Hi
Today, was a busy day at the Embassy.
The morning was very typical with sleeping late, going to breakfast, and playing.
We all had our first appointment at the U.S. Embassy at 2:30 PM.
Everything went smoothly. We are now waiting for the second VISA interview. We will not know when that will be. It could be on Thursday, Friday, or next week. Alot of clearance checking going on.
When we got back, it was time for a bit of quiet time and dinner.
These days seem to go by very fast because of the scheduled events.
Tuesday, August 7, 2007
Sunday, August 5, 2007
day 9 - - warm clothes for Chloe
Hello all,
This morning, the three of us went searching for long pants and clothes for Chloe for the plane ride home. On the way over, both Mommy and Daddy had to use blankets to be comfortable.
A cab took us to the big mall. All American stores in a 5 story mall. Unfortunately, the prices were also American. So, we went walking looking for a steet that is known for baby stores. We had a nice walk along the lake, and happened to be at the same restaurant as a couple nights ago.
After lunch, we tried one more time to find the street. We finally found it, but they had no clothes. But, Daddy is getting pretty comfortable crossing the steets with traffic coming at him.
We came home and Chloe took a nice nap. She spent the rest of the afternoon playing and watching the Sound of Music. She really enjoys musicals!
Dinner was with the Lockwoods in the city. We finally found a small shop that had clothes for baby Chloe!
She likes playing more before bed time, and is not as eager to go to sleep as a couple day ago. But, she finally went down and we put her in her crib for the first time at night.
The three of us slept straight through to around 7 AM.
Chloe is doing great and charming anyone she sees!
This morning, the three of us went searching for long pants and clothes for Chloe for the plane ride home. On the way over, both Mommy and Daddy had to use blankets to be comfortable.
A cab took us to the big mall. All American stores in a 5 story mall. Unfortunately, the prices were also American. So, we went walking looking for a steet that is known for baby stores. We had a nice walk along the lake, and happened to be at the same restaurant as a couple nights ago.
After lunch, we tried one more time to find the street. We finally found it, but they had no clothes. But, Daddy is getting pretty comfortable crossing the steets with traffic coming at him.
We came home and Chloe took a nice nap. She spent the rest of the afternoon playing and watching the Sound of Music. She really enjoys musicals!
Dinner was with the Lockwoods in the city. We finally found a small shop that had clothes for baby Chloe!
She likes playing more before bed time, and is not as eager to go to sleep as a couple day ago. But, she finally went down and we put her in her crib for the first time at night.
The three of us slept straight through to around 7 AM.
Chloe is doing great and charming anyone she sees!
Saturday, August 4, 2007
Hi
Here is a link to the web site of another family we're traveling with, in case you want to check it out too:
http://thelockwoodhome.com
Here is a link to the web site of another family we're traveling with, in case you want to check it out too:
http://thelockwoodhome.com
day 8 - - a morning with the kids
Hi
Well, the women of the group decided to go shopping this morning before it got too hot. So, the two dads took care of Chloe, Clara ( daughter of another mom), Eli and Katie ( the two year old). Luckily, the experienced dad of Eli and Katie was there to handle most of the work. It worked out fine, and the women got some good clothes. They began to learn the fine art of negotiating with the shopkeepers.
Daddy and Chloe got some good bonding time.
The afternoon was an adventure into the big city of Hanoi. The three of us did some shopping on the streets. After an hour of sweating, we took a cab ride home.
The evening had a nice meal in the restaurant.
Chloe is now completely mobile. She crawls around a lot and is very happy. Restaurants are now more exciting because she wants to move around so much. More fun for Mommy and Daddy.
We really love our girl and look forward to seeing you.
Well, the women of the group decided to go shopping this morning before it got too hot. So, the two dads took care of Chloe, Clara ( daughter of another mom), Eli and Katie ( the two year old). Luckily, the experienced dad of Eli and Katie was there to handle most of the work. It worked out fine, and the women got some good clothes. They began to learn the fine art of negotiating with the shopkeepers.
Daddy and Chloe got some good bonding time.
The afternoon was an adventure into the big city of Hanoi. The three of us did some shopping on the streets. After an hour of sweating, we took a cab ride home.
The evening had a nice meal in the restaurant.
Chloe is now completely mobile. She crawls around a lot and is very happy. Restaurants are now more exciting because she wants to move around so much. More fun for Mommy and Daddy.
We really love our girl and look forward to seeing you.
Friday, August 3, 2007
day 7 - - keeping entertained
Hello,
Today was a good day. Chloe is getting us used to her eating, sleeping, and playing habits. After a great breakfest, we played in the room all morning. It is nice to play with her instead of distracting her so she won't be upset.
Lunch was with the families at a local restaurant.
The afternoons can get long for all of us, when there is no nap. Around 3 we went to the lobby to give all three of us some distraction. Chloe loves to climb on Mommy and Daddy! It makes sense that she gets bored with just the two of us in a room all day. She is used to alot of action and people around.
Evening was spent at a restaurant on the river. All of us enjoyed the warm evening.
Bath time, feeding,and bed followed and wrapped up around 8.
Today was a good day. Chloe is getting us used to her eating, sleeping, and playing habits. After a great breakfest, we played in the room all morning. It is nice to play with her instead of distracting her so she won't be upset.
