The Chronicles of Mommia

Sharon - Fun! Great shots : )

Lisa Holloway - Jonni, your girls are so gorgeous. I adore the shot of them together…just beautiful!

Sharon - It’s gorgeous! What a great thing to do.

Sue - beautiful!!

Jessica White - What an interesting place — I love gothic-type buildings like this. Great compositions!

Greg - The one with the Sisters climbing on the fence is my favorite

Gina - Such a beautiful couple!!!!!!!!!!! Luv you guys!

susan - Looks like you made the most of a rainy day. Your girls are super cute! Love all the pics.

Liene - Looks like it was a fun time but dislike the snake. Don’t think I’ll be swimming there anytime soon! Your photos are beautiful as always. Maybe I can convince you to tutor me some time. Granted my DSLR body is so basic I can’t do much with it but I have lenses!

Kim Boustany - aawwww…. the video made me tear up. Sofia was so happy to have a sister. <3

Mariah Coffel - Congrats!!!

Marleen - Crying here. That is such an incredible thing to be able to look back and see her as I remember her and then to think of how she is doing now! Thanks so much for sharing. Happy happy family day!

Kaitlyn Belanger - I think the three of those girls get cuter every day! Miss you guys!

Kerri McLeod-Askew - seriously girl, you rock!!! <3 them!!!

Vicki Campbell - Absolutely the best thing you have posted yet. Looking at it before I go to work, but will scrutinize it when I get home. Love you.

Jo - awww Jonni the girls are as adorable as ever, it was so nice to see and hear them on video. I hope waving them bye bye wasnt too traumatic (for you lol)

Marleen Moffitt - Loved to see the pictures. I have the same rug in my kindergarten classroom! I’m praying that the beginning of the school year is an easy transition for all of you!

Norie Belanger - awwww

Vicki Campbell - Boo Hoo!!!! So sad. They are way too small to go so soon.

Christine Tuniewicz Rojas - Happy Family Day!!!!!

Steph - Happy Family day!! What a great celebration I bet you had!

Vicki Campbell - I too had forgotten about the hair do. But wasn’t she beautiful?

Sharon - Precious!

Steph - So, so cute!!! This is so adorable!

Jonni Cook Sergi - That sounds great Deb. We would love that, thank you.

Christine - Safe travels and have a wonderful 4th!

Amy Smith-Kepler - 4 years?!?! Congratulations! What a beautiful little girl you have…make that two!

Jonni - Kathie,

Thanks for the kind words. I used my 85mm 1.8 and 50mm 1.4 lenses. If you click on over to Flickr, and you can look in my photostream http://www.flickr.com/photos/jonnisergi/ in case you want the exact lens for each pic. You can click on the pic and go to the right and select the camera model and click it and you will see the EXIF info. Let me know if you have any problems and talk to you soon.

Jonni Cook Sergi - Thanks Marleen.

Jaime - BEAUTIFUL SHOTS Jonni! Absolutely STUNNING photography of your girls!

Lisa Holmes Bonner - Adorable. What a beautiful family you have. Love their dresses that they wore for their dim sum. Did you make them? Hugs dear friend.

Sindy Gore Ost - Just beautiful Jonni!! The girls are so beautiful and getting so big!!!<3<3

Amy Smith-Kepler - Beautiful post. Congratulations on the two year anniversary of one of the best days of your life!

Daleea - Woohoooo! That is wonderful indeed!
I finally found my way to your blog again. lol
Hugs and God’s blessings,
Daleea

Laura Fiskin - I found you via google while looking for 50mm 1.4 shots. I am thinking of getting one. You are a wonderful photographer and the two young girls are absolutely beautiful. Thanks for letting me take a peak.

Sybil Guetersloh - I have just looked at your blog for the first time after running into your video on YouTube. Your daughters look so beautiful in their holiday dresses this year! It is evident how proud you are of them and how they are loved and how lovely they are!

Our internationally adopted daughter has been home 13 years and is now 18 years old. It has been a joy and pleasure raising her (another lovely girl) and time goes all too quickly before they are grown up.

I will keep following your girls growing up now.

Trish - LOVE them, think I can order one for my little Bella?

Michelle - It was my pleasure to make them and I am so happy that you like them.

Sue - Beautiful pictures Jonni!

The Gang's Momma - What a great post. Happy Birthday, John. And we’re so in love with that book. We talk freely about adoption around here all the time. Li’l E loves to look at the pics of her with “China Mommy and China Daddy” and we show her the couple videos we have. She’s not connecting it all yet, but the fact that we talk about them is (I’m praying!) paving the way for these same kinds of conversations. She occasionally will use a cuddle/talk time to ask me to give her a bottle like China Mommy used to do (from what she sees in the videos) and when she does, I scoop her up and tell her the story of the first bottle I gave her on the day we met. Then we rock and pray for China Mommy and China Daddy.

Nicole Chubb - How precious are these two! Love!

Gina - Love me some Sergi girls!!!! <3

Monica - Everything looks yummy, made the fortune cookies for Lil Orchids 2nd Birthday, and you’re right the kids will love them. We have still been iced & snowed in so our celebration was just the three of us. Had fun! Lil Orchid is very concerned with Samantha’s boo-boo finger
Happy New Year!

Sharon - You did a FABULOUS job!

Jonni Cook Sergi - That is awesome Lisa! I know Gina would love that.

Kerri McLeod-Askew - Wonderful, congrats Gina, Gordon and Mia!!!

Lisa Schleicher Furey - Me too:) Love seeing all these precioius babies being matched with forever families!!

Lisa Schleicher Furey - CONGRATS!! This little girl was at the same orphanage as Reagan!!! Gina, I just left a comment on your blog:) SHE IS GORGEOUS!! I believe I saw her the day I was in Chenzhou! Know that she is very well cared for….. The orphanage staff was AMAZING!

Janet Tuininga - She is BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!!

Liene - Very cool! I want one. Hope the girls have a blast sharing the goodies with their classmates.

JenB007 - I got mine in the mail yesterday. I am so excited for you!! What a beautiful picture of two adorable little girls. You and John are so very lucky!

Clarice - Oh my gosh you poor thing. I’m so glad you are feeling better!!

Lisa - Hi Jonni,

So happy to hear that you are finally feeling better. What a long winter for you….. being sick is just the pits, but to be ill for two months is unthinkable.

I am glad you are going to backdate and catch us up on your holidays. It looks like they were fabulous and the girls are just as cute as can be!!

When are you moving? Do you have a place to live yet? Keep me posted!! Happy Packing~

xoxo,

Lisa

Sue - How are you feeling?

Mary Marantz - Oh no!! Hope you’re feeling better! Let me know if you want me to bring over some chicken soup!

M:)

Sue - Jonni,

OMGOSH I hope you feel better soon. Im sorry to hear this.

take care
Sue

Colleen - Hoping you are feeling MUCH better!!!! So sorry to hear you’ve been feeling so bad. I’m sure you are on your way to a full recovery!! My goodness, your photos in your header are just too too precious!!! I love seeing the girls together and so happy!:)

Jo - get well soon Jonni

hugs
Jo xxx

Liene - Oh My!!! I’m going to have to go out and buy a copy of it. Congratulations! That is awesome Jonni!! Hope you start feeling better soon. I’ve had pneumonia several times and it’s no fun.

Lisa - OMGosh they are adorable and now famous!! Great shot as always.

Sue - Jonni

We were so excited to get our magazine in the mail and see our 2 friends on the cover! Congrats!!

Elise from ILP - JONNI!!!!! It looks great. I love how they used it.

Beautiful work, as usual. (Can I tell people I knew you way back when? Before you were published?)

mea - Of course the girls are gorgeous- but how about the “magazine cover to her credit” photographer!!!

Digital Photography Fan - They are so precious…Congratulations!!

Debbie Sauer - They are beautiful! Congratulations. Blessings

Gina Hadden - Jonni……..I can’t wait til my copy arrives love them! Hugs, Gina

Jaime - they are SO STINKIN CUTE! The perfect cover shot!

Lisa - Oh Jonni they are stunning!!! I love your work. The girls are the most adorable models. Sienna will model like that but Kaileigh is too old and mature for that. LOL I can’t bribe her like I use to. 13 year olds I tell you.

Hugs
Lisa

JenB007 - Yay for John’s new job! I know that when I spoke to him last time that he was looking. And you will be a lot closer! Only about 4 hours away now! When are you moving?

Carla - Yeah for John! I’m so happy about his job. So, at least you are getting closer….but not close enough. The Poconos are beautiful and I’m sure you will enjoy being there!

Love the new design chick! You did mucho good!

Hugs,
Carla

Barbara Kuttruff Rosenfeld - These pictures should be in magazines! They are beautiful. Of course, with those subjects, they will always be beautiful!

Kerri McLeod - feel better soon Jonni!!
Love the pictures, could they get any cuter!!!

Debbi Napolitano - feel better!

Kirsten - Your girls are getting cuter by the SECOND!!

Amy - Just beautiful! This is the same place that we went to for a photo shoot, right?

Tracy O'Mara Whitney - Hmmmm, I think that’s where my grandparents are both buried… Small world! It’s beautiful.

JenB007 - Happy Anniversary!! Yours was my favorite wedding that I have ever been a groomswoman in! Of course it is the only one, but that is besides point. I have a pic of you two from the wedding but I will have to check if I have any from before that. Love you guys!!

justine Gordon - what a truly amazing set of photographs, the tones are superb as are the subjects and the composition, absolutely fantastic, I loved looking at them all

Julia - We did a lot of that while the girls were in Elementary school, and still do for M a little. L is into the huge books and has very specific interests, but I’m thankful both girls love to read, and I can see your girls will as well!

Natalie Rivero Walsh - Ahhhh, Happy Anniversary Jonni.

Ivy Shaffer - Happy Anniversary!!!

Kerri McLeod - Happy <3 Anniversary Jonni and John!

Amy Smith-Kepler - Happy Anniversary!

The Gang's Momma - Awww, happy anniversary! Hope you celebrate in grand fashion

Vicki Campbell - Perfect.

Jonni Cook Sergi - Thanks guys! It’s always so hard to make up my mind. Now, let’s just hope they fit.

Jill - Awwwww! Beautiful!! Love it! Can’t wait to see it on the girls!

Angela - The are beautiful dresses!

Julia - Jonni, those are so pretty, the girls are going to look gorgeous in those! I love the colors too and agree they’ll really work well for both events.

Jill - LOVE LOVE LOVE the pics!!
Happy Birthday Miss Sofia!
Much love, Mark, Jill, Lucy & Vivi

Julia - Jonni, I just ProPhoto 3 as well and LOVE it. Other than a short time away for a couple of months while I tried out the free wordpress.com site, I’ve been on it for over three years and am very satisfied with the tech service I’ve received. The cost is minimal and the design set up is so easy. I love your new blog by the way, it really shows off your photography.

