Well we just rode the metro home to our apartment. Interesting experience. And super cheap which is always good.
Our appointment went very well this morning except for the fact that we left our passports at home. Oops. The lady was really nice even though she must have thought we were complete idiots. We were asked a few questions and then were read bits of the files on the kids. They told us what little information they know on their history. We will find out more about their life after arriving at the orphanage when we arrive in their city. We also got to see baby pictures of each and a toddler picture of Malachi. Oh my heart. We were told we could trade out for these pictures soon.
As of tomorrow we will be able to pick up our official permission to meet the kids and we will take the overnight train to their city. We have elected to stay at an apartment closer to the orphanage so we can just walk instead of having to pay a driver each day. The downside is there is no wi-fi in the apartment. We will be able to walk an get internet access though so I will be keeping up this blog as much as I can. The apartment is also about half the cost as well, so it seemed like the best choice.
We are headed back out to get lunch and see the city!
How exciting... I'm so thrilled that you get to meet them very soon... You have your little one with you there too, right? Are you using an Ergo carrier or a stroller?
ReplyDeleteSo glad everything's going ok! Cant wait until you get there to see the kids! how's everyone at home, good so far?
ReplyDeleteTake your passport EVERYWHERE!!! Make it a part of your wardrobe and never leave home without it!! Once you are in region, you will be able to get great wi-fi at the mall! :) There is a grocery store at the mall too. There's a woman who works there, with red, shortish hair and glasses who speaks English. hehe I always looked for her when I went. :) There is a pizza place on the second floor of the food court in the mall too... GREAT food, and service, and CHEAP!
ReplyDeleteYes-we have Eli and we have our mei tei as a carrier. I have an ergo with me as well. I imagine a stroller would be a bit difficult with a lot of the walking here because of the bumpy sidewalks and getting on and off the metro and in and out of cars. Possible, but a carrier is definitely easier.
ReplyDeleteEverythingn is good at home so far. We haven't gotten to skype with the kids yet but hopefully today.
Thanks Mel! I am sure I will have a million questions for you whe we get there. Normally would always have our passport on but we left most everything at home today because Nathan was staying at the apartment and in unpacking the bag, the passports just didn't make it back in lol.
i am so excited for you brandy and can not wait to hear about your first meeting of your babies
ReplyDeletePraying for you! What an exciting time!
ReplyDeleteSo excited for you! Don't forget pictures of the train ride and new apt :)
ReplyDeleteeek!! so close! i love the details. keep 'em coming. love you!
ReplyDeleteso so happy for you guys!!
ReplyDeleteI can't believe you are not carrying your passports!!!! Enjoy your down time!
hugs!
What an unbelievable adventure! I'm so happy you all arrived ok and things are progressing so smoothly. You are all in my continued thoughts and prayers and I can express how excited we all are for you to finally meet your kids!
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We forgot our passports for that meeting, too! So embarrassing.
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