Message Center: Journey to Maya


Name: Sue Lewis from Hangzhou sue@lewisaz.org
Date: 4/4/08 15:12:17
Hi, I am glad that you are ok- can you email me I have a question for you sue@lewisaz.org.Thanks for sharing your story! Sue

Name: irving.p.oliver@gmail.com
Date: 10/28/07 6:46:22
Hi friends. Nice site!

Name: Sandy
Date: 3/25/05 20:24:11
Welcome Home! So Sorry we were on the road and didn't make it back in time! You guys look so wonderful and Happy! Can't wait to see you in person!

Name: The Mercil Family
Date: 3/25/05 13:21:14
What a great homecoming! Malinda, I really enjoyed "traveling" along with you! Now, go try and get some rest! Take care, Emily and Sylvie

Name: Lea Clinton
Date: 3/23/05 17:16:49
I am so excited for your new family, both your girls are so beautiful. I love the picture of Maya eating the Gerber puffs - I can respect a girl who loves to eat! I hope your trip home is safe . . . and with as few meltdowns as possible.

Name: Vicki and Jenna
Date: 3/23/05 6:23:24
Have safe travels back HOME! Will miss getting to see you at the airport. Your trip log has made us soooo excited! Congrats family of three!

Name: Linda Winfield
Date: 3/22/05 11:29:48
I've enjoyed seeing Maya blossom over the last week through your posts - she's precious! What an awesome blessing you have with Zoe and Maya. Can't wait to meet her! Safe Travels to you all!

Name: the Lamberts
Date: 3/21/05 14:47:27
Malinda, I have enjoyed reading all your post. What a beautiful new daughter you have. Safe trip home for you all. Lesa

Name: Mei-Ling, Juan Carlos and Mei Lin Fang
Date: 3/20/05 22:53:19
Maya looks so pretty with the haircut. Thanks to shared this beautiful experience.

Name: Rhonda Ackley
Date: 3/20/05 15:47:13
Malinda, you should be a writer by trade. I laughed so hard reading your description of your moms massage. I have been thinking about getting one while there. Hmm? Not so sure now.

Name: The Mercil Family
Date: 3/20/05 15:44:3
Malinda: I think it's hilarious you took Maya for a haircut! And she looks adorable! In fact, she looks alot like Sylvie with her hair cut! Take care, Emily and Sylvie

Name: Sue Anderson
Date: 3/20/05 15:35:46
Maggie, Meredith, and I are enjoying seeing the photos of your trip! I'm glad that Maya is doing so well! Good luck on the trip back. Remember that coming to Texas is another big change for Maya and it will be different for Zoe and you, too.

Name: Connie Pyatt-Dryden
Date: 3/20/05 13:47:13
Your daughters are beautiful! Congratulations on the newest addition to your family. Your life will never been the same - it will always be filled with loving eyes, happy smiles, and sweet little girl kisses times two!

Name: Cindy
Date: 3/20/05 10:14:25
I hate to tell you but that big sib angst about sharing mom doesn't ever go away . . . at least my 14-year-old (can you believe it?) still has it. The sobbing wanes, however (which is good for everyone!). Can't wait to see you!

Name: The Leihgeber Family
Date: 3/19/05 11:28:42
Tell Mimi I got a huge chuckle from her descriptive massage! Glad to know what size Maya is wearing. She and Allysa are about the same weight.

Name: The Leihgeber Family
Date: 3/19/05 11:25:34
Jenna and I are having a great time following your journey. She's recognized two of her Gymboree outfits! Maya looks so happy!

Name: Melinda Westmoreland
Date: 3/19/05 11:23:58
Maya is adorable!! Thank you for sharing your trip with us- my favorite picture is Maya and Zoe in the bathtub :) You have truly been blessed with two beautiful daughters. Congratulations!!!

Name: The Merlau Family
Date: 3/19/05 8:55:5
SORRY for all the same posts. If you're going to be there all weekend, i wonder if the Guide could get a few pictures of Jin Yan Knog (Sydney Faith Yan) before ya'll leave Nanning???