Robin - Jonni,
That was beautiful! I was speechless by the end. You and John have come a long way with those two beautiful girls and are both amazing parents. I was blessed to be with you and John during your first journey to China and after this video it made me feel like I was there with you again…..God Bless you and your family.
love to all of you
Robin

Ivy Shaffer - Jonni,
What a beautfiul video. I had tears in my eyes watching your journey. What a precious keepsake for both of your girls.

A year sure does make a difference! They’ve both grown even more beautiful:))

Just love what you did, plus it was nice to sort of meet you LOL. We do have to get the girls together one day!!!

xoxo

Ivy

Carla - Thank you Jonni! What a wonderful video.

Love ya!

Carla

leah - beautiful!!!!!

Sue - Wow, what beautiful pictures! I love them and her pretty smile.

Julia - I am SO glad I found your link from another blog today. I had lost your blog when you moved (not that I’ve ever done that, ha!). So glad to see the udpate, and your new home on the web looks awesome!

wendyz - Wow! Your girls are amazing…I’ve lost touch, Jonni & didn’t know about Sophia’s sister Samantha! Looks like they are both very happy!

And, your photography is fantastic, girl! Nice to see you. xo

Wendy - Love your new blog – very cute. Your girls are beautiful!

The Gang's Momma - I <3 your new look – sooo hip and retro and charming. I'm trying to be good and wise with my time management and such and just stick with Blogger and free templates… I have to really crack down on my time wasters before fall

MotherMotherOcean - 1. They are so cute.
2. Those backpacks look bigger than them!

GRAMA C - My babies. How could you let them out by theirselves for that long? I told you to wait in the parking lot. Now aren't they the the most adorable babies there? And don't be calling them BIG girls.

Alexandra - Such beautiful girls! Camp is always hard on moms – the kids have a great time, just as Samantha and Sofia did. By the way, we must live very close to each other as we're about 5 mins from the camp too.

Norah - Well I'm so glad they enjoyed it!

Jill - Yeah! A new post! I just LOVE seeing the girls!!!
Looks like thy had a great time at camp! Funny how sure Sam seems, while Miss Sofia looks a bit apprehensive…. looks like smiles all around. That must make a mama proud!
(BTW-don't even gt me started about Lucy's first day of preschool last year…LOL. I do not know who cried harder. She didn't see me, but I heard I did!)
Hugs Jonni! Miss you!

Jennifer - So cute! Looks like they had a fun time. You'll get tons done in the next few weeks with your big girls at camp!

Norah - They are so cute! Looks like a really fun time : )

Norah - I really enjoyed this post!!!!!!

groovy mama - hi Jonni,
Love the photos, thanks for sharing. I always wanted to go to Coney Island for all the action that happens there! Looks like you all are enjoying your Summer!

hugs
Donna

Joy - Love the pictures. Your girls are so cute. I can see which one is the more adventerous of the two.

The Raudenbush Family - Now THAT looks like a fun day! Fantastic pictures…as usual!
Kelly

p.s. check out the new business I'm helping out with–www.jiayindesigns.com — really beautiful Chinese name charms and other things!

*Overflowing* - WHAT A BLAST!!! That place looks super cool!!! The girls look like they had so much fun! Beautiful pics.

The Gang's Momma! - Oh my. Those girls are just more beautiful every time I peek in around here And it does my heart good to see the SU shirts. Mmmmm, nothing like fellow Orange-women in training

Been a long time, I know. I'm so behind and I just sent the kids out to the pool to wear out Li'l E so I could catch up. First day of summer vacay – finally!!!!

Hugs to you my bloggy friend. I just hopped on the RQ forum yesterday for the frist time in almost two years and re-read some of the sweet messages you sent me when we first "met" – thank you again for being so kind and supportive in that very hard season You rock.

Sue - Is it you or your camera or both! Your pictures are beautiful!! I love to look and see what settings you used for pictures. But it wont let me anymore, darn it!
Fun place even better with China sisters!!

Snowflowers Mum - my god jonni, what amazing photos! wish we had a park like that nearby, it's amazing! Your photography is exceptional btw…you are such a talent.

Norah - Oh my goodness, are they not the sweetest little girls?!

Fliss and Mike Adventures - I am loving this… thank goodness that I only have to deal with 4 teeth so far and Shauna has already got her own little toothbrush

Mea - These pictures are so good. It's not just about how cute the girls are- the photos are soooo great.

Kristy - Oh Jonni I just can't get over how grown up they are, tell them to STOP!!!! I am so proud of them for doine so good!!!! You are such a good mommy!!!

Love and blessings, Kristy

ps Jonni how do you get your pictures so big??

Anonymous - This definitely look very different from the dentist that I went to when I was little =p

Your girls are gorgeous, and your photos are beautiful.

God bless.

~SoulPath (Malaysian-Chinese)~

"M" - your photos even make the dentist look great! The girls seem to handle it well.

*Overflowing* - They did soooo well…could you please have them call Cana and persuade her to do just as well????

Too cute mama!!!

Colleen - These are sooooo adorable!!!!! What precious dragonboats. Every time I see pictures of your girls they just make me smile…..your days must be so joyful.

Colleen - I totally agree! Wishing you all the best and very excited for you. Can't wait to hear more details!

Amy K. - How funny you should post this. Jason and I were just talking about a possible change with his job as well…not sure where it will lead us or if it's just some frustration that will pass. I'm so glad you guys feel at peace with your decision. Here's to new beginnings!

Half Gaelic, Half Garlic! - Change is good……and it sounds like you are both feeling great about the decision you made!!!

Cute pics of your day at the festival…..the girls are just adorable….and getting so big:)

We are getting so close to our referral…..I am almost in denial, but I need to snap myself into reality quickly….thinking we might see her face in August or September!!!

Hugs,

Lisa

"M" - As usual, your pictures are awesome. Love checking in and seeing all you guys are up to. Looks like a lot of fun.

Orchids and Ladybugs Boutique - Happy Dad's Day to John. The dragonboats were great and we are very jealous that there is nothing close by for Lil Orchid to do.
Great Photos of the girls!!

Susie - Adorable!!! I love the dragonboats♥

Lost and Found - Awesome! These pics are great and looks like the girls had a blast.

Joy - Your girls are so cute. I love their dragonboats. I wish we were able to do that somewhere.

Anonymous - You make me so proud to be your Mom.

redmaryjanes - Wonderful!

kerri - Happy refferal anniversary to a wonderful family, hope it was extra special..

Yoli - Happy Anniversary!!

Sue - ahhhh sweet picture(s). Happy Anniversary Sergi Family!

Orchids and Ladybugs Boutique - Hoping the hospital stay went well for your brave little one.We are wishing her get well soon.
Congrats on the 3 yr anniversary-it's incrediable, and a Blessing from above.
Today is National Photography Day…so just stopped by and saw the new photo's of the girls on the header…AMAZING! Love Ya

Anonymous - What software do i need to play the clip? No kidding, but i'm unable to watch it.
Wishing sofia well & God bless.

~soulpath~

Norah - That was adorable!

Denise Olson - Wow, one year!!! Happy Birthday Samantha!!!

sierrasmom - I hope everything went well!! Jonni
I love your pictures!!
Kathie

Heidi - My daughter (3) had her tongue release two weeks ago! It literally took only a minute to do (one suture) and she was talking and eating a popsicle when I was allowed to see her just moments later. Her tongue was sore for a day and she just needed liquid ibuprophen (and lots of popsicles). She really is speaking more clearly already. Sofia will do great!! Good luck!

Karim Scharf - Hi Jonni, thanks for your visit on my blog! You have beatiful kids!!

Kristy - I am sure all went just great! I hope your weekend is just awesome!!

Love and blessings, Kristy

kerri - Sending our love and best wishes for a speedy recovery!
Glad you were able to bump up the surgery time!

Sue - We are hoping all went well with Sofia.

Were thinking about her.

Sue & Jadyn

Faith Hope Love Photography - Thinking and praying for her today…Taya had the tongue clipping done at 6 months and it was a breeze so hope that parts goes as well for her. It didn't blead or she didn't notice it even had happened. Keep us updated!

Colleen - Lots of good wishes and prayers for tomorrow even though I know everything will go just fine for Sofia.
I have been meaning to email you forever! Such a busy time right now with the end of school. Will catch up soon and keep us posted on how everything goes!

Anonymous - God bless little Sophia. Be brave little one.

Amy K. - I'll be thinking of you guys tomorrow! Hope it all goes smoothly.

Hugs to Sophia,
Amy

GGHadden - Oh Jonni, you have become such a good mommie. I can remember the days when a bit of blood would freak you right out and look at you now Good luck to Sofia, she will do well…..she is such a trooper. Gosh I will be glad (and you too) when little "Sof" is all done with these surgeries. Smooches from me!

Anonymous - We'll all be thinking about you, little Miss Sofia – hoping for a speedy recovery. We know she's in good hands, just like Helaina always is with her surgeries. With Helaina's last surgery we were actually in the nurses' station in an area the size of a closet, so hopefully you'll at least be more comfortable in the new hospital! Roberta

Half Gaelic, Half Garlic! - Best of luck tomorrow! I will say a few prayers for your sweet girl!! So glad that you were able to move her surery up so she doesn't have to go so long without food…..that would be so hard for such a little one.

Give us an update when you can!

xoxo,

Lisa

*Overflowing* - You got snow?? That is soooo crazy! What a fun surprise on Mother's Day!

Natalie - Jonni, a lot is going on since I have been for a visit!
It has been fun catching up a bit.
The girls are so adorable and Samantha is getting so big! How'd that happen?!

I am mostly on FB now but really miss blogging.
Look me up if you think about it.
I'm under Natalie Rivero Walsh

your mama! - I have to wonder, how do you get them to pose so perfectly? May there not be a little treat involved?

CBH - Thank you so much for this post. I want to let you know that I posted a link to your blog in CBH Digital Scrapbooking Freebies, under the Page 4 post on May. 31, 2010. Thanks again.

CBH - Thank you so much for this post. I want to let you know that I posted a link to your blog in CBH Digital Scrapbooking Freebies, under the Page 6 post on May. 31, 2010. Thanks again.

Sue - Jonni, I'm madly in love with your new blog photos (header) OMGosh, they are crystal clear and darling!

Good Job, your so talented!

ps. I finally figured our our Sekonic 308s. thank you for the help!

Monica A - How gorgeous! I love them
thank you!

melliel - Thank you for the very lovely papers!

