Monday, January 14, 2008

We Made It

Just a very quick post to let everyone know that we made it to the hotel last evening. All families are doing well, & all luggage arrived.

Plans have changed . The giving & receiving ceremony is going to be on the 17th instead. I hope to find out lots about baby Owen.

I slept only about 3 hours last night & have been awake since 2:30 in the morning. I tried to post earlier, but it seems that the lobby opens at 6am. There is only internet connection in the lobby, not the rooms.
We will post when we return to the hotel tonight. We will post pictures as soon as we can. We have already gotten some great photos. Even though we have researched hanoi for almost 2 years, there is still so much that you can't even imagine until you are here.

As for meeting Owen, we are very excited & also much more nervous than we expected. Even gavin is awake early with a bad case of nerves. Wish us luck.

Until later....

23 comments:

B said...

The whole day! That is wonderful news. I will be up early tomorrow checking for photos. I can hardly wait.

Bev

Karey said...

GOOD LUCK! Sounds like a wonderful day! Can't wait to hear more!

Jules and Danny said...

I can't believe you get to spend the whole day at the orphanage. I am so jealous... I can't wait to see pictures! Good luck! Give Owen, a.k.a. oh brilliant, beautiful baby, a big hug!

Anonymous said...

So glad that you are there. I am very excited that you get to spend so much time at the orphanage. Post lots so we know how you are doing. I cannot wait to see a family picture. Congrats. Please hug our little guy for me!!!!

Anonymous said...

I am not sure why my comment was left by anonymous. It is from me Liz

Leslie & Shaune said...

i'm glad you are able to post and keep us eager gals informed at home. thinking of you and your husband as you meet your boy tomorrow. ackkkkkkkkkkkk, can you believe it is finally here.

can't wait to see photos.

leslie

Anonymous said...

Yeah its finally happening, I am a very proud uncle. I cant wait to hold the little guy and see my big sister get her well deserved wish as becoming a loving mother. Love you guys,

luv Kaila and Derek

Carissa said...

Oh I cannot wait to see pictures!

Kelly said...

So glad you are there. Enjoy your time at the orphanage. It is so special.

mam said...

So excited for you; can't wait to see more!

Anonymous said...

We are so excited for you guys!!! It's great to see your post and we'll be checking eagerly tomorrow morning for photos!

Cathy said...

I am so happy you arrived safe and beyond excited in the fact that you get to spend the entire day at the orphanage tomorrow learning all about your son.. All my love,

Cathy

Anonymous said...

Hi Ange and Gavin,
Girls at work are asking about you. I will keep them posted as to what I hear from you. Glad to hear you had a safe trip . Good Luck with the rest of your journey and have lots of fun with Owen. Can't wait to see photos..
Love
Elaine

Catherine said...

So exciting!! By now sweet Owen has been in mommy and daddy's arms, held safe, warm and loved. What a blessig to spend the entire day at the orphanage with Owen and also talking with his nannies!

SO excited and thrilled for you!

Teresa and Norm said...

GOOD LUCK!!! Enjoy holding Owen in your arms FINALLY!!! Can't wait to hear more and see the pictures!

Anonymous said...

Good Luck! Good Luck! Good Luck! Your time has come! Congratulations!

Anonymous said...

Hope you have a wonderful/magical day meeting baby Owen. Looking forward to seeing pictures.

sara

Dawn said...

Glad you arrived safely, with ALL of your luggage!!

Leslie & Shaune said...

i've been thinking of your family all day and hope all is going great. i'll keep checking for an update but i imagine you have better things to do ... like cuddle that beautiful babe!

Anonymous said...

I bet you're having the best day of your life right now!!!!
Can't wait to hear about it!

Cheryl

Joanne said...

WOW!Can't wait to see pics!
Joanne and Brian

Tasha Kent said...

This is sooooo exciting!!!! Good luck and have a wonderful time getting to know your little man.

Uncle Kirk & Aunt Dale said...

It's great to hear about your experiences. We are counting the days until your return home and we can meet Owen. Owen is a very lucky little boy to have you as parents.

Love Aunt Dale & Uncle Kirk