easter 2008

Hello all,

It seems a long time since we wrote here. I guess with a 16 month old, there is no good time to write.

Easter was very special for our family. Last easter, we just received the news about our new baby girl waiting for us in Quan Nam. It was a very joyous day. But this easter was more joyous having her in our laps in church ( when she wasn't walking around pulling hymnals and Bibles out of the pews).

This past week, March 26, was the anniversary of receiving her picture, etc. We decided to go to Wahoo Tacos restaurant to celebrate. Last year, Mommy and Daddy went there after leaving the agency. We spent alot of time remembering that day and sharing the stories with Chloe. She may not have understood this year, but next year maybe she will.

We are very blessed!

Readoption day!

Hello all,

Today, I am glad to say that Chloe has had her named changed officially by the U.S. courts. Until now, all legal records had her Vietnamese name. We had to more paperwork and have an appointment with a judge to change her name and have a California birth certificate with Chloe Lieu Schaefer and Sarah and I her parents.

It was a great day! Grandpa and GG Schmutzer were able to be there and take alot of pictures.

From now on, when she goes to the doctor, etc. she will have her records as Chloe Lieu Schaefer!!

Chloe's first race

On Feb 10, Daddy got to do his first half marathon since returning from Vietnam. With cross country season done in late October, Daddy started training for this one. Unfortunately, he got a sinus infection which ended his training for 6 weeks. He still did a great job, after only getting solid training from Dec 21 until the race. This is the Ontario half marathon and Daddy broke his old time by 5 minutes! Mommy and Chloe were waiting for him at the end.

Fun eating for Chloe!

Alot of noodles got into Chloe today! It may look like a mess, but we are glad she is eating!

Always busy!