When Noah was adopted out of a Chinese orphanage, he left his best friend behind - but he was persistent in telling his parents about Du Tan. They eventually got the hint, and began the process of adopting their son's best friend.

"Making that happen was a long shot. David's [Du Tan's] paperwork had been lost and the Chinese government was in no hurry to help the McClymonts finalize his adoption. For more than a year, the family sent care packages and photos of Noah to David. Then, in December, they got word the adoption would likely happen."

Both boys have spina bifida, and they are slowly learning how to get around without the use of wheelchairs. David will have his first American birthday party in a couple of weeks, complete with the best gift of all - a forever family. Source:York Daily Record

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