The fun never stops with my sweet kids. The other day we made a volcano out of baking soda and vinegar. It doesn't matter how many times we do that, it's always amazing! 
It's finally here!
We leave tomorrow for our last trip to Russia (Sunday, October 25th). The schedule is: Sunday leave 1:30pm, Monday arrive Moscow, Tuesday 6am drive to Vladimir & pick up Tess from the orphanage, Wednesday US Embassy am, Thursday US Embassy pm, Friday fly home.
The past week has flown by. As anxious as I am to get Tess here, I feel sad that it will not be just my three kids. It's a strange mix of emotions. Rob reminded me that I felt that way before the births of each of my kids. I specifically remember being big and pregnant with Audrey and rocking Will in his room when he was 16 months old. I remember telling him, "I'm so sorry." But, then little Audrey Jewell came. Oh man - our love GREW, not divided! I know that will happen again.
Anxious is the best description of how I feel. All of the unknowns and what-if's. I think more than anything else, right now I have that horrible flight from Russia to the US in my mind. Honestly, I hate that flight. What in the world will Tess think of it? I have packed so many toys and books and DVDs. It's hard because I don't know what will entertain her. I'm just planning on the worst case scenario - she throws up on me, cries the whole time, runs up and down the isles, throws food on the people sitting around us, bites the little girl across the isle... Now if I plan on that, surely I will be pleasantly surprised with a "peaceful" trip home! Don't you think?
Anyway, we're all packed and ready to leave. This is the beginning of the next chapter of this story. Please pray for God's protection and wisdom to surround us. I'll blog again from Russia...
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2 years ago
7 comments:
So VERY glad to hear that you're on the last leg of this journey. Prayers for a safe and happy trip, and for all your fears to be put to rest!
YAY!!!!
I am so happy for you and totally understand the plane flight - I hated it too. Two suggestions for the trip back, if possible try to get a bulkhead seat so that she can get up and move some but still be confined and you don't worry about her hitting the seat in front of you. Second, bring snacks, they really helped especially when we would have to put the seat belt back on, bribes do get you through that trip. Blessings for you all.
Monica
Oh you made me laugh so much! That truly is the worst case scenario! Small Fry threw up on me, but he was too little to run up and down the aisles. :-)
I SO know what you mean. I wanted to go on that last trip just to pick our son up, but the thought of getting on the plane made me dread it too. It's been almost 10 months and I can't really say it's even a distant memory. Still too fresh in my mind.
I'll be praying for safety for your trip and smooth sailing in Russia and at the Embassy. You have a pretty fast last trip so that is awesome! Looking forward to the post that says you are finally home!
WOW! You are on your last trip! Thank you Jesus!!
May God give you favor everywhere you go and provide ALL the grace, strength and wisdom you need for this last trip. You continue to be in our prayers!
Just remember that no matter what you go through, God is with you all and will get you through! I am so happy for you and your family. God will continue to provide for your family when you get home. You may have some hdifficult adjustments, but again, the Lord will lead and guide and provide. Just ask Him. Looking forward to seeing pictures of your new family together!
Ok...Iknow you have her by now! Come on and post...its not like you have your hands full or anything!!! ha.
Can't wait!!!
Kristine
Oh wow! Congrats- how exciting! I can't wait to see pics of Tess!
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