Sophia started work today. She arrived a little early. I could actually see her outside, looking at her watch and then waiting until just before 8:30 to come in. Molly had just woken up and needed a fresh diaper. I started to change her, but Sophia jumped right in and took over. She also fed Molly her breakfast while I finished getting Morgan ready for the day. I showed her around the house and gave her my expectations. She started a load of laundry and then we all went out for groceries.
I brought Sophia along so she could pick out the supplies she knows will work here. She is great with the girls and they have both taken to her already. She amused Morgan in the car by folding & refolding a single sheet of paper into an airplane, ship, pants, and other fun shapes. We made our purchases and headed for home. She got right to work while I gave the girls their lunch.
Shortly after noon, I asked her when she wanted to take her break for lunch. She told me 1. But by almost 2:30 she still hadn't taken a break. I asked her again, and she said "it's OK....I keep working". She never did take a break. Tomorrow I will insist she take the break.
Today she did several loads of laundry, ironed, cleaned the kitchen (including the in/outside of the cabinets), wiped down the bathrooms, and dusted furniture. She also straightened our closets and emptied the trash.
We did have a slight issue. The laundry was still in the dryer when she left. I didn't think it was a big deal. Until Mark went into the laundry room to find some workout clothes. Our sheets and towels did not get washed today. Since the sea container hasn't arrived yet, we only have the one set. So needless to say, Mark and I have been doing laundry tonight so we can have sheets to sleep on and towels for showering. I will have to mention that to Sophia tomorrow.
Overall, today went well. She is very friendly, good with the girls and seems to be a hard worker. This is a test week to see how things go. If all goes well, then we'll try it out for one month and so on.
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Hi & hugs & kisses to all! Glad to hear the girls are happy with new surroundings..excuse the typing..still in straight splint...I really enjoyed the "first step" video..ahhhh! Boy can you move fast..that is why God gives baby's to young people..stay well.looking forward to more life in China....XXXXX's & OOOO's Aunt Linny & Tini
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