Snowflowers Mum - you are a force to be reckoned with girly.

CraftCrave - Just a quick note to let you know that a link to this post will be placed on CraftCrave in the DigiFree category today [27 May 02:00pm GMT]. Thanks, Maria

Faith Hope Love Photography - I love them!! I downloaded them…thanks! I hope I can figure out how to download them to the background on my blog…

GGHadden - Those are very nice, think I'm gonna save me some You are really on a roll with your Photoshop and Photography stuff girl.

Hugs

Orchids and Ladybugs Boutique - We are all wishing Samantha Happy Birthday and the family Happy Anniversary…Everyone looked like they enjoyed the day and you can see that the girls are truely Blessed by Sisterhood. Glad your Mom could be their to celebrate with you. Lil Orchid stills loves to sit on my lap and read about the girls! Happiness Always.

*Overflowing* - Jonni,
I'm so proud of you! I have watched you hobby turn into an amazing passion and true gift. Can't wait to see your new blog! HUGS, stacy

Half Gaelic, Half Garlic! - How exciting!! Can't wait to see what you do with the new blog!! Congrats on the new business…..so happy for you!! I know you will be a great success…..you are ULTRA TALENTED!!!

xo,

Lisa

Faith Hope Love Photography - Fun!! I can't wait to see what you do! I have been thinking of changing also but haven't had time to even try yet! Good luck on your adventure…it sure is busy, but definately rewarding:)

Sue - You go girl!! I cant wait to learn from you!!!

The Road To Zen - Oh My Gosh, they are both so darn cute. Please tell YuPing that Zen was so happy to see the pictures of her birthday. Seriously, she was in heaven. She has a birthday soon too. May 25th she will be 6 years old. It is mentally and physically exhausing but it is worth it. Zen doent want to leave my side ALL DAY! Sometimes I have to keep remindiong her about "personal space" as of right now, there is NONE! Please tell Sammie that Zenb said Happy Birthday! You are a great mom!

redmaryjanes - Your princesses are beautiful!

Jewels of My Heart - Happy Birthday beautiful Birthday Girl!
Happy referral day to your family!
Sooooooooo happy!

Half Gaelic, Half Garlic! - Happy Birthday Samantha!! It looks like you all did some serious celebrating…… your two princesses are just PRECIOUS!! Love the matching jammies and the plaid dresses……OH MY WORD…..they are so darn cute!!

Hope you are well Jonni!! Life has been completely nuts…. hoping things will slow down soon:)

Take Care~

Lisa

Sue - Happy Birthday Sweet Sammy!!!

Amy K. - Ok, it's official. You have two of the cutest girls on the planet:) Happy Birthday, Samantha…and happy 1 year referralversary! Ha!

Susie - Happy Birthday Samantha!!!

Joy - Happy Birthday, Samantha. You look so cute in your plaid dress. I got Taylor one in China too. I hope you have fun playing with your new toys.

Joy

norie - happy birthday!!! sammy…love your friend cecelia

Carol - Sweet! Emily says "Happy Birthday!!"

Bobby - Jonni, your babies are beautiful! I spoke with Grandma C and she can hardly wait to get there..love to all Aunt Bobby.

Roberta - Too darn cute – 2 adorable sisters! Love how Samantha kept right on eating through the "interview"! Have a fun birthday weekend. Happy Birthday Samantha. Sofia, you'll be 4 years old soon enough! Roberta

Sue - Jonni,

That is just too adorable! Jadyn enjoyed it and now she wants to see Grandma C
Sue

Hi Sammy & Sofia
love Jadyn

Snowflowers Mum - you are so going to ace this photography thing!

Carla - email me to talk about photography forums…and talk about a few things related to photography (starting out and how life truly is with young children while running the business). This is Cheri's friend from down south.

Sara - Jonni, I'm so excited for you! You can't go wrong w/ Andrea. I had the greatest opportunity to spend the day with her last September when she was in MN. She is AMAZING!!!

Kristy - I love him, he is so driven !!!! I watch every friday. Frank and I went to 5 countries in Europe in January and as an American I was totally ashamed at our portions over here. I hope we can change all of it!! I will go sign the petition right now!! Thank you Jonni for posting this.

Love and blessings, Kristy

a Tonggu Momma - LOVE his show!

Jennifer - We love this show!

Snowflowers Mum - yes WE can!

Jewels of My Heart - You are amazing! I had Photoshop6 and just got CS2 from my Brother-in-law and I am lost! I can't figure out anything. Ohhhhhhhh I need to learn this stuff somehow!
Thanks for listening. hehee

Lost and Found - I have CS4 and haven't attempted to use it yet. I should since I have all these goodies to try out.

Norah - Adorable!

amy r - waaay to cute! Who needs David Letterman when you have children to make you laugh all day long!!

Kristy - I am just catching up and I am sorry that I have not visited in a while but I am getting all caught up now. I dont know if you know this but I am pretty sure we are Next!!!! We will soon see the face of our Franceska!

Love and blessings, Kristy

Half Gaelic, Half Garlic! - It looks so awesome….. I have to put it on the back burner for now. Can't justify the extra money…..but it is on the ever growing wish list:)

Hope you are well sweet friend. Thanks for checking in on me from time to time. Life is quite hectic and I have not been around the bloggyworld too much. Eventually things will calm down…..I hope.

Give those sweet girls a big smooch!

xo,

Lisa

Norah - I've had CS4 for a year and still don't know how to use it! I had no problems with Elements before that. I only use LR for the time being. I keep telling myself I will figure it out one day. Sigh….

Denise Olson - the new features are quite nice!!!

bbmomof2boys - Love the pics chick! Great job as usual. We were up in your neck of the woods last weekend but it was a very quick trip so I didn't call. We plan to come up again in the summer so hopefully we can get together then.

Hugs,
Carla

kerri - Oh Jonni, they are just the cutest!!
Wonderful pictures, looks like it was the perfect day for the zoo!

Jewels of My Heart - me again…. heheeee
I didn't even see their bracelets I was captivated by those beautiful faces… Ohhhhhhhhhh it makes my heart smile seeing them wear their Orphaned No More bracelets. Thank you for helping my Isabella come home.
mmmmmmmmwa!
Have a beautiful weekend,
Daleea

Jewels of My Heart - Ok…. could they be any CUTER!!!
Oh, they just melt my heart! Love all the shots but the one of them as little penguins was just too sweet for words. Looks like a wonderful day indeed!
hugs

Snowflowers Mum - always brilliant to see the girls…all I can say is MORE PLEASE J!

Norah - So tell me your secret, how do you stand all of that cuteness?! : )

Lisa - These girls of yours are just stunning and your pictures are just breath taking.

"M" - Ican't believe the pictures of Samantha are the same kid that you met in China. She is filled with happiness and joy…you can just see it in the pictures. Not the same scared and serious little girl from those earlier days.

redmaryjanes - Those are such darling photos! I see they are wearing Dalee's bracelets too. That is wonderful!

Lost and Found - So sweet. The girls look like they had fun

shelley - Amazing photos. I would love for you to post some SIMPLE tips for us beginners. Your girls are stunning.

Is that the size of a real tiger?????

Roberta - Love the dresses, love the piggy tails and love those beautiful smiles. Helaina looked at the Easter bunny picture and said "I was there!"

Faith Hope Love Photography - Beautiful! What light meter are you using, I need to invest in one of those:)

Sue - Jonni
Beautiful pictures, they just keep getting better!!
soon you'll be a pro!!
love them
Sue

GGHadden - OMG! They are so adorable and oh those dresses are so very cute, you find some great clothing for those girls. Great pictures too Jonni.

Hugs
Me

ji - Oh my they are just soooo cute!!!! They look just precious in their Easter dresses!!

Hope all is well!

Amy K. - Ok, it's official. That's the cutest Easter Bunny picture I've ever seen in my life!

redmaryjanes - Absolutely darling!

Jewels of My Heart - Oh, they are soooooo beautiful!
I can't believe Samantha has been home 6 months!
They just make my heart smile.
Hugs to you,
Daleea

Orchids and Ladybugs Boutique - Shaded pictures or not the girls are precious. Isn't it amazing when the photo can be with or without the smile, and their Beauty glows!

bbmomof2boys - Love the pictures! Sofia and Sammy look great.

Hugs,
Carla

*Overflowing* - My kids love your duckie picture We are loving spring weather over here in So. Calif…we are ready for the beach

GGHadden - OMG….you're not right Yep, it's stuck in the noggin now.

joymweaver - I love that song. I am so glad they brought it back this year.

Amy K. - Now I'm going to have that song stuck in my head all day! Thanks, Jonni!:):):)

redmaryjanes - OH yeah, I made everyone listen to it AGAIN!

Orchids and Ladybugs Boutique - So happy we are all getting a small taste of spring…glad you got some cute smiles and the hungry ducks were feed. LOL

Carol - they get cuter every time I see them….you are welcome for the card, Emily had the best time signing her Easter cards! Hope we can get together soon!

Michele - they are just adorable!

bbmomof2boys - awww…that was so cute! Goodness…the sweetness in those pictures comes shining through. Looks like the girls are coming into their own now.

Hugs,
Carla

Half Gaelic, Half Garlic! - Glad to see you are enjoying a little bit of Spring! The girls look adorable as always:)

We had a beautiful week and now the rain and cold has crept back into the forecast:(

Enjoy your weekend!

xo,

Lisa

Proud Parents of Halainah Grace - Ahhhhh, isn't it wonderful…the fresh Spring air? This Winter seemed like it would never end. Super cute pictures of your gorgeous girls!
Many Blessings,
Deanna

Snowflowers Mum - Spring is trying to emerge out here…kinda. Finally nice to get outside!

Hugs, miss you!

MamMaw Monica - Lil Orchid and I are so EXCITED to see some new photos.She clapped to see the girls dance and I loved the words of encouragement from John. Loved the girls hair…you know I'm a sucker for those cute pigtails! Sorry about the colds, but it is almost Spring;)
Hope to see more photos soon.

Half Gaelic, Half Garlic! - Oh boy….sounds and looks like you have been VERY BUSY!!

The girls are as cute as can be…..I love the pics of them dressed up for CNY with their matching pigtails…….SO ADORABLE!!

Hope all is well with you!! Have fun breaking in the new camera:)

xo,

Lisa

Norah - So cute and I'm glad to see a post from you!

Norah - So cute and I'm glad to see a post from you!

joymweaver - Your girls are just so cute. I love to see Samantha's smile especially the one where the girls are sitting on their Daddy's lap.

Carol - When I come up this spring you better have the camera ready!!! We need some of these beautiful photos!!!!!

