Well, as it turns out the rash was not harmless and was actully scarlett fever steaming from and infection in the bed sore on the back of her head. We had our first good scare as parents and took her back to the SOS international helath clinic where she saw an American Pediatrician from Duke, Dr. Melissa. Dr. Melissa was kind enought o call and check on her this morning. Oddly enough she never ran a fever the entire sickness. Now all the VN people think we let her get sunburnt as her skin will peel off which is normal with Scarlett fever. She is playing now and much happier with a few doeses of antibitotics which will continue.
We had our first interview with the Embassy yesterday and it was pretty painless. We won't be able to leave before next Thursday as the person who processes Visas will be out of the office until then. So we are looking at a week from Monday or Tuesday to return home to the US.
We have made good friends with the family in the hotel with us and have found a good little cafe that eat dinner at most nights.
All in all thigns are good now that our Sophie is feeling better. She looks crusty, but is at least happy again.
We can't wait to get home and see everyone. However, since we are going to be stuck here for a few more days we will take a few tours (don't worry we will make sure she is all the way better).
Love from Vietnam
and Sophie says Peace Out
Summer
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Fortunately, Sophie's feeling better...unfortunately, from experience, it won't be your last good scare as a parent...you will forever wear your heart on your sleeve concerning your child...from bumps and bruises to broken arms to hurt feelings you will continue to get a good scare every now and then...God's hand has been in this journey for you, Chris and Sophie from the beginning and he will continue to guide you as a parent.
Emma has told EVERYONE about Sophie and Cooper can't wait to kiss her forehead! Molly just wants to hold her like the rest of us...stay safe and we'll see you soon!
Gabe says love, peace, and chicken grease....
Missy :)
How nice to have made some friends in the hotel. We found some life long friends during our time in Ukraine. Our prayers are with you all. Try to view the delay as an opportunity to learn more about Vietnam and see more sights. All of these experiences and photos you are taking will be priceless to Sophie and to you. Just think at all you will be able to share with her about her Vietnam! Hope she "peels and heals" quickly. Your posts reflect yall's joy and happiness! It is SO wonderful to read!
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