I can't believe that in a matter of 31 hours, I'll be nervously boarding a plane bound for a far away country, Vietnam. Knowing me, I'm sure I'll have a very nervous stomach (I better get over that quick!!), PROBABLY blubbering, but most importantly, I'll be thinking of all the 'firsts' in the days to come. My very first plane ride over such huge bodies of water (eek!) My very first attempt of crossing the crazy streets of HCMC (oh dear God, please protect me from those scooters!), My first glimpse of the orphanage as we drive up the drive, The first gasp as I see my son for the very first time, my first visa interview, the extremely long, grogged out flight back home, the first time I see my family and friends as we exit the plane. I'm very sure there's going to be MANY more 'firsts' as I'm in Vietnam...This is going to be all so new to me! One thing I've learned about myself during this journey, is that I find strength in the most difficult times...there may be many tears involved, (those that know me, know I'm very teary person!) but I always seem to come out better for it!
I'm so proud to have my best friend sharing this time with me. I can't think of anyone I'd rather have there to hold my hand, to calm my nerves, or to give me a swift kick in the 'ol backside when I start to freak! We've been through so much in 'our' lifetime--good and bad- A--Thank You for all you've done! Thank you for your sacrifices to endure this journey with me!! Love You!!
So, now that blubbering, it's time for a change in subject. This week has been eternal! I've been pretty much worthless...but here I am, off work for the next couple of months! Today, I'm going to a 'Mom's Luncheon' at Dillon--It's going to be nice to just 'relax' before everything hits me tomorrow! I've planned it that today is just going to be a 'relax' day. House is clean, Lawn is mowed, car is 'clean', dog is bathed, Bags are packed...I'm ready! READY, I tell you!!
So, probably the next post will be when I get to HCMC!! OMG, that sounds and looks freaky. I've seen others that have said basically the same thing and I always thought, "Someday, I'll be able to say that....someday...."
TODAY IS SOMEDAY!!! YAY!!!!
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
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6 comments:
Yeah! Can't wait to hear that he's finally in your arms. Happy flying!!!
Oh Kelly...I'm a teary kind of girl too...so, I'm teary just reading your post. Brings back suck vivid memories for me.
Enjoy all of your "Firsts". They are so special. Can't wait to see Tanner in your arms.
Get some sleep on the long flight. It's a piece of cake on the way over. Coming home...different story....but you'll do fine.
Happy traveling!
I'm so glad I got to see you at lunch today. I simply cannot wait to hear every single detail of your trip. It's going to be fantastic! You and Tanner are so blessed to have each other!
Whoo hoo!! Get on that plane!! Try to get some sleep though - save that energy for when Tanner is finally in your arms for keeps!!! Again, have a safe flight, but open your eyes and just enjoy every single view!
I am so happy for you Kelly!! I can't wait to follow your trip to Vietnam! I hope you have a very uneventful flight and a wonderful time in Vietnam with your son.
Hugs,
Tracy
Oh, you must be in the air now! How exciting! I remember it well...have a great trip & I cannot wait to hear that you have met your son!
Heather
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