We are officially leaving for Taiwan on Friday, July 24th. We will arrive in Taipei Sunday, July 26th and will meet Hsin-Hua on Monday, July 27th (her birthday!!!).
I can't believe this is really happening.
The excitement, and nerves and emotions that keep rolling around in my head are unbelievable.
It amazes me that two weeks from today someone will hand me a 19 pound little person, who will forever be my daughter and the light and love of my life (in addition to Pauly).
This past weekend was tremendously productive!
-We got all our travel plans booked with the travel agent including flights and hotel.
-We made plans to meet up with my Chinese teacher in Taiwan...although she lives 5 minutes away from us, will be in Taiwan at the exact same time as us.
-We lowered the mattress on Hsin-Hua's crib (it was originally set up for a 6 month old).
-Washed all her linens and got her room all set up.
-Washed all her clothes and put them away.
-Finished purchasing gifts for the TWCA staff, Hsin-Hua's Foster Mother and Birth Mother.
-Our fabulous friends Pat and Rachel helped hang the blinds in Hsin-Hua's room.
-Pat also put the cabinet latch on the cabinet under the sink.
-AND thank goodness...they helped us install both carseats (could NOT have done that without help).
-My Dad agreed to come and stay with the cats so they won't get lonely! This is a HUGE weight off our minds. They are our children, and we know this transition is going to be pretty hard on them to begin with. A little love while we are gone will go a LONG way.
Each night we need to get something else done...but all in all we are in REALLY good shape.
I am obsessive compulsive, and stress about everything...so the fact that I am relatively calm (for me) is a sign that we really must be in good shape!
I did come down with some strange summer cold in my throat and I hope it clears up quickly. I am going to down Vitamin C like it is going out of style and see how that works.
Keep your fingers crossed for some update pictures this week!
Monday, July 13, 2009
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7 comments:
Omg Heather I am sooo happy for you and Paul.This Just made my summer. Ican't wait to meet your daughter.
Love ya
shannon
Heather, that is so neat that your Family Day will be her birthday!! I am so excited for you and Paul!! Kris
I am so excited that you will get her on her birthday!! I can't believe you are leaving in just 11 days!!!
I am so happy for you, and truly can't wait to see that first picture of the 3 of you. Hsin-Hua's first birthday will be a day to remember always!!
Sounds like you got a ton done this weekend. You will be so glad that your list is clear when you get home. Those first 2 weeks home will be a blurrr.
We just lowered Hayden's mattress too...she was starting to try to hike her little foot up to the railing...little stinker!!
Yay for you!!! I really can't wait for you to get there!!!!
Hugs, hugs, hugs
jules
call or email if you have any last minute BTDT questions!
I'm so glad you're able to be together on Hsin-Hua's birthday. Now THAT will be a 1st birthday to remember!
Yea Heather,
I am so excited for you guys. You know I feel almost like your journey is my journey, so with you going makes me feel like I am going. I am not as organized as you and I know that I will be running around like a chicken without its head when we finally get the word. I can't wait to see you holding Hsin Hua. How special that it will be on her birthday too.
OK promise you will blog from there.
Lisa
That is so cool that you're meeting her on her birthday! That is very close to the age we met Jarrah. Your little angel will keep you on the move. ;)
I had to laugh about your O/C list. Reminds me of me. Glad you're feeling calm. So excited to read posts while you travel.
If you want to see my China packing list, let me know. I realize Taiwan is a very different place, but... :)
WOW, that is going to be the best birthday ever !!
A Forever Family!
Congratulations! I am very happy and excited for you. Safe travel, and can't wait to see a new, family of three, Family Picture!
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