Name: Jerome, Chelle & Emily Rose
Date: 3/19/05 8:42:56
What a joy to follow you on this journey!! Even more so now that we have our REFERRAL and our baby is at Mother's Love!!!! Thanks for giving us such a GREAT feeling about Mothers Love. God Bless, The Merlau's

Name: Phillip
Date: 3/18/05 15:0:0
Children always adjust better than we do!! As Mom says, "Children survive in spite of their parents, not because of them" I have found that to be true with my 3. P.S. Your un-sentiment brother is very much enjoying the story being told.

Name: Janelle Barnes
Date: 3/18/05 14:50:4
WOW! Your story is so beautiful! Thank you for sharing it! Maya and Zoe are beautiful! I've met Zoe once here at the school and so look forward to meeting Maya on your return. Have a safe and happy journey back! I'll see you at DFW.

Name: The Mercil Family
Date: 3/18/05 9:22:18
Your contact with the foster family will be a time to treasure forever! What a wonderful connection. Malinda-you have a beautiful family (and I have tears in my eyes as I write this-LOL!) Take care, Emily and Sylvie

Name: The Me
Date: 3/18/05 9:20:15

Name: Stephanie L. Davis
Date: 3/18/05 9:4:52
I am soooo happy for you (Malinda), Maya, Zoe, and MiMi!!! The story of your journey is so inspiring, and you are definitely a beautiful and blessed "forever family." Have a safe trip home....

Name: Judith, Minn, Kate and Carly Aung
Date: 3/17/05 16:49:46
We are enjoying following your visit. She looks so happy and comfortable with you and Zoe and Mimi. I think it was a great sign that she came back to you so happily. It is like closure.

Name: Roy Harris
Date: 3/17/05 14:38:9
The photos are wonderful and I can see the joy in all of your eyes. congratulations.

Name: Becky
Date: 3/16/05 15:57:55
Well, Malinda, I have looked twice and cried twice. I am so happy for you. I can just tell that Maya is special. She has some quality about her that will show up some day and you will know I was right. I can't put a finger on it. Just watch.

Name: Debbie Fathree
Date: 3/16/05 14:41:43
Everyone is commenting on how beautiful Zoe and Maya are. I would like to officially observe how beautiful YOU are, inside and out, as you write about your girls and as I observe you in the photos. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. ~Deb.

Name: Julie
Date: 3/16/05 14:33:23
Can't wait to see Maya in person! Seiler and I loved the picture of Zoe doing Maya's hair. Seiler told me that Zoe is very good at washing hair and that she loved "painting" Zoe's. We'll see you all in a week! love j

Name: Seiler
Date: 3/16/05 14:29:36
Dear Zoe, I hope you're having a good time. Come to our house again. I hope you're having a good time with your baby sister. Love, Seiler

Name: The Mercil Family
Date: 3/16/05 12:57:14
Malinda: I'm so pleased that things are going well for your new little family! I think I remember the Guangxi Museum from our trip last time! I think it is great you are going to be able to meet the foster family! Take care, Emily and Sylvie

Name: Barb Tsirigotis
Date: 3/16/05 10:26:27
The pictures are terrific and Maya is beautiful. I'm so happy for you and Zoe. Can't wait to see Maya in person!!

Name: Tonya, John & Cosette
Date: 3/16/05 8:51:34
I have tears in my eyes as I read your journal. Maya is precious. It's also wonderful to hear about Zoe growing to love "her" baby. You are so very blessed!

Name: Scott, Bobbi, Alex, & Veronika
Date: 3/15/05 20:47:46
We think she is just gorgeous! We hope things continue to go well! You are all in our prayers. Hi Zoe!! You are being a great big sister. keep up the good work. Love to you all.

Name: Maggie
Date: 3/15/05 19:12:40
Hey! How's it goin'? Maya is really cute, but I saw no pictures of big sister with Maya. Come to our home April second-ish. PLEEEEEASE! Hope to see you soon. More pictures, please. Remember the password, Maggie.

Name: Rhonda
Date: 3/15/05 16:31:17
I am so happy people are treating Zoe like she is special. It is hard not being the only one getting Mama's attention. Maya is beautiful.

Name: Marcia Armstrong
Date: 3/15/05 10:36:40
Maya is beautiful!! Have fun in Nanning... the Guangxi museum is great!!

