This morning I went and picked up Jonah's Vietnamese Passport. He will only have to use this once to come into the US. Upon arrival in the US, he will become a US citizen, and his Vietnamese passport can retire to the adoption scrapbook.
Once we had his passport in hand, we were able to go and get his medical exam. There is only one Hospital in HCMC that can do Visa examinations. The Hospital itself was an experience. Apparently, there is an shortage of medical professionals in the city, so getting into a Doctor is a challenging endeavor. As a result, the waiting room at the hotel is like a July 4th picnic. Everyone brings bamboo mats that they spread out on the floor so they can lounge comfortably as they wait many hours for their appointment. The hospital itself would not win any awards for cleanliness. It really put into context how fortunate we are to have the kind of healthcare that we have in the US (except for the Apple Valley Medical Center, don't go there). We are used to heading down to the Mayo clinic where they have Chihuly Sculptures in the lobby and a pianist entertaining the clientele. The hospital we visited today was....much less than that. Ask us about it in person if you are interested.
Anyway, Jonah passed his medical exam, which consisted of looking in his eyes, feeling his neck, listening to his chest and taking a look under his diaper. Apparently that is all it takes to ensure that he is not bringing any communicable diseases into the US.
Jonah now knows how to give high fives AND fist bumps (a very important communication vehicle). I was also trying to teach him STOP today. It is amazing how many times in a day he can march towards an untimely death in scooter land. He did a little better sleeping last night, not as many night terrors. We have a make-shift bed for him made from a couch since they do not have cribs in our hotel.
I can't believe that it is December 21st. For those of you that have not done your Christmas shopping yet, there are some great last minute deals at Target...especially in the Bedding Department.
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Technology is a wonderful tool to watch this great event unfold thousands of miles away. We feel fortunate to have a small picture. We can't wait to meet Jonah and will be praying for a speedy Visa process. I will also head to the bedding department today to pick up a last minute gift. God Bless. Shae for the McCowens
Hello Beach Family!
And to think, 50,000 hoops down with one to go. I realize it is not that easy, but oh, so close! You have all "traveled" so far.
Hannah prayed with Samuel the same pray that you all may have prayed with Jonah, "I prayed for this child, and the Lord granted me what I asked of him. Now I give him to the Lord. For his whole life he will be given over to the Lord." God blessed Samuel mightly with his victory over the Philistines.
Oh, what will He do with Jonah? (Am I getting ahead of myself?)
All glory and honor are His!
Olivia, Miss Tracie would love you to come and play with us. I'll push you on the swing! :)
Love to all,
The Morrison's
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