Kristy - All of the pics are just great!!! And Im with you I am thinking this is gonna be a good year!!!

Love and blessings, Kristy

MamMaw Monica - Happy Lunar New Year – Gung Hay Fat Choy! Glad everyone enjoyed themselves, blessed with good friends all around. Sounds like both girls are musical Lil Orchid keeps plucking at an old guitar upstairs when she gets a chance but favors the little keyboard with the microphone.
Enjoy the week of celebrations.

Natalie - Happy CNY! I loved the pictures. Sophie looks like she is getting tall. She is beautiful and all of the kiddo's are just darling.

Amy K. - What a fun time! All the kids are so cute. And that little Aleina has BEAUTIFUL hair! Wow!

Happy New Year to your family!

Amy

kerri - What a wonderful time!
Happy CNY to you my friend, hope the year of the Tiger is full of health, happiness and prosperity!

Norah - They are just too cute together!!!!!!!!!!!

Half Gaelic, Half Garlic! - Looks like you had a wonderful celebration!! Such cute pics of all the kids:)

Enjoy your week!

xo,

Lisa

*Overflowing* - Ahhh…sooo cute! Do you make their skirts?

Proud Parents of Halainah Grace - Ok…so I just watched your video and I have tears in my eyes….so so sweet…it just melts my heart. I hope that when we are finally able to bring home a mei mei for our daughter she has giant warm hugs like Sophia. Ok…I need to go grab a tissue now

Proud Parents of Halainah Grace - Ok…so I just watched your video and I have tears in my eyes….so so sweet…it just melts my heart. I hope that when we are finally able to bring home a mei mei for our daughter she has giant warm hugs like Sophia. Ok…I need to go grab a tissue now

Christie - No, now a days they come attached with things like Huge Pixie Sticks and Dip Sticks filled with sugar. I,m a little bitter about it because I am a teach school and we had our V-Day party today. These sugar filled tubes were the V-Day cards/treat of choice this year. Having a room full of major sugar highed 3rd graders was a crazy to say the least.

Anonymous - I LOVE the Valentine's day photo of these 2 beautiful and happy girls! Thanks for thinking of me! Have a wonderful Valentine's weekend! Maureen

a Tonggu Momma - Ours have envelopes this year. *embarrassed shrug*

MamMaw Monica - Yes, I'm sory to say you ARE old school (not old)…LOL…actually it's probably been quite a few years since the companies went cheap and withdrew the envelopes.
Lil Orchid went with Kai Lan valentines;)

Colleen - I know! I said the same thing! I picked some up for Faith, but her teacher wants them to make their own this year. It was more work, but Faith had fun doing it.

MamMaw Monica - Yes, I'm sory to say you ARE old school (not old)…LOL…actually it's probably been quite a few years since the companies went cheap and withdrew the envelopes.
Lil Orchid went with Kai Lan valentines;)

Colleen - I know! I said the same thing! I picked some up for Faith, but her teacher wants them to make their own this year. It was more work, but Faith had fun doing it.

Snowflowers Mum - we made ours this year. it's all a bit much really. I'm still trying to convince Piper that valentines day doesn't involve masses of presents…sigh

The Raudenbush Family - Once again, your pictures are amazing. Such such pretty pictures of beautiful girls.
Kelly

chuck - Did you sell the 7D yet? I am very interested. Does it come with all the warranty papers? Thanks

Casey - ADORABLE!!! I love your blog. Your pictures are amazing….

Found you through Lisa above

Nancy Porfirio - I am interested…can you email me nani68@sbcglobal.net

Julia - If you took visa, I'd snag that in a heartbeat.

Snowflowers Mum - oh for a full frame camera…you lucky girl

Cheri - Cute pictures Jonni! The girls are getting so big.

Snowflowers Mum - oh for a full frame camera…you lucky girl

Jennifer - Oh my goodness, these are precious! I love their pig tails! What dolls!

Half Gaelic, Half Garlic! - These are amazing Jonni…… love them all, but the "sisters" shots are my absolute favs……. you can see them light up when they are with each other……so sweet!!

Hope you are enjoying your weekend:)

xo,

Lisa

Colleen - Ohhhhhh they are ADORABLE!!!! What a pair!!!!! You must be having so much fun!!!

joymweaver - Jonni,
They are just both so precious. I love seeing them both with such big smiles. I am so happy for you.
Joy

joymweaver - Jonni,
They are just both so precious. I love seeing them both with such big smiles. I am so happy for you.
Joy

groovy mama - LOVE them together! What a PERFECT PAIR!!!

Donna

Sara - Jonni, these are just fabulous! My faves are the girls together of course:) I think your lighting looks great-you are quite the fast learner! Not too flat-love the shadowing! The girls are so cute!

Sue - wow, great job. Not only is your subject adorable, your pictures look are awesome. What kind of lens are you using? Im taking a photography class right now and it's so much absorb!

*Overflowing* - Adorable!!! Super cute skirt…did you make it?

Snowflowers Mum - wax on wax off…teach me oh master

Lost and Found - GORGEOUS! I'm bummed I didn't try but not working with any zooms here.

Lost and Found - GORGEOUS! I'm bummed I didn't try but not working with any zooms here.

alely L. - Hi Jonni! A friend of your friend Joana! I've been meaning to stop by and say hello so here I am! Your daughters are beautiful and your photography is amazing. I will be following you and looking forward to reading all of your posts and viewing more of your pictures!
Blessings,
Alely

Janet - Those are SUPER cute, Jonni! LOVE them! Where did you get that skirt?

kerri - Love!!! them!
Perfect little valentine!

kerri - Love!!! them!
Perfect little valentine!

The Gang's Momma! - Gorgeous! I know nothing about the technical stuff you mentioned, but I do know beautiful pics. And these are

WHERE did you get that skirt?!

Norah - Oh my goodness she is too cute. I love her eyeing up that lollipop!

Norah - WOW, poor thing! So ummm, how does that work? How do the staples come out?

Jewels of My Heart - She is so darling and you did sooooooo good! WOW! You got it girl!

Sara - Great job Jonni! I too, am just starting to experiment with lighting. No Bee there though-I'm jealous:)

Sara - Great job Jonni! I too, am just starting to experiment with lighting. No Bee there though-I'm jealous:)

kerri - Oh my gosh!! That is awesome, oh your talent amazes me!!
Inspiring…

a Tonggu Momma - GORGEOUS! (the moon and your photo)

Nettie - wow!! that is amazing!! how in the world did you take that with only iso 100? LOL i'm not to knowledgeable about night time photography!

*Overflowing* - Poor baby! She's a tough one, though! My girls are definitely tougher than my boys…hehehe! Glad she's okay!

*Overflowing* - Poor baby! She's a tough one, though! My girls are definitely tougher than my boys…hehehe! Glad she's okay!

Sue - Jonni,
Are you kidding me? This is beautiful. This shot makes all the money you spent on your camera worth it, doesnt it??!
Great Job!

Snowflowers Mum - amazing Jonni, I was going to do the same but the munchkins were just too rowdy last night. You captured it beautifully

Amy K. - That is simply amazing! You are so inspiring, Jonni!

Sara - Stunning Jonni! Hope you didn't have to stay outside too long:)

Sara - Poor Pumpkin! Oh my goodness Jonni! I saw you reply to a post on ILP regarding Blogger…so I thought I would click on your blog:) I am absolutely stunned at how you have customized it. Love the flash header! You should should make a small blog designing biz for people who can't figure out how to customize Blogger:) Great job and beautiful girls!

La-La-Liene - Oh No! I'm so glad she's OK. I can certainly relate how terrifying that is. Eriks fell and gashed his cheek almost right under his eye at 23 months old. Luckily no stitches but they did glue it shut. He still has a small scar. It scared me to death because he could've damaged his eye to the point of blindness.

The gifts the girls got look awesome. Love the shirts.

Kristin - Poor girl!! Hope she's feeling well!

Cute Valentine's shirts!

Amy K. - Poor Samantha! What a trooper though. That's one brave, special little girl you have (well, make that TWO brave and special little girls).

Half Gaelic, Half Garlic! - OH NO….poor baby!!! What a brave one she is….. sounds like she handled it all pretty well!

What a cute vday package….I love the shirts.,.can't wait to see the girlies in those:)

Have a great week!

xo,

Lisa

MamMaw Monica - I have found that the pain is always greater for parents (and grandparents)so far those accidents have not needed stitches for Lil Orchid but I couldn't let her look into my eyes during all the exploritory tests when she was younger. She has always had this keen sense of studing your face. Sometimes she can really freak strangers out because she will stare right through them. Hang in there and tell John I'm really proud of him. Brave Daddy! Brave Little Girl!!

norie - jonni…i have the shivers just looking….

hope she is healing well…

norie

Denise Olson - Poor poor little baby!!! The good ol' Toddler years. Hang in there mom!!!!

a Tonggu Momma - Oh, no! Poor little thing! And poor you! Nothing wrong with 15 minute cell phone updates when something like that happens. I hope you let her eat some of those sweet treats to distract her.

The Gang's Momma! - Awwww, poor girl! We had a similar incident when our LadyBug was 4. She was "sumo" wrestling with her brothers and got 7 stitches. They had to shave her pretty little head and the hair had finally grown long enough to do real honest to goodness ponytails

Glad Samantha is okay – it's always harder on the Momma

Love all the pics – I've been reading just not always stopping to comment. Finally have ALL FIVE of the kids (and Daddy!) healthy at once

Jill - OMGoodness! Poor Sam! Sounds like she handled things like a trooper! Go Sam!!!!
LOVE the Valentine's gifts! Thise shirts are adorable!
Been thinking of you Jonni! Give the girls hugs from us!

norie - i think john has found his true calling!!! i can't believe how he is "working it" up there in the teachers' line!!!hahahaha

norie

Lost and Found - ClickinMoms also rocks! I like it better than ILP

*Overflowing* - LOL…they are sooooo cute!!!!

kerri - oh my goodness, how cute are they!!!
Thank for sharing!

GGHadden - I love these girls!!!!! How fun.

a Tonggu Momma - Isn't it just a riot that something as simple as shuffling across the room turns into something Amazing! Graceful! Miraculous! when it's our children we are talking about? Hee hee. The video was absolutely adorable! Even more adorable was John's pride in them.

Amy K. - Oh, they are so cute together! I love Sophia turning around every few minutes to say, "Hi, Daddy!":) Those girls are so precious!

Half Gaelic, Half Garlic! - Oh how cute are they!!! so glad you captured it on video:) I need to sign Sarah up….she wants to take ballet too!

Hope you all have a great week!

xo,

Lisa

La-La-Liene - Very Cute! Looks like their 1st class went well.

