. Congratulations on your new little girl (and husband! lol where were we that we missed that – lol!) we are so happy for you – she is beautiful and you all make a beautiful family!
Much love,
Becky & Larry Thomas
on January 2, 2010 on 7:24 pm
Congratulations on your beautiful new daughter. She is breathtaking!
on January 3, 2010 on 12:39 am
WOW… what a blessing!!
my eyes were tearing up too!!
She is adorable!!
You guys make great parents!!!
I can imagine her expression whe she meets her “native” auntie!!! LOL…
LOVE YOU GUYS!!!