We welcome our family and friends to follow along on this incredible journey God has planned for us... adopting a babygirl from China.
Yes, I am back to work since 7/6/09. After a 16 week leave, it was difficult to be back to work mode. And the fact that I am leaving my daughter at the baby sitter, it just breaks my heart. The good thing is my sitters are the greatest sitters ever so Henry and I have peace of mind because we know that Maelyne is in great hands. Thank you to these ever patient and loving people (Auntie Fely, Jasmine, Auntie Vangie & Grace,) who are so willing to take care of Maelyne. Grandma and other Aunties are also available for babysitting. Although she only stays with them for 4 hours at the most, she seems to enjoy being with them. And oh did I mention that they are spoiling her, too.
She had her shot for Hep A and the last dose of her polio vaccine on July 9, 2009. This time was a lot easier and she did not really mind the pain. She should now be up to date as far as her immunizations go.
On July 10 marked Maelyne's 17th monthsarry. We brought her to Chuck E. Cheese to celebrate. With us were Alexa, Grace and Darren. Maelyne enjoyed the rides but was a little scared of Chuck E.
At 17 months, Maelyne now get up without any help and walks by herself. She can also now make turns unlike before where she only walks forward. She'll probably start running around by next month or even earlier. She is still not able to say complete words but she's getting there.
The party was on Saturday, June 27, 2009 at the Pearl Chinese Cuisine in Rancho Bernardo. About 230 family, relatives, and friends joined us in the celebration. The event
was video recorded by Nick's productions and also provided the music. Brenda Charest (Henry's niece),welcomed all guests and Christine Kuhl (Madelyn's niece), gave us blessings. Both co-emceed the program. We had singers Sonny Bitanga, Cynthia Deynata, and Madelyne's 3 nieces, Danise, Danielle, and Eliza Edra. Thank you so much for your talents. We also shared a video montage of our journey in bringing Maelyne home, which brought tears (of joy) to some of the guests. After the slideshow, some people showed their moves on the dance floor. Everyone seemed to have enjoyed the party and had a great time.
It was a special day for us especially for Maelyne. It was really nice to see family, friends and relatives come together all in one roof for one purpose, to share the joy with us. We are so blessed to be surrounded by loving and wonderful people. Maelyne will probably not remember anything that happened in this occassion because of her young mind, but we will share her the story and show her the video later in her life.
Thank you to all who have joined us and to the ones who couldn't for any reason (we have missed you). Special thanks to the wonderful people who have helped in the preparation and made the celebration possible. You guys are awesome!!!
Yes, I am back to work since 7/6/09. After a 16 week leave, it was difficult to be back to work mode. And the fact that I am leaving my daughter at the baby sitter, it just breaks my heart. The good thing is my sitters are the greatest sitters ever so Henry and I have peace of mind because we know that Maelyne is in great hands. Thank you to these ever patient and loving people (Auntie Fely, Jasmine, Auntie Vangie & Grace,) who are so willing to take care of Maelyne. Grandma and other Aunties are also available for babysitting. Although she only stays with them for 4 hours at the most, she seems to enjoy being with them. And oh did I mention that they are spoiling her, too. 