Snowflowers Mum - too cute!

bbmomof2boys - What cracks me up the most is John! I think he had more fun than the girls did!

Missing you!!

Hugs,
Carla

joymweaver - What cute ballerinas! I love it. Did you really post this at 1 in the morning?
Joy

somethingcheeky - OMG that is too cute! I love how Sophia just has to hold herself back from running up to her daddy for a hug the whole time…too precious!

MamMaw Monica - Congrats on your Dream..like my momma always sez – You Can Do Anything! And it appears you already have a natural talent

*Overflowing* - You will be a fabulous photographer!! It's been so fun watching you explore photography and watch it become a passion. Yeah, I'm so excited for you. Hugs girl!

*Overflowing* - You will be a fabulous photographer!! It's been so fun watching you explore photography and watch it become a passion. Yeah, I'm so excited for you. Hugs girl!

Mea - You go-Girl. You're already a great photgrapher. Might as well go pro.

Ken-Jenifer-Hannah - No doubt you will do GREAT, you already take beautiful pictures. Not worried that your dream will come true.
HUGS

Natalie - Jonni. I thought you were already a professional! You may need to know more about your camera but wow… you take absolutely gorgeous photo's already

Half Gaelic, Half Garlic! - Sometimes we need to admit and say our goals in order to achieve them:) I know you will do it…… you are very talented my friend!! Hope you had some fun with your 28mm

xo,

Lisa

Half Gaelic, Half Garlic! - Sometimes we need to admit and say our goals in order to achieve them:) I know you will do it…… you are very talented my friend!! Hope you had some fun with your 28mm

xo,

Lisa

Norah - Sigh….what you said, I only say in my head. Good for you!

Amy K. - Oh you'd be a great photographer! Your photos are amazing! Now you just need to give classes too, and I'll be the first to sign up!

Amy K. - Oh you'd be a great photographer! Your photos are amazing! Now you just need to give classes too, and I'll be the first to sign up!

MotherMotherOcean - Very good for you. I am now of the mind that I will have one big hobby and no more. I cannot multitask as I multitask with my kid.

MotherMotherOcean - Very good for you. I am now of the mind that I will have one big hobby and no more. I cannot multitask as I multitask with my kid.

Kris - dang. i missed the boat on THIS one :O) though my next lens is going to be a fisheye.

Norah - If I could, I would.

Snowflowers Mum - ooooh what did you get instead, I covet the 24-70mm

Half Gaelic, Half Garlic! - Drooling here….. I wish I could take advantage of this deal….it is a great one!! Unfortunately, not in the financial budget with china just around the corner.

I am sure someone will snatch this baby up:)

Have a wonderful weekend!

xo,

Lisa

PS. LOVE THE NEW BLOGGY LOOK!!

sierrasmom - Beautiful. I love to experiment. It took me about 50 pictures to get the one of my porch lights that is on the heading of my blog. I have atripos but have to get a new one. Thanks for giving me the push!!!
Kathie

MamMaw Monica - Double the Fun, Double the Love. The girls are so amazing and aren't you lucky they love the camera and the camera truely Loves them. Great Job. Wishing you a Happy New Year..but how can it be any better. Tell John Hi!

MamMaw Monica - Double the Fun, Double the Love. The girls are so amazing and aren't you lucky they love the camera and the camera truely Loves them. Great Job. Wishing you a Happy New Year..but how can it be any better. Tell John Hi!

The Raudenbush Family - Love the picture with the gift behind her back! So cute! I need to take a photography class or something…
Kelly

Sue - Beautiful Photos!
The girls looks so adorable.
Happy New year…..
Sue

a Tonggu Momma - What a GREAT tip! I am heading to try it out now.

La-La-Liene - So gorgeous Jonni! Thanks for telling us how to do it. I need to go out and buy a tripod.

Ken-Jenifer-Hannah - That little Samantha has really come out of her shell. That big Smile melts your heart. Your daughters are adorable!!

Ken-Jenifer-Hannah - That little Samantha has really come out of her shell. That big Smile melts your heart. Your daughters are adorable!!

Julia - This is REALLY beautiful Jonni, I've tried this, but always gotten the camera shake – how smart are you to set it on the timer! That is a perfect idea. Too late for our tree this year, it came down already, but definitely giving this a shot next year!

Deb B. - Beautiful as always Jonni! They are growing so fast!

Deb

bbmomof2boys - Will you look at little Miss Sassy with her leg up and posing! Wow Jonni! Great job! How are you doing? Feeling better I hope. How's Sam and Sofia getting along?

Hugs,
Carla

Amy K. - Those pictures are so stinking cute I can hardly stand it! Samantha looks like she's fitting right in with your family and was made to have a photography-loving mommy!

Amy K. - Those pictures are so stinking cute I can hardly stand it! Samantha looks like she's fitting right in with your family and was made to have a photography-loving mommy!

La-La-Liene - What great photos! The girls are so beautiful.

Kirsten - Great job! You'll have to share your new process! They are so cute together!

Kirsten - Great job! You'll have to share your new process! They are so cute together!

Jill - How cute are they???? WOW!
Sammy looks like a natural in front of the camera….so happy!!
Hope you guys had a great Christmas!

Jill - How cute are they???? WOW!
Sammy looks like a natural in front of the camera….so happy!!
Hope you guys had a great Christmas!

Susie - Can I tell you how much I love these photos♥ You are doing an amazing job with this new process!!!

*Overflowing* - Just look at those 2…remind me of my 2 Our little twins born at different times but meant to be together!! What a precious gift…LOVE IT!! Your girls are so sweet together…it blesses my heart!!! Hugs sweet friend and Merry Christmas!

Jennifer - Merry Christmas Jonni! The pictures of the girls are wonderful!

The Road To Zen - Hi Jonni, The girls look so beautiful. You can tell by the look on Sammies face that she has settled in. Every picture I have of her from the orphanage, she had her head down and was looking up with her big eyes so sad. She looks very happy and safe now. You have been blessed. Merry Christmas, Kelli

Half Gaelic, Half Garlic! - OH MY WORD….the santa picture is SO CUTE!!! I love it…..and your Mom….beautiful!!

I loved your Christmas Card….it is hanging on my door where I can see those two pretty faces everyday:)

Hope you are doing well and almost fully recovered! Have a very merry christmas and a happy new year!! Enjoy the new lens!!

xo,

Lisa

Snowflowers Mum - Merry Christmas!!! Loved your card and love love love all the photos of the girls!

Norah - They are both so beautiful. I'm so happy things are going so well, and I hope you enjoy every moment with them this holiday season!

Kirsten - Adorable! Wishing you a happy holiday with your girls!

The Raudenbush Family - Oh my goodness–crazy! I hope you can stay in and cozy this weekend and get lots of rest so that you can be somewhat recovered for Christmas. I'm so sorry!
Kelly

The Road To Zen - Hi Jonni, WOW how crazy is all that? I hope you are feeling better now. I would have gone crazy having to leave the girls to go in the hospital but your husband seems to have it all under control. Feel better and have a Merry Christmas!

Michele - Omg! I swear I have had more people in know with health problems the past two weeks than I have had my entire life! Take it easy girl! I'll be thinking about you. Glad you are on the mend

Carol - so glad you are ok!! We got your card…THANK YOU! That was so cute!!

MamMaw Monica - You are in our prayers, not just today but always!
You're in good hands.

Norah - Oh my! I'm glad you are well now.

a Tonggu Momma - Oh my goodness, Jonni! I'm so sorry, but I'm hoping that these past few days have you feeling better. Time for lots of beach reads and good chick flicks.

La-La-Liene - Holy Moly girl! That's horrible but really glad it was taken care of before it got really bad. And thankfully it happened 2 weeks before Christmas and not the night before!

Hang in there and get yourself well. I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers!

*Overflowing* - You poor thing! Praise the Lord they found it early!! Praying you feel better soon.

I had mine removed (the old fashion way…5 inch scare) when I was a freshman in HS. Not fun at all…rest, rest, rest!!!! Oh ya, and NO laughing episodes either. My darn sisters had it out for me…they tried to lighten the mood. We laughed and laughed and about an hour later I cried and cried…the worst pain ever (yes, even worse than child birth).

Hugs girl!!

Janet - JONNI! Are you kidding? WOW! How scary!!!!!! I am so thankful that you are okay! SO thankful!

BTW, I got your card the other day! Your daughters are BEYOND beautiful, thank you SO much for the card. I aspire to be like you one day and actually DO Christmas cards! LOL! Merry Christmas to you all, and may God bless you!

PS- I am so glad you're okay!

Mom 2 six - Jonni- glad you went in. Had it ruptured it would have been much worse. Speedy recovery now ! Thinking of you …

Mom 2 six - Jonni- glad you went in. Had it ruptured it would have been much worse. Speedy recovery now ! Thinking of you …

Ken-Jenifer-Hannah - So glad to hear your ok. My thoughts and Prayers are with you hun. Hope your feeling better for the holidays. Know were thinking of you and thank you for the sweet comment your a very dear friend!!
HUGS

Sue - Jonni
Im so glad your Ok, Im sure you were scared. I sure would have been. Im so glad this didnt happen to you while you were in China.
Recover fast, hugs
Sue

kerri - Oh my word, sweet lady, so glad you went to the DR. when you did!!
Speedy recovery and don't push yourself!
hugs..

Thank you so much for the cards, arrived yesterday, just beautiful!!!

kerri - Oh my word, sweet lady, so glad you went to the DR. when you did!!
Speedy recovery and don't push yourself!
hugs..

Thank you so much for the cards, arrived yesterday, just beautiful!!!

Kirsten - You poor thing! I wish you a speedy recovery! Even though it might be hard with two little girls running around! My thoughts are with you on this holiday season!

Snowflowers Mum - Hey Jonni, hope you are feeling better soon, I had abdminal surgery in September and it can knock your socks off, make sure you dont over do it! At least its the perfect weather for staying inside snuggled up with your two beautiful princesses! Time to upgrade that netflix account!

Snowflowers Mum - Hey Jonni, hope you are feeling better soon, I had abdminal surgery in September and it can knock your socks off, make sure you dont over do it! At least its the perfect weather for staying inside snuggled up with your two beautiful princesses! Time to upgrade that netflix account!

Lisa - OMGosh!!! I'm so glad that you followed your instincts and made an appointment. I"m sorry you're giong through this but glad that you're o.k. Sounds like the Doc was on the ball too with his testing. Some Docs might just dismiss it.

Rest up and again, I'm glad you're o.k.

((hugs))

Lisa

Half Gaelic, Half Garlic! - Oh my word Jonni……I am so sorry, but so thankful that you called the doctor when you did!!! It could have been so much worse if it had progressed or heaven help, ruptured!!

