Today was a particularly moving day as we had made arrangements to meet up in Bejing with the young woman who was our escort for Kira's adoption in 2008. Her name is Leah and she will always hold a special place in my heart for all the things she did for us during our journey to Kira. I sort of tell people that during the adoption, your escort is analogous to a "midwife" helping you through the ups and downs of the transitional phase after the hand off. Leah and I managed to email occasionally and when we told her we were coming back to China, well, we knew we would have to meet up again!
We went to lunch at a favorite local restaurant and then took the subway to the Bejing Zoo.
While at the Zoo, I told Leah I'd love to get some photos of her (guess I knew a photo op when I saw it). She agreed and well as you can see she's beautiful and I was able to process this within minutes upon arriving to our hotel.
We had a wonderful time meeting again. Just as I did 4 years ago when we parted at the airport, I got all teary eyed and then spent the rest of the trip looking for eligible bachlers for her lol. Guess that's the Mom in me!
We love you Leah!!!
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