Name: Marcia Armstrong
Date: 3/15/05 10:36:21
Haven't seen in your post if you are a client of Great Wall China Adoption. If so, and you have Veronica for your guide, we had her last month and she was awesome!!! Please tell her "hi" from the Armstrongs! Tell her to check her email!!

Name: Jeanna, Brian and Samantha Firmin
Date: 3/15/05 10:7:7
What an angel! So beautiful.... I know that the grieving process is hard for everyone so we are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. I loved the pictures of Zoe during your tours; what a cutie in her hat!

Name: Jeanna, Brian and Samantha Firmin
Date: 3/15/05 10:7:5
What an angel! So beautiful.... I know that the grieving process is hard for everyone so we are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. I loved the pictures of Zoe during your tours; what a cutie in her hat!

Name: THO Business Office
Date: 3/15/05 8:46:21
Fran - congratulations, she is beautiful!!!! Can't wait to see her in person. Thanks for telling us about the web site. Hope you all have a fun and safe trip.

Name: Holly White 1L
Date: 3/14/05 23:38:12
What a moment that must have been to hold sweet Maya for the first time... I am so happy for all three of you!

Name: The Winfield Crew
Date: 3/14/05 22:17:28
Maya is adorable...love the little pigtails!!! So happy for you and Zoe! What a blessing! We can't wait to meet her in person and keeping you all in our prayers.

Name: Minn, Judith, Kate and Carly Aung
Date: 3/14/05 21:25:21
Congratulations ! Maya is just beautiful. We are so enjoying your posts and so happy for you and Zoe!

Name: Maya is just beautiful
Date: 3/14/05 21:24:44
How blessed you are to have two beautiful girls. We are enjoying your posts and so happy for you!

Name: Vicki Leihgeber
Date: 3/14/05 19:45:41
Malinda, she's absolutely precious! She now has the love of her forever family and that will ease the pain of her grieving. Keeping you in my prayers for a continued, wonderful journey. Love, Vicki and Jenna

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Date: 3/14/05 19:42:13

Name: The Hamptons
Date: 3/14/05 19:34:2
Malinda and Zoe -- congratulations on your new daughter and sister! Maya is incredibly beautiful -- looking forward to seeing more pics as you continue to bond. Lots of Love from all the Hamptons

Name: Sue Anderson
Date: 3/14/05 17:46:17
Congratulations Malinda and Zoe! I'm so excited for you. Reading about your trip brings back so many memories for me!

Name: Jerome, Chelle & Emily Rose
Date: 3/14/05 17:38:0
Malinda, She is beautiful!! We will pray for the bonding process to be as gentle as possible for all of you and a safe journey. Love, The Merlau's

Name: Arlene Lewis
Date: 3/14/05 16:28:40
We are looking forward to March 24 at 5:51 p.m. See ya there.

Name: Victoria, Gary, Rowan and Eliza
Date: 3/14/05 16:13:51
What a Looker!Sheis a heart stopper. Try to keep your perspective as she goes through her grieving. Rowan stood at the hotel door for the first two days and nearly broke our hearts. It will get better and better every day. Hooray for the Seymore's.

Name: The Damons
Date: 3/14/05 15:25:54
What a beauty!!! Maya is one stunning gal! So happy to see her in your arms, Malinda!! Congratulations Friends! Love, Bev, Duane, Morgan and Mackenzie

Name: The Lambert
Date: 3/14/05 15:3:53

Name: Rita
Date: 3/14/05 14:56:9
What a doll!! Zoe's really a big sis now - Maya is such a blessing to all of you. I, like the other gazillion folks, are so excited and anxious for your return. See you at the airport!! Safe journey and God's blessings.

Name: Cindy
Date: 3/14/05 13:43:2
Oh Malinda!!!! She is beautiful! I can't wait to meet her in person. Have a great rest-of-the-trip and get home quickly and safely!

Name: Vicki Haynes
Date: 3/14/05 13:13:38
Malinda, Maya is Beautiful! I can't wait to see a picture of her and Zoe. I'll pray she has a smooth transition into her forever family. Vicki

Name: Sandy
Date: 3/14/05 11:29:36
Malinda, Oh, she is so beautiful and was loved! How wonderful! I have happy tears for you guys! What a wonderful blessing! We love you guys!

