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Easter 2006

Alyssa opening her
easter basket.
Mom giving Alyssa her
easter bunny.
Alyssa hunting for
easter eggs.
Alyssa with her basket
of easter eggs that she
found.
I love this picture..

Sorry that I have not posted an update for awhile. Seems like there is never enough time in a day. The pictures I attached are from Easter. Alyssa could not wait for the easter bunny to come visit. At night prior to falling asleep, she would ask her mom, "Is the easter bunny coming?" Mom would reassure that he was coming but it wouldn't be for awhile. The night before easter, we told Alyssa that the easter bunny would be coming to her house tomorrow to hide easter eggs. She responded only with a warm smile PRICELESS!!!!

On easter sunday we all went to church. My grandparents were here visiting from Orange County and they went with us along with Julie's grandpa. It was nice. We when we got home, we put Alyssa down for her nap and when she woke up the easter bunny had come and left her an easter basket. He also hid a bunch of eggs in the back yard. My brother and his family came over. Alyssa and her cousin Brooke hunted for easter eggs. It was cute watching them. Alyssa would see another egg and scream "ANOTHER ONE!!" She had such fun, it brought so much joy to Julie and I to see her so excited and happy. I often wonder what her life in China would have been like. I thank God everyday that I will never know that answer because she is with us. After the easter egg hunt, Julie and I prepared a nice dinner for our family. It was a great day.

I hope you all enjoy the pictures and leave a post.

Elephant Seals

Over the weekend, we drove to San Simeon, which is about a half hour from our house and visit the Elephant Seals. They only come to our area twice a year. This time of the year they come here give birth to their pups. Many of the Elephant seal population have already left, however there were still quite a few around. Alyssa loved the seals and wanted to "Pet" them. This was a great family day and to have this marine life so close is really awesome.

Tristan and Alyssa

Our good friends Roger and Gwenna came to visit from Texas. We sure miss having them close by. These are some cute pictures of Alyssa with their son Tristan. I think Alyssa has a crush on Tristan. Don't worry everyone, I am in control LOL....We sure had a good visit with the Morganson clan. Their youngest boy Logan is just so cute. I can't believe how fast time goes by. Both boys are growing up so fast, as is Alyssa. Enjoy....

Chinese New Year Continued

More pictures...The couple holding Alyssa are our friends Bob and Rhonda...Another cute picture of Alyssa and Abby...Then the picture of the dragon. And of course many of the local adopted children from China....They were waiting to hand out red envelopes, which contained money and or other items such as stickers.

Chinese New Year

Happy New Year everyone..Today is Chinese New Year. Julie, Alyssa and I along with our friends Bob and Rhonda (Who are in the process of adopting from China) went to a local Chinese Restaurant and celebrated the New Year. This year is the year of pig. We had such a great time. We were happy that our friends were able to participate this year because they were able to see some of the little girls in our area who have been adopted from China. The adoption process is long and when you are actually going through it, there are times when you feel like this little girl is never going to be in your arms. I know it gave them a sense of comfort in knowing that the "Paper chasing" will bare fruit. What an awesome day...Enjoy the pictures....

Here is a picture of Alyssa with one of her friends Abby....More pictures to follow.....

Thank-You

Dear Friends and Family,

Julie and I want to say thank-you for all of your prayers, flowers, cards and show of support during this hard time.
Grandma Parlin was layed to rest on Saturday. The service was beautiful even though it rained.

Just wanted to post a quick and short update.

John