Lunch was with the families at a local restaurant.
The afternoons can get long for all of us, when there is no nap. Around 3 we went to the lobby to give all three of us some distraction. Chloe loves to climb on Mommy and Daddy! It makes sense that she gets bored with just the two of us in a room all day. She is used to alot of action and people around.
Evening was spent at a restaurant on the river. All of us enjoyed the warm evening.
Bath time, feeding,and bed followed and wrapped up around 8.
Thursday, August 2, 2007
Day 6 - - busy travelers
Hello all,
What a busy day! We left for the airport at 11:30 AM. All families were ready for a day of traveling.
We arrived in Hanoi around 4 PM. Following advice given about takeoffs and landings, we had two bottles ready to be given to baby Chloe. She ate the first before we got on the plane, though. She was working on the second when we took off, and of course fell asleep soon after. She was out until we were at the gate in Hanoi. She is now referred to as the perfect traveler!
Hanoi is much different from DaNang. We got to see alot of the city on the ride to the hotel. This will be a nice place to stay for awhile.
The hotel is very big and fancy. We have alot of room for movement and keeping everyone happy. There are other adoptive families here, so this must be a popular place for waiting for Embassy appointments.
After arrival at the hotel, a hungry Chloe looked at the lobby with Daddy while Mommy had to do a half hour worth of paperwork for the appointment. We did not get to eat until 6, and by that time, we were in nitetime mode.
We have been informed that the Embassy is backlogged with paperwork. Our appointment is on Monday, and we have to wait for processing until we leave. They said not to be suprised if it takes a week. So, that would mean that our arrival in the States on the 11th might not happen. We will give you further updates on this next week, but for now, we are going into relax mode and enjoy the country of Vietnam.
Chloe is all smiles now! Be prepared to have your hearts melt. She has a large assortment of faces, smiles, sounds, and actions that will steal your heart.
Still eating great and sleeping 10-12 hours at night.
Chloe say hi to all of you and look forward to meeting you !
We miss you all.
What a busy day! We left for the airport at 11:30 AM. All families were ready for a day of traveling.
We arrived in Hanoi around 4 PM. Following advice given about takeoffs and landings, we had two bottles ready to be given to baby Chloe. She ate the first before we got on the plane, though. She was working on the second when we took off, and of course fell asleep soon after. She was out until we were at the gate in Hanoi. She is now referred to as the perfect traveler!
Hanoi is much different from DaNang. We got to see alot of the city on the ride to the hotel. This will be a nice place to stay for awhile.
The hotel is very big and fancy. We have alot of room for movement and keeping everyone happy. There are other adoptive families here, so this must be a popular place for waiting for Embassy appointments.
After arrival at the hotel, a hungry Chloe looked at the lobby with Daddy while Mommy had to do a half hour worth of paperwork for the appointment. We did not get to eat until 6, and by that time, we were in nitetime mode.
We have been informed that the Embassy is backlogged with paperwork. Our appointment is on Monday, and we have to wait for processing until we leave. They said not to be suprised if it takes a week. So, that would mean that our arrival in the States on the 11th might not happen. We will give you further updates on this next week, but for now, we are going into relax mode and enjoy the country of Vietnam.
Chloe is all smiles now! Be prepared to have your hearts melt. She has a large assortment of faces, smiles, sounds, and actions that will steal your heart.
Still eating great and sleeping 10-12 hours at night.
Chloe say hi to all of you and look forward to meeting you !
We miss you all.
Wednesday, August 1, 2007
day 5 - - the first 24 hours
Hello,
First of all, we would like to thank all of you who have followed us so far. The pictures were taken by one of the other families with us. Thanks to them, and their thoughtfulness.
Chloe had a nice evening with the other family ( as did Mom and Dad). She went to sleep at 7 PM, got some formula at 4 AM, and finally woke up at 6 or 7. She is eating well, and sleeping great.
Her schedule is off, though, so we are having some problems with naptime this afternoon.
We all went for lunch at a restaurant on the river. It is cooler today.
Tomorrow, we leave for Hanoi at 11:30 AM. This is our final destination, because it is where the U.S. Embassy is. Everything is on schedule for now.
We made it through the first 24 hours, which they say are the hardest. A few smiles today, more vocal, and atttaching nicely. In fact, she likes close contact all the time. She holds on tight most times. Oh, and she got her first bath today! I guess with a busy day like this, she would be a little grumpy in the afternoon.
First of all, we would like to thank all of you who have followed us so far. The pictures were taken by one of the other families with us. Thanks to them, and their thoughtfulness.
Chloe had a nice evening with the other family ( as did Mom and Dad). She went to sleep at 7 PM, got some formula at 4 AM, and finally woke up at 6 or 7. She is eating well, and sleeping great.
Her schedule is off, though, so we are having some problems with naptime this afternoon.
We all went for lunch at a restaurant on the river. It is cooler today.
Tomorrow, we leave for Hanoi at 11:30 AM. This is our final destination, because it is where the U.S. Embassy is. Everything is on schedule for now.
We made it through the first 24 hours, which they say are the hardest. A few smiles today, more vocal, and atttaching nicely. In fact, she likes close contact all the time. She holds on tight most times. Oh, and she got her first bath today! I guess with a busy day like this, she would be a little grumpy in the afternoon.
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