Monday, September 24, 2007

4,3,2,1 and we're off

4 days until we are on our way. I couldn't sleep last night and I'm sure that will be the norm this week. I am so excited! Amy and I are both ready. Dad had us all over for dinner last night before we left. It was fun. A lot of last minute things to do this week which will keep me busy then to the airport at 6am on Friday morning - our flight leaves at 8:30am.

Look for new pictures soon. We get there at 1am on Sunday morning and have that day to sleep and relax. We go to the orphange first thing on Monday morning and Caroline is with me til that day forward. I can't wait to see her and give her big kisses.

Probably won't post again before we leave. Hoping there are no issues with my computer when we get there.

12 comments:

Aimee Comeau said...

Oh my goodness! I am so excited for you Gretchen and Amy! You girls be safe and make sure you give Caroline a big kiss and tell her how excited I am to finally meet her! What an amazing trip and beginning to a wonderful life with a beautiful, precious girl! Gretchen... this is it! You are going to be a FABULOUS Mom and Amy.... youre next...;);)
love... aimee

Stephanie said...

Congratulations Gretchen! We are so happy for you, and know you're going to be a wonderful Mom. We'll be thinking of you and Amy during your travels and sending good wishes your way. Come home safely with your beautiful daughter! We can't wait to come to AZ and meet Caroline. Love, Steph, Bill & Jordan

ronna said...

Congratulations!! Mike and I are so excited for you. Have a safe trip, we'll be thinking about you and Amy...and of course baby Caroline. We can't wait to meet her and see more pictures. She's a lucky girl to have you for a Mom.
Ronna and Mike

Dad said...

Kathy and I are so excited and will be thinking and waiting for you all to get home. We love you.

Dad said...

I have been watching the clock. You should be in Istanbul waiting for the plane to Bishkek. I'll bet you are a couple of tired pups. You should get there around noon Phoenix time. Love you. Dad and Kathy

Kelleen said...

Adam and I are so excited to read the first update and see pictures of you and Caroline. I hope your travels were safe. You're going to be an AWESOME mom!

Traci said...

Hi Guys!! Hope the journey there was good and you're all rested up now. Just checking to see how everything was going. Can't wait to get an update and see pictures of that beautiful little girl. Can't wait to see you guys when you get home!!!! Love ya both! Traci

Aaron & Alison said...

Gretchen-
How exciting! I know that the three of you will have a wonderful time visiting and getting to know each other! We send our love to you, your beautiful Caroline, and Amy. We pray for safe travels!!! Miss you and love you!
Aaron and Alison and the kids

Unknown said...

HI! Hope you are well rested after your journey. Whew! What a long one! But all very worth it! I can't wait to hear all about your incredible adventure and can only imagine how wonderful FINALLY getting to hold your new daughter (and niece) will be! What a lovely family she has been blessed with! You are all in my thoughts and prayers! I will be running right over to meet her as soon as I get home from my trip! Safe travels. MUCH love!
Kim

KATY HOPKINS said...

I am so excited you are a mom!!! I have been praying for you guys....I can't wait to see pictures!!! Love you 3 girls!!!
Katy

Anonymous said...

Where are you guys?? Where's the baby? Hope all is great and we love you all.
Kyn, Lar and Cassidy

Kristin said...

Gretch! I am so excited! Give Caroline a kiss for me and Shane! We can't wait to see her! Be safe in your travels!
xoxoxoxo
Kristin and Shane