I can imagine the pain that you are in….surgery in the abdominal area is not easy to recover from. It is your core, and everytime you move, you are using your stomach muscles to some degree.

Please take care of yourself…. I hope that you have a speedy recovery and will be able to enjoy a healthy and a happy Holiday Season!!!

Sending big hugs and well wishes your way:)

xo,

Lisa

Jill - Oh Jonni! What a scary ordeal! I am so glad that you and everyone else acted so quickly and that you have such awesome caregivers while you recover (John, Sofia, and Sam)!
Thinking of you!

Half Gaelic, Half Garlic! - Oh my word Jonni……I am so sorry, but so thankful that you called the doctor when you did!!! It could have been so much worse if it had progressed or heaven help, ruptured!!

I can imagine the pain that you are in….surgery in the abdominal area is not easy to recover from. It is your core, and everytime you move, you are using your stomach muscles to some degree.

Please take care of yourself…. I hope that you have a speedy recovery and will be able to enjoy a healthy and a happy Holiday Season!!!

Sending big hugs and well wishes your way:)

xo,

Lisa

Julia - OMG Jonni! First, I'm just so glad you're okay, and that you went to the doctor when you did, what a blessing! It sounds like you're on the road to recupperation much faster than you would have been if you'd waited longer and hopefully fully recovered by Christmas! Please give us updates. Take care!!

The Gang's Momma! - OH! Feel better soon! I'm so glad you are okay and that they caught it in time. I wish I lived nearby, so I could bring you a really decadent meal and a couple trashy celebrity magazines to help you pass the time.

Ooops. Sorry, don't want to make you laugh – I know it hurts

Hugs to you and heal quickly!

Kris - i have the 50D and LOVE it. so glad you get to enjoy your camera to capture all these great holiday moments!

Kris - i have the 50D and LOVE it. so glad you get to enjoy your camera to capture all these great holiday moments!

The Raudenbush Family - Oh, i'm so envious of your camera. My digital rebel has not been doing it for me. If I got it, would it make me an amazing photographer like you? I sent a link to it on amazon to my husband begging if we could buy it and consider it an adoption expense. Where did you get yours?
Kelly
…still waiting to be matched…

bbmomof2boys - OMG!! Love the chasing the car with a golf club scene! How funny.

Miss you!

Hugs,
Carla

Amy K. - Your girls could not be more beautiful! I am so jealous of your photography skills too:)

Carol - just checking in..wow what awesome photos….they are beautiful Jonni!!

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kerri - So disappointing that the "Tiger" is a bit of a snake!

GGHadden - Funny, thanks for posting it Jonni.

Kristy - Too funny!! Wow they put alot into that didnt they!!! On a more serious note, I am so disappointed in Tiger, I just thought he had more class than that!! Too bad.

Kristy

Jill - OMGoodness Jonni!
HOW DID I MISS THIS?????
Thank you!

The Gang's Momma - What great shots of both girls. Glad you are all settling in well. Hope your first Thanksgiving all together was lovely. We're all sick again. Better for a week then in VA with sick cousins and we're sick again. UGH. But I'm using the sick time to catch up on blog reading and some scheduled out posts… Too tired to do anything else.

Michele - My gosh they are beautiful! Lots to be Thankful for! Congrats onthe new camera too!

Half Gaelic, Half Garlic! - I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving with the family…..and OMG, it sounds like you are already enjoying your Christmas gift:) I am SO ENVIOUS…..I have heard nothing but fantastic reviews on that camera. I am sure you are in heaven……the pictures are beautiful, but then again, they always are with your skills and these pretty little subjects!!

Glad to hear that things are going so well for you all:)

Have a great week!!

Lisa

Half Gaelic, Half Garlic! - I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving with the family…..and OMG, it sounds like you are already enjoying your Christmas gift:) I am SO ENVIOUS…..I have heard nothing but fantastic reviews on that camera. I am sure you are in heaven……the pictures are beautiful, but then again, they always are with your skills and these pretty little subjects!!

Glad to hear that things are going so well for you all:)

Have a great week!!

Lisa

ji - Two beautiful blessings!!!

The Raudenbush Family - Amazingly beautiful girls. A lot to be thankful for indeed!
Kelly
…still waiting!…

The Road To Zen - Hi Jonni, Im so excited to tell you that Zen is doing amazing. She broke through whatever was ailing her and now she is so comfortable and happy. I still cannot even walk by my purse because she thinks I am leaving her. I need to change my purse so I can trick her Check my blog for sister pictures. I dont even want to hear about you camera. Im a camera girl too. I finally showed Zen Sammies pictures with you. At first she was just looking at them and then she realized it was YuPing. She said Yuping and Mama, Yuping and Mama!!!

A Mom- In-W8ing - Hope your holiday was great! Love the pics of your cuties!!

Smiles! )
Nikki

bbmomof2boys - Happy Thanksgiving girl! We are so blessed to have our girls – that's for sure. Looks like things are starting to really come together for your little family. The girls are just beautiful..wait…do u see it? I said girlSSSSSSSSSS!!! eeee!! What a great word! GIRLS!

Hugs,
Carla

Lisa - As usual your girls are stunning. Happy Thanksgiving friend. I hope you have a wonderful weekend full of memeories captured with your new toy.

(((hugs)))

Lisa

Jewels of My Heart - They are so beautiful and what precious blessings indeed….
I love your pictures… they just take my breath away. Have fun with your new camera and Happy Thanksgiving!

Norah - Congrats on the camera, and your girls are beautiful!

Norah - Congrats on the camera, and your girls are beautiful!

Kristin - Happy Thanksgiving!

Def. jealous about your new camera!

Faith Hope Love Photography - Congrats on the new camera, you lucky lady!! Can't wait to see all your holiday pictures!
Have a great one:)
Steph

Faith Hope Love Photography - Congrats on the new camera, you lucky lady!! Can't wait to see all your holiday pictures!
Have a great one:)
Steph

Snowflowers Mum - the girls are GREAt…but the camera OMG! you lucky lucky girl!

kerri - Happy Thanksgiving to you my dear friend, blessings to you and your sweet girls.

Congrats on the new camera, woohoo!!!!!

Sue - Beautiful pictures Jonni!
The girls look adorable
Sue

Anonymous - Hi Jonni, The girls look amazing and so happy. The are so beautiful. Thanks for following to China. Im sure you now why it is all pictures and no words. Weve been home for a couple days. Wow, we used to think it wa hard with 2 kids, add 1 more and it is insanity. ZenXiao is transitioning slowly. She is a crier and refuses to sleep. China was very hard, mostly the seperation from my girls. I almost caved in. Trying to recover but without sleep its impossible. It looks like yuPing transition much easier. If not please email me and let me know!

a Tonggu Momma - So glad y'all are doing so well… the pictures tell the story of how well Sammy is doing and how well Sofia is adjusting to being Big Sister.

Jennifer - The girls are so cute! Glad things are going well! Hope you're catching up on your rest.

Janet - She looks great! I'm loving the update. They are both adorable and sweet!

joymweaver - They just both look so happy. I am so glad that Sammy has learned so many new words. I am so excited for you.

Jill - YEAH! A Sofia and Sammy update! They look INCREDIBLE! Great pics as usual! Glad to hear Sammy is doing so well,and that sweet Sofia is adjuusting to being a sister! Miss you girlie!

MotherMotherOcean - I am glad everything is going so well. It is nice to see their faces.

Snowflowers Mum - Hey babe…so good to see you posting again! I've missed you! Love the update and the photos! The girls look amazing together!

Stefanie - What a great update! And as usual, the pictures are AWESOME
Sounds like Sammy is doing incredibly well, the pictures tell the story too… she looks like she is truly blossoming

*Overflowing* - Fabulous news sweet friend! Woohoo!

sierrasmom - Great news!!!!

Natalie - Praise God. So glad to hear that!
Where are your gorgeous photo's???
How do you keep up with your blog??? I really don't have an excuse! It's so hard to stay updated…
Hugs to all of you. Now, off to catch up on your blog.

Wife of the Pres. - OH my goodness! I somehow clicked over here from another blog that I linked to from Cheri's blog (Lia, Evan) and I remember seeing you on RQ!!!

Your girls are absolutely precious! To see Sofia comforting Samantha … makes one's heart melt!!!

So happy for you that you have your Samantha home and what wonderful news from the doctor!!!!! Thrilled for her and your family!!!

Leslie (Hopingfor08 on RQ)

Lost and Found - What wonderful news! My Em too had seizures but no one told me until I was in China. They were from a time when she was sick and needed care that couldn't be provided by her SWI. Thankfully she was loved and supported financially to get the care she needed. I'd love her regardless but she is a typical 3 1/2 year old without any medical issues.

MamMaw Monica - I am so incredibly Happy for all of you! This is why children are called "Blessings" and in all their ways "Miracles". We miss the photos, hope you regain your strength and pick up your camera soon. Lil Orchid misses Sofia and wants to see more of her new sister, Samantha Always in our thoughts!

Brianna Phelan - Fantastic news. Truly wonderful!

Half Gaelic, Half Garlic! - I am glad to hear the good news my friend. You must be very relieved!

Hope you all have a Happy Halloween!

Hugs,

Lisa

Colleen - Wow!!! What a blessing!!!! Such fantastic news!!!

Mama to virtual twins - Jonni,

This is wonderful news! I hope you
ALL have a wonderful Halloween as
a new family of four.

Hugs,

Sindy

P.S. HOPING FOR TA NEXT WEEK!

Ken-Jenifer-Hannah - That's Great News Jonni, I'm so happy for you and your family.

Amy K. - Jonni!

That is so wonderful!!!!!! What a relief…

Amy

La-La-Liene - Yea!!!! So I guess that means she's completely healthy and normal.

Glad she's also waking up happier and adjusting well to her new life in her new family.

kerri - Oh Jonni that is the best news, so happy for Samantha!!

Lisa - This is amazing news!! So glad that everything is just as it should be. Praising God with you.

Lisa

Snowflowers Mum - Oh Jonni…this is fantastic news for Samantha! I'm so happy the girls are doing so well together.

lots of love to you all!

redmaryjanes - I am so happy for you. It is such an amazing relief to hear that your child is healthy. I am also glad that she is attaching well. Have fun this Halloween!

bbmomof2boys - Oh wow Jonni!!! That is great news, I'm so happy for you guys. I'm glad she is doing well on her attachment. When Little T first got home we had a toy in her crib that would make a noise if she pulled it. This is how she announced to us that she was up everyday morning! She too was quiet and sad in the mornings but this passed pretty quickly.

2 wonderful girls!!

