Gary just shared with me that he has gotten and has been getting such amazing feedback from clients when he had told them last week that he’d be “out of commission for three weeks.” Their initial thought was “Back surgery?” But when he began telling people he’d be out of the country for international adoption, he was met with delight, wonder and “I’ve always wanted to do that!” I think he loves this now!! He’s proud to tell people! Today he said to me “We would have been in Kaz now one week!”
This, perhaps, was another great outcome of our delay. Time for him to really sink his teeth into this and get very comfortable.
I have finally decided to unpack my clothing today so I can finally vary my wardrobe.
A special thank you to my dear friend Jen is in order as she has donated many fantastic gently used and in excellent condition toys to me which I will bring for the bonding and then *leave there* for other children in the baby house to play with. This will free up an entire suitcase for me to purchase Kaz souvenirs. Mini yurts and camels, anyone?
Now, this is another great outcome of our delay. Time for me to really sort out how to best pack my belongings, making sure that should our driver have a very small car, we will actually be able to fit the luggage.
I saw my friends’ beautiful newborn baby. Tomorrow I get to enjoy a beautiful Broadway show with my mom. Plans with cousins this weekend and friends going forward. Thanksgiving and Chanukah around the corner. I love the holiday season and I’m happy to not miss it.
I have been told that the earliest I will travel is in January. Will the Real Baby Boy Karp please stand up? I’m sure he will when the time is right.
Since I often talk about roller coaster analogies in my adoption process, I think our coaster car has stalled at the apex and technicians are figuring out the issues and are talking about when the ride can resume. For now, we can get off the ride but won’t have to wait too long to get right back in queue at the appropriate time.
Thank you so very much everyone for your amazing love and support! I’m relaxed and settled and enjoying reading the travel blogs of my dear blog friends who are traveling to meet their children. I’m doing well here in my corner of the world …. just waiting a bit longer to get to his.
My dear dear friend,
You have done it again, brought me to tears. You really are a superstar! I love how you are looking forward to many fun upcoming events, one in which we get to spend time together (always a favorite of mine) and the holidays. You are so right things will work out in God's timing.
I love will the real baby boy Karp please stand up?? You make me laugh. What a gifted friend you are!
You are the best Steph, truly an amazing women!
xxoo
My dear dear friend,
You have done it again, brought me to tears. You really are a superstar! I love how you are looking forward to many fun upcoming events, one in which we get to spend time together (always a favorite of mine) and the holidays. You are so right things will work out in God's timing.
I love will the real baby boy Karp please stand up?? You make me laugh. What a gifted friend you are!
You are the best Steph, truly an amazing women!
xxoo
My dear dear friend,
You have done it again, brought me to tears. You really are a superstar! I love how you are looking forward to many fun upcoming events, one in which we get to spend time together (always a favorite of mine) and the holidays. You are so right things will work out in God's timing.
I love will the real baby boy Karp please stand up?? You make me laugh. What a gifted friend you are!
You are the best Steph, truly an amazing women!
xxoo
What a fabulous attitude Stephanie! There are lots of positive things about this delay and you are remembering them well. I'm still so excited for you as you wait up there at the apex of the rollercoaster while the technicians tinker around in the control room. 😉
Enjoy the holidays at home with your family and friends. The REAL baby boy Karp will be showing his handsome face soon enough. xoxo
What a fabulous attitude Stephanie! There are lots of positive things about this delay and you are remembering them well. I'm still so excited for you as you wait up there at the apex of the rollercoaster while the technicians tinker around in the control room. 😉
Enjoy the holidays at home with your family and friends. The REAL baby boy Karp will be showing his handsome face soon enough. xoxo
What a fabulous attitude Stephanie! There are lots of positive things about this delay and you are remembering them well. I'm still so excited for you as you wait up there at the apex of the rollercoaster while the technicians tinker around in the control room. 😉
Enjoy the holidays at home with your family and friends. The REAL baby boy Karp will be showing his handsome face soon enough. xoxo
I posted on my facebook status today "there is always, always, always something to be thankful for" and your blog post today shows that yes it is indeed true. It is really funny because I've been working on a blog post of my own about being thankful- great minds must think alike! Who knows..maybe we're both delayed so we can meet in Kaz- and maybe our baby boys..are buddies =)
I posted on my facebook status today "there is always, always, always something to be thankful for" and your blog post today shows that yes it is indeed true. It is really funny because I've been working on a blog post of my own about being thankful- great minds must think alike! Who knows..maybe we're both delayed so we can meet in Kaz- and maybe our baby boys..are buddies =)
I posted on my facebook status today "there is always, always, always something to be thankful for" and your blog post today shows that yes it is indeed true. It is really funny because I've been working on a blog post of my own about being thankful- great minds must think alike! Who knows..maybe we're both delayed so we can meet in Kaz- and maybe our baby boys..are buddies =)
I`ve been thinking of you a lot these days. I feel so happy to have a friend with such an attitude. Enjoy everything at its right time 🙂
I`ve been thinking of you a lot these days. I feel so happy to have a friend with such an attitude. Enjoy everything at its right time 🙂
I`ve been thinking of you a lot these days. I feel so happy to have a friend with such an attitude. Enjoy everything at its right time 🙂
I was kindof looking forward to YOU traveling before me… I wanted to hear how the flights were and glean any little tidbit of info you will certainly share with all of us. I don't think I have the energy you have to share anything as useful but I will do my best knowing that you are following along with our journey in 8 days! Your baby boy certainly WILL be waiting when the time is right. 🙂
I was kindof looking forward to YOU traveling before me… I wanted to hear how the flights were and glean any little tidbit of info you will certainly share with all of us. I don't think I have the energy you have to share anything as useful but I will do my best knowing that you are following along with our journey in 8 days! Your baby boy certainly WILL be waiting when the time is right. 🙂