Paul and Tracey were here five years ago to adopt Criza from another home in the southern Philippines; we picked them up at the airport last night, here to adopt Christian from the little children's home.

They came down to our home for breakfast this morning and met Christian here. Criza had been slow to warm up to her dad when they first met...

...so it was relief and joy when Christian went very quickly to Paul--and clearly feels very safe in his massive arms.

We always would like to share as much of our children's home culture with families as possible, so it's been a full day of lunch at an art gallery, a visit to the petroglyphs in Angono, shopping at the market in Antipolo, and a visit to the church there.

Then it was back to the Gunderson's home for a nice visit and dinner.

Criza's an excited big sister...

...and an eager shopper, so I think tomorrow will likely include a trip to the mall.