Hey everyone! Just wanted to leave one last post before we head to Russia. We've been staying busy this week - it's definitely a lot less stressful this time around, having done it before. We are leaving at 4:50pm from Dulles Airport on Tuesday and returning on Sunday at 3:30pm just in time to celebrate Father's Day with our dads :) The packing is lighter, as the weather is supposed to be in the 70s while we are in Russia. We are looking forward to seeing what it looks like with NO SNOW on the ground - should be different. We are also looking forward to a non-stop flight - last time we had to stop in Frankfurt, Germany and going through security 2x to get to our connecting flight was kind of crazy. Nicole is trying to wrap up things at school - the kids last day is Wednesday, but her administration is being very cooperative with her giving some exams early and doing her end of the year check out the Monday after we return. We have bought a few toys to take over to "Lil Man" (this is what we are calling him for now), a couple of outfits to see what size he is, as well as a blanket to leave. We have sent over our referral information to the international adoption pediatrician and with the little information we have right now, they are positive with his growth and development, but are waiting for us to get them more information once we meet with the head doctor. The only thing that is a little nervewrecking is the fact that our visas are supposed to arrive Tuesday morning. They have assured us we will receive them by 8am - we are leaving at 11am. So, please say some extra prayers that there is no hold up with the delivery!!! You can bet that Nicole will be tracking the package every 5 minutes until it is delivered to our doorstep!!! And amid all of this preparation, we are celebrating our 7 year anniversary on Monday. The time has flown by, but we can't wait to see what the next 7 years will bring - we know it will be a much different stage of our life and WE CAN'T WAIT! We think that we will have internet access again to post updates to our blog, so save the link as one of your "favorites" (http://merzdn.blogspot.com) and check back if you are interested in getting updates. Thanks to everyone for your kind thoughts and prayers - keep 'em coming :) Love you all.
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5 comments:
I hope you have a great flight and an amazing time meeting your son for the first time! :-) You will be in our thoughts and prayers as you travel. :-)
Carala
Good Luck,
We had a similar experience to you, with having to make a quick second unexpected trip. It all happened so fast that when we got home I wished I'd taken more photos, videos and more time just to focus myself before that first meeting. I have a lot of memories from meeting our first referrals, but sadly not as many from when we met the children that we eventually adopted. I just thought I'd mention it as your story reminds me of ours.
God Bless
I hope you have a great time and we can't wait to hear about your trip. You are in our thoughts and prayers daily! Love you guys!
Sarah and Ryan
Good luck! Hoping your flights are eventless and your trip is fantastic!
Hey Guys!! Safe travels and blessings as you meet this little guy!! Hope and pray all goes well. We will keep praying for you!! Michelle and Randy
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