Name: The Mercil Family
Date: 3/14/05 10:37:9
Malinda: She is so beautiful! I have loved reading your posts; especially this last one of receiving Maya. Keep those posts coming-it's just so fun to live vicariously through the Seymore Family!!! Take care-Emily and Sylvie

Name: Lavelle
Date: 3/14/05 10:12:51
Happy Mindy and Maya! - what a great picture. She's too cute. What a day - can't wait to meet her. Hugs to Zoe and Maya (and you too!)

Name: Michele Wilson
Date: 3/14/05 8:5:52
I'm so happy Maya has joined your family. She just sounds so adorable. Can't wait to see pictures. I will keep you guys in my prayers as Maya grieves for her loss and embraces her forever family! Sending much love and HUGS!!

Name: Susan Ayres
Date: 3/13/05 11:13:17
Malinda, Zoe, & Mimi--you are great travellers! Pandas, dancers, great wall, great photos! Am anxious to meet Maya!

Name: Karen McKeown
Date: 3/13/05 9:44:46
I am so happy and excited for you. The stories and pictures are great. And I love Zoe's wish for Maya. She's going to be a great big sister :-)

Name: Lavelle
Date: 3/13/05 8:21:11
Pictures are wonderful! Glad you found your luggage. AT least you're heading south, perhaps it will be a bit warmer. Hugs to you all. Have a wonderful Monday with Maya!

Name: Laurie Kutch
Date: 3/12/05 9:26:43
Hey Malinda! Glad to see you are having a good time. Zoe is just glowing in the pictures. Sorry Tim missed you. I am not sure what happened. Maybe next time! Looking forward to seeing pictures of you with Maya. Laurie

Name: Mei-Ling, Juan Carlos and Mei Lin Fang
Date: 3/12/05 0:59:25
We are so happy that you have a safe trip. Can not wait to see the Gotcha Day!

Name: Cindy
Date: 3/11/05 15:14:24
See, it didn't matter so much what you packed! Hope you get your luggage soon, though. Have fun! Give our love to baby Maya when you see her, and to Zoe right now!

Name: Sandy
Date: 3/11/05 12:0:53
So glad you made it! I have tears of happiness for you guys today! Have a great trip! Love from the McCall Gang

Name: Thinking of You!
Date: 3/11/05 10:31:17
Malinda, We are thinking of you and anxious to hear more about Maya! Judith

Name: Ewa
Date: 3/10/05 22:7:24
Our daughter, Solei is from Nanning- ML. Great place. I can not wait to go back. Good luck!!

Name: John , Michele and Abigail
Date: 3/10/05 9:1:40
Can't wait to meeet Maya! Safe and happy travels.

Name: Marcia Armstrong
Date: 3/9/05 16:11:25
We just got home 10 days ago with a Guangxi girl! Best wishes on your trip! I look forward to reading about your journey. We loved China and can't wait to be DTC for #2, hopefully from Guangxi again!

Name: The Baileys
Date: 3/9/05 11:54:55
Congratulations!Our daughter is from Nanning,also.We are waiting for our 2nd daughter!We asked for Nanning again!I'm so anxious to find out where & who our new daughter is.Time is standing still.Your girls are beautiful.Have a wonderful journey!

Name: Emily and Sylvie
Date: 3/8/05 15:33:14
We look forward to following along on your trip!!! Have a safe journey!

Name: We are very excited for you!!!
Date: 3/8/05 12:27:56
Minn, Kate, Carly and I are anxiously waiting for your little baby. Love, Judith Aung

Name: The Damons
Date: 3/8/05 11:11:41
So happy to be able to watch your travels to unite with your PRECIOUS Maya. She is so beautiful! Can't wait until she is official a Seymore girlie!! Know that you are all being prayed for and thought of often! ~Bev, Duane, Morgan and Mackenzie

Name: Vicki Haynes
Date: 2/7/05 8:10:17
I wish I was going with you! Guangxi Girls hold a special place in my heart! Have a wonderful trip!!!