Hugs,
Carla

Norah - M had a seizure after being in the US for 2 months. It was so scary and I always have fear about it in the back of my head. She had all kinds of testing and everyone said the same thing. " Sometimes these things just happen. It may happen again or it may not." I'm glad you got positive results!

Stefanie - What BLESSED news, Jonni!!

Jill - PRAISE JESUS! Been thinking of you guys Jonni!
Hugs, Me

"M" - Great news!! I, too, was wondering if they are assuming that they were febrile seizures? My dd had one in January and am grateful that this is what it seemed to be. Something that most kids grow out of by 5 or 6. Glad she is doing so well.

Sue - What awesome news! I bet they were just fever seizures! I'm so happy to read this!
Sue

Kristy - Jonni they are both so beautiful but I think the most incredible thing is what their relationship is going to be as they grow up. It just makes my heart smile!!

Lov and blessings, Kristy

Robert - SWEET! Em's immunization record said she had ONE shot. When our IA pediatrician drew blood he did all the titers which showed she has many more. In days I was sent her correct record which spared her having all those shots again. Apparently if they are in foster care or move at all there will be 2 records. The one with the single shot was from her SWI whereas the other was from where she lived the last 10 months. Good Luck!

Kristin - LOVE the pics!! SO cute!!!

Anonymous - the new pics are amazing. They are such gorgeous and photogenic children.

Jo xx

Ken-Jenifer-Hannah - You have two beautiful children. Im so happy samantha is doing so well. I really enjoy following your family journeys. Thanks for the comments its great having a friend that has went though the waiting game. Thanks for being there.
HUGS
Jen

The Gang's Momma - So much to say, so many beautiful pics to comment upon

Love the clothes. What little fashionistas. Sooo cute.

Love the earrings. Boy, you are brave, to do a toddler's ears. I am such a chicken it took me a year to do my own a second time. It's really sweet tho how she is such a girly girl.

And the sleep? So glad you are resting up. These girls are hard on us old broads, aren't they?!

Janet - I'm loving the update! They are both so beautiful!

Jeane puts her mouth on her arm when she is nervous too. A self-soothing mechanism. I gently put it down put she still does it when she's really nervous.

Norah - Great update and pictures. Sammy's eyes remind me of Linhsey's. So much expression. Beautiful!

redmaryjanes - Beautiful! How far apart are they in age? They remind me of Eli and Sophia, I call them the twins because they are only 9 months apart.

sierrasmom - Oh my goodness, they are both TOO sweet. Sierra is already talking about going back and getting a little sister…….
Kathie

Jennifer - I love the pictures-especially with the sunglasses at the dentist and the one where they are wearing your shoes. So cute! I hope you'll catch up on rest soon!

Jen

bbmomof2boys - Jonni!! How wonderful that things are starting to settle down a bit for you. Sam seems to be getting along just fine. I've been worried about you and just told Big T yesterday that I needed to call you now that you have gotten over your jetlag!

Hugs,
Carla

MotherMotherOcean - I am so happy that things are going well and that they love each other so much. It will be nice to have a sister close in age to share life with.

L - What beautiful girls. I am impressed you were able to get photos of all that you have done, give yourself some credit!

I found when we went from 1 to 2 it was triple the work. The good news is when you go from 2 to 3, it is way easier ! I hope that 3 to 4 is as easy. Take care and snuggle those two and stay warm. We have already had 3 snowstorms here in MT, I am guessing its going to be a long cold winter.
lyndsey

Amy K. - Oh my goodness! I love all the new pictures. The girls look so cute together. It's like they've always been sisters…just beautiful.

I hear you on the days just slipping away. We've been home over a month, and I'm still behind! Glad you guys are doing so great.

Amy

Oh, Libby seems to be a lefty too!

Michele - They are both so adorable! I am so happy for you and love reading your updates. Tell Sofia anytime she wants a hug fest she can come visit Lilly, the two of them would get along perfectly. When Lilly gets together with her cousin (her cousin is 20 months older) we have to pull Lilly off of her because she won't stop the hugging. It's very cute but I feel bad for my niece! Love the earringsand the beautiful winter coats
I am with you I have a feeling it's going to be a very long and cold winter, it got cold much earlier this year than it usually does.
Take care and thanks for the update.
Hugs,
Michele

Anonymous - Hi Jonni, I was wondering if you could tell me what happens once we fly in to the Province to get ZenXiao. Do we go straight to Civil affairs to get her or do we go to the hotel first? Also, how far is the hotel from Civil Affairs Office. I wanted to know if it was a long ride after getting her, so I can pack things for her to do. Also, We fly into Nanjing at 10:00am, what time do you think we will meet her. I am so confused and nervous. If you can let me know I would be very grateful. I hope your girls are doing amazing, Im sure they are. Love, Kelli

Anonymous - Hi Jonni, I was wondering if you could tell me what happens once we fly in to the Province to get ZenXiao. Do we go straight to Civil affairs to get her or do we go to the hotel first? Also, how far is the hotel from Civil Affairs Office. I wanted to know if it was a long ride after getting her, so I can pack things for her to do. Also, We fly into Nanjing at 10:00am, what time do you think we will meet her. I am so confused and nervous. If you can let me know I would be very grateful. I hope your girls are doing amazing, Im sure they are. Love, Kelli

sierrasmom - Hi, I so enjoyed following your journey. Your daughters are absolutely beautiful!! I still think since we are both SAHMs ( I am at least for this year) that we should meet 1/2 way some day and let our 3 3year olds play together!!!I noticed Grandma and Grandpa are from Long Island. I was born there and lived there until I was 12!!!
Kathie in NY

Kris - oh and a happy belated birthday to your sweet sofia!

Kris - hayley is the bomb, isn't she? i'm still giggling at grandma getting so much affection from the farm animals! what a great day and the pictures are stunning :O)

Michelle - I will send you one when I send out your plaque on Friday. I'm so sorry it has taken me so long. It has actually been done for quite some time but I just have been remiss in sending it out. Sorry!

No need to send one in return. I still have the lovely one you sent me when I was collecting awhile back.

Lisa - What incredibility beautiful girls you have.

Happy Birthday Sofia! I hope you had a great day.

The Gang's Momma - You know, that's something I never did for Li'l Empress. I kinda didn't find out about it till way too late to start, then we were expedited. I wonder if I'll be more on the ball next time?!

Cheri - I can't remember if we've already traded but I'd be willing to trade a couple from the "kids". LOL

Snowflowers Mum - ugh…I am so bad, I will send mine out this week.

Sue - Ohh the pictures are just adorable! Sam looks like she's right at home. I love it, another Yangzhou baby home. Thank you for sharing!
Sue

joymweaver - I love the pics. I love the sideways half-smile that Samantha gives. It is so good to get an update. Happy Birthday, Sofia, from the Weavers.

Snowflowers Mum - So glad you loved the tshirts! We live in sandbox threads!

Faith Hope Love Photography - Congrats!! The girls are beautiful:) Looks like a fun time!

Cheri - A big Happy Birthday Day to Sophia!

The girls are just beautiful together Jonni. I love the pictures. I hope all is going well. ((HUGS))

MotherMotherOcean - nice to see you up for air.

Jewels of My Heart - How happy………. Welcome home Samantha and Happy Birthday Sofia…
What a special day at the farm.
I just love seeing them together… I always wanted a sister. How fun that they have each other.
God Bless You,
Daleea

Norah - Happy Birthday Sofia!!!!!!!

Michele - Omg, I love the first pic, Samantha looks like, "oh no not another pic!" They are both adorable and it looks like Sammy did very well with her grandparents. So glad to hear things are going well and so happy for the update.
Hugs,
Michele

The Road To Zen - Feliz Cumpleanos Sophia! Oh my G they are so freaking cute. I dont know how you stand it. I would be squeezing them and loving them all day long! They look so happy together. It is so amazing the difference you have made for these girls.

Ken-Jenifer-Hannah - Happy Birthday Sophia, Your girls are beautiful Jonni. Samantha looks right at home

Hugs
Jen

Lost and Found - Such a beautiful family! Hayley has GREAT taste so I'm sure whatever she sent was fabulous. Next time you head to LI please let me know. We'd love a play date and to meet the girls.

bbmomof2boys - awww…Jonni – the girls look so happy!!! Yeah!! Sammy is such a cutie pie – holy cow. I can't wait to see more pics of her as she starts to blossom in your wonderful family.

Happy Birthday Sweet Sofia!! Little T sends big hugs and kisses!

Hugs,
Carla

Dale - Yah! I've been checking every day for pics! They are sooo adorable! I esp. love the pic. of Samantha sitting on her grandpa's lap but they are all cute of course. Congratulations Jonni to you and your husband, on your perfect family!!

Half Gaelic, Half Garlic! - Welcome Home!!! I can't believe you are back already:) The girls are so sweet together….I just can't get over it!!

Happy Bday to sweet Sofia!!

Looking forward to more cute pics:)

Take Care,

Lisa

Colleen - Ohhhh the girls are so amazingly cute togther!!!! So wonderful to see!!! So much excitement going on in your home!I can just imagine the holiday season for you all this year!!!!:D

Jill - Oh gosh Jonni! I do not even know where to start!!! Those girls of yours are ADORABLE! I love the matching outfits and coats! Do people ask you if they are twins??

Sammy looks like she is adjusting well! Glad you all seem to be! Hope the jet lag is finally over for you….WELCOME HOME SERGI FAMILY!

And last but not least, HAPPY 3RD BIRTHDAY SWEET SOFIA! May this year be as happy and exciting as the last!

Been thinking of you Jonni!
Hugs, Jill

HuluMama - Happy Birthday Sofia and Welcome Home Samantha! Hope you get over the jet lag soon Momma!

Stefanie - The pictures are so sweet… love to see how Samantha is settling in!!
And a BIG Happy Birthday to Sofia Wow, you've got LOTS going on!!
Sorry about the previous comment, I actually misspelled Sofia's name! My fingers are used to spelling Sophie, I'm afraid

a Tonggu Momma - Welcome home and happy birthday, Sofia! So glad to see y'all are settling in.

Mom 2 six - Love the pictures. The girls are so cute.

Kristin - Happy Birthday Sofia!! Love the pics of the girls together! They look so happy!

The Road To Zen - Hi Jonni, I am getting so nervous. I keep watching your gotcha day video and trying to imagine myself there with ZenXiao. I hope Yuping is doing well and your jetlag is wearing off. Take care of yourself and your beautiful angels. Love Kelli

The Road To Zen - Hi Jonni, I got you note on China adopt talk. I hope things are getting easier for Samantha. I wish I knew what to expect. Maybe you could clue me in, I would really appreciate it. When ZenXiao (ChunXiao to Sam) comes home we will stay in touch. I would make a road trip your way for them to see each other. My girls LOVE hotel rooms. Im not sure why, its scary. I would love for them to see each other. If not we live 5 minutes from OceanCity Maryland. I dont know if you ever vacation here but if you do we could see you guys then. Please drop me a note when yo have time about Yuping. Love Kelli

Nikki - Welcome home friend…sweet dreams:)

The Road To Zen - Hi Jonni, I am leaving on October 30th, I got the magic call today! Yeah! You can tell Yuping that ChunXiao is coming home soon!

Rebecca - John & Johnni, the girls are so beautiful and it looks like in the last photo they get along well. Hope all goes well! I'm sure it will!
Rebecca Kullmann

JenB007 - Congrats on becoming a family of 4! That is so exciting. Hopefully we will get to meet your adorable girls soon.

jwhitacre - WELCOME HOME!!! I got chills reading your posts and watching the video! I'm so happy for you all!!!

norie - happy birthday sofia!!!!

from cecelia, her mom and her dad

The Road To Zen - Hi Jonni, I hope everything is going well and Yuping is adjusting to her new family. Im sure you are tierd and jetlagged. I wanted to know if you ever made it to the orphanage. It didnt sound like it but I thought there might be a chance you got to go. I hope your girls are bringing you much joy!

Roberta - Glad you're all home safely. Happy Birthday Sofia! Hope you enjoy your first birthday with your sister Samantha by your side! Can't wait to meet Samantha. Roberta, Jim and Helaina

Sue - Welcome to the USA Sammy!

Hope the Jet lag isnt to bad for you all….

sue

Michele - Welcome home! Happy your all home. Can't wait for unpates and photos. I can wait for that though take time and enjoy your beautiful family!
Hugs,
Michele

Denise Olson - welcome home all of you!!! when I get back I'm going to get caught up with your wonderful adventures. I'll be needing this sweet happy time of yours!!! Congratulations!!!!

Amy - Welcome home!!!!!!!!!!!

sierrasmom - So glad you are home. we will have to "talk" when you are sttled. Love to "visit" with fellow NYers…. And another precious child has a forever family!!!!!!

Dale - Welcome Home! The photos you posted are so adorable! What fun to have them in their sisterly outfits. I especially love the one of Sofia making Samantha laugh. All the best, Dale

Liene - Glad you made it home! Can't believe your trip went so quickly!!

Ken-Jenifer-Hannah - Welcome Home!!! I love that picture of you and your two girls, so beautiful. Happy for your family
Hugs
Jennifer

kerri - Welcome home Sergi family, catch up on your ZZZ, then of course we want more pictures, LOL!!!
Hugs..

The Road To Zen - I cant wait to see some more pictures of the girls together. They are so incredibly cute. I hope all is well. Looking forward to your next post! Kelli

Snowflowers Mum - Welcome home!!!!

HuluMama - Welcome home!

The Gang's Momma - Welcome Home! So happy for you all. Sleep, sleep, sleep whenever you can. Hugs all around and congrats again!

Beth - Welcome Home!!! I'm so happy for your family. I can't wait to see photos (once you recover from jet lag)!

Beth

bbmomof2boys - Welcome home Sergi family of 4!!

Hugs,
Carla

The Road To Zen - Jonni, TA TA TA TA TA I got it. I dont know the CA date yet. After the holiday I will get it but I got my TA today! Im going to china!

kerri - Can't believe your on your home home soon!!
We found that our second trip was more relaxing too, knew what to expect.
Looking forward to more pics, just finished watching family day video again, it is soooo beautiful..

Sue - Safe Travel, cant wait to chat!
Sue

Welcome Home Sam!

Snowflowers Mum - Happy travels Guys!

MotherMotherOcean - Travel well. I am glad you are on your way home. I take it you guys dont do chinese food?

Amy - Have a great trip home!!! Can't wait to see more photos of the girls together safely at home!

Amy

The Road To Zen - Im sorry I cant stop calling her Yuping. Ive known her by that name for so long it is hard to change. I promise I will get better at it. I cant wait until ZenXiao is home and I can tell her that Yuping has a wonderful family and show her pictures on your blog!

The Road To Zen - I will be waiting for those pictures! I am so glad that Yuping is coming around. She knows how much you guys love her and she is starting to feel safe. It will be great to get her home and start your new life as a family of 4.

Jill - Been following all along Jonni! I am sooo happy for all of you! Can't wait to have you back and to see more pics!
Hugs, Jill

Anonymous - So happy to have shared your journey through your blog postings. Watching Sofia greet & hug her sister Samantha for the first time is the most touching sight. Safe travels home sweet Jonni.
Maureen

joymweaver - I am so excited for you. They each now have a sister (something I always wanted, but never had).

I wanted to let you know that we got our LOA today–after 132 days of waiting. Now the wait for travel approval starts.

Joy

GGHadden - Glad you are on the home-stretch……….whew what a trip. Happy to hear all is well. Can't wait for more pictures.

Norah - SO happy to see some pictures. Beautiful!

Amy - Yeahhh! Y'all are coming home! So happy to hear that Samantha is starting to trust John, also! Happy Father's Day John! =) I am so happy that you were able to experience such a wonderful time there in China. You will have so much to show and share with both of the girls as they get older! Safe travels home!

Love, Amy

bbmomof2boys - Hey – thinking about you guys! By the way, that last picture? Love that smile on Sam!!

Hugs,
Carla

Donna - Beautiful photos! I just found your blog and it's fast becoming a favorite.

I'm mom to virtual twin girls from China too. We stayed at the Garden hotel for our first adoption. Room service makes the BEST tuna sandwich!

Sam looks kinda shell shocked — which is understandable. When I look back at our photos, our 2nd daughter had exactly the same expression on her face for the first two weeks. But she's all smiles now!

Donna
Our blog: Double Happiness!

redmaryjanes - The girls are just beautiful!!

Kristin - LOVE the video & pics!!!! So happy for you & your family!!

*Overflowing* - I can honestly say I have never seen anything more precious than watching Sofia love on her new sissy. Beautiful…simply beautiful! Congratulations my sweet friend..I am so excited for you guys!!! HUGS, stacy

norie - hi jonni, john, sofia, and samantha…

calry, cecelia,meilyn, and i are enjoying your pictures…

the girls are so excited to see sofia in china and to meet her sister in pictures!

we will see you on thursday!!!

from carly – i love your other little girl!

from cecelia = i want you to come home and come to my house – i love you

from meilyn – come to my house when you come home

love, norie

Sandy - Aw Jonni, a family of four at last. Your daughters are beautiful! I had tears of joy for you seeing their pics, but the video has me positively bawling! I'm so happy for you and your husband! May you have a safe journey home and an easy adjustment for Samantha!

Deb & Meilyn - For Sam & Sofia, Mommy and I were looking at your pictures today!!!!! I told her "Look, two of them are gorgeous". "Sofia, I like yours new sister! Hope we can play soon!"
Meilyn

Just precious Jonni! What an adorable gotcha moment, Sofia was so grown up & loving! Deb

Sue - Jonni,
The pictures are adorable, I was so excited to see Sam and Sophia together. What a special bond they will have. Jadyn remembers Sam and say something in Chinese when she looks at her picture. So cute!
Sue

Mama to virtual twins - Thanks for sharing your Gotcha
Day. It has seriously made me
think of rushing to get Allie
ready to go. Your family is
beautiful and I'm so thrilled
for you sweetie!!!

Many Hugs,

Sindy

Cheri - Oh Jonni, I just loved Sophia's reaction. Samantha is just so beautiful. Congratulations.

joymweaver - Oh Jonni,
They are so beautiful together. I can tell that they are going to be wonderful sisters. I am so happy for you.

Joy

MotherMotherOcean - She fits perfectly in. I am glad that you got photos up. They make my heart happy.

Erin - Oh my gosh, your daughters are beautiful. And Samantha is smiling in a couple of the photos – love it! So glad you can blog and post now since its been killing me. Joe and my dad are SO ready to come home. Joseph is having night terrors poor little guy. See you on Thursday!!!

Michele - How sweet, as I wipe the tears from my eyes, Samantha is beautiful! Thank you for sharing your special day with us! Your daughters are beautiful

Amy K. - Oh, your video made me cry! I love that Sophia went right up to her and hugged her new sister. Both of your girls are just beautiful, Jonni! Looking forward to more updates.

Mom 2 six - What beautys- nice that you are in GZ. One step closer to home !!

Stefanie - PICTURES!! And SO worth the wait… Samantha is SO beautiful… your girls are so precious together!!
YAY!!!

Dorothy - Congrats on your new daughter! I am enjoying reading your posts as they are helping me to prepare for our trip in just a few weeks. Our daughter, Kaci, is also waiting for us at the Yangzhou SWI in Jiangsu.

I pray that Samantha's adjustment will improve daily as she comes to know and love her new family!

Blessings,
Dorothy

Amy - Oh what beautiful girls! Jonni, you are glowing! I wish I could see John as I am sure he is just a proud as you! Two BEAUTIFUL girls!! Thank you for sharing a peek into your family day! It brought back so many memories of getting my children. Safe travels and can't wait till y'all get home! God bless!

Love, Amy

L - Thanks for sharing such a special moment. I just love the last photo of the girls in red, you can see Samantha coming out of her shell. What sweet little girls you have. Enjoy!
Blessings,
lyndsey

shelley - Oh what a wonderful post. It brought back memories of 6 months ago when we were there. How wonderful your girls are. Thank you so much for sharing your story.

The Gang's Momma - Okay, I'm back. I just read the last four posts and I can't stop crying. I'm so happy for you guys. And whatever the transition looks like, however it plays out, just know that I'm praying for you guys and especially for that sweet little Sammie. What a beautiful opportunity you guys have to shower her with love, affection, and permanence.

Building that trust and pouring into her the promise that her life holds in Christ is such an honor – I've no doubt that HE chose you and will equip you to overcome whatever she must deal with to move forward. And with whatever she faces from here on. I wish I could be there to hug you in person. Believe me, if I still lived in NY, I'd be camped on your doorstep with a meal or two for your freezer and some serious happy tears

norie - i am in tears jonni…

love, norie

kerri - oh Jonni, I just watched the video, thank you for sharing such a beautiful moment with us!!It just brought me to tears, such a moving moment to watch, both your daughters hugging with Mom and Dad looking on!!
So happy for you, sending hugs..

The Gang's Momma - LOVE IT! We have that shirt – so pretty I'm just soaking in all the yummy goodness of these posts and LOVING IT ALL! Crying tears of joy for you. Again

Mea - I am so relieved and happy to see you all together. Sofia was