Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Reflections
It's 10:22 a.m. Wednesday, April Fool's Day, and the day has had an emotional start. We are so anxious to get home and we're finally feeling like we're getting close. During our Skype time with Kelsey today we were all feeling the stress of the time apart. My sister and niece have now moved in with Kelsey for the remainder of our time away. We have a very good support system at home and are so thankful! It has been such a blessing knowing that we have so many people we can count on in time of need.
The time we have spent here with Natalie one-on-one has been wonderful. She seems to have bonded with us really well already. She looks for each of us if one should leave the room, and smiles on our return. She is very happy to see us each time she wakes in the morning or from a long nap. I don't think we have to purchase many toys right away as she is extremely pleased with her stacking cups, books, and package of wipes!
We miss Amanda and Kelsey terribly! I think it would have been very difficult to have them with us here, and I do believe home is the best place for them, but it has been hard to be away from them. Knowing they have a new sister they have yet to meet has been exciting and a bit stressful. They see her in the pictures, hear about her through us, talk to her on Skype, but until they meet face-to-face it won't seem completely real. Life will be different for all of us. Many changes await us at home; some we have thought of and I'm sure some that will catch us by surprise. No longer are we a family of 4, but now a family of 5! :) Kelsey and I were planning our family breakfast and dinner for Saturday on IM this morning - something we have always treasured (family meals). It helped to think that we are close enough to begin thinking of day-to-day events.
They have been wonderful throughout this process. They went shopping last week to buy Natalie a gift for her home coming. Very sweet. I think Natalie is going to just love them so much! She can be quiet, but loves to play and is becoming very social - just like Amanda and Kelsey. She responds to them even during our online conversations. Perhaps Natalie will recognize them from our time chatting together.
Amanda will come home from Gordon on Friday, and she and Kelsey will be at the Jetport to meet us. Only 2.5 more days! I'm so excited. And nervous - a 15 hours flight with a baby...oh, boy! Please pray for us! (and for the other passengers...) Alicia
The time we have spent here with Natalie one-on-one has been wonderful. She seems to have bonded with us really well already. She looks for each of us if one should leave the room, and smiles on our return. She is very happy to see us each time she wakes in the morning or from a long nap. I don't think we have to purchase many toys right away as she is extremely pleased with her stacking cups, books, and package of wipes!
We miss Amanda and Kelsey terribly! I think it would have been very difficult to have them with us here, and I do believe home is the best place for them, but it has been hard to be away from them. Knowing they have a new sister they have yet to meet has been exciting and a bit stressful. They see her in the pictures, hear about her through us, talk to her on Skype, but until they meet face-to-face it won't seem completely real. Life will be different for all of us. Many changes await us at home; some we have thought of and I'm sure some that will catch us by surprise. No longer are we a family of 4, but now a family of 5! :) Kelsey and I were planning our family breakfast and dinner for Saturday on IM this morning - something we have always treasured (family meals). It helped to think that we are close enough to begin thinking of day-to-day events.
They have been wonderful throughout this process. They went shopping last week to buy Natalie a gift for her home coming. Very sweet. I think Natalie is going to just love them so much! She can be quiet, but loves to play and is becoming very social - just like Amanda and Kelsey. She responds to them even during our online conversations. Perhaps Natalie will recognize them from our time chatting together.
Amanda will come home from Gordon on Friday, and she and Kelsey will be at the Jetport to meet us. Only 2.5 more days! I'm so excited. And nervous - a 15 hours flight with a baby...oh, boy! Please pray for us! (and for the other passengers...) Alicia
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7 comments:
O.K. you made me cry again. I am so happy to read all the good news. Call Jeff when you are back in the USA. You all continue to be in our prayers - Be safe. Love Marianne
I've flown twice with Vi. Timing bottle-feedings with take-off and landing helped her to pop her ears. We walked the aisles a lot, always got an extra cup from the drink cart which is a surprisingly fun toy, and did a lot of "this little piggy went to market." There should be a drop-down changing table in the restroom on-board...something I never noticed before flying with a baby! For my own nerves, I just acted as if I fly with a baby all the time -that gave me a sense of confidence that kept me calm. I'm sure it will be fine - an adventure you won't forget soon!
Can't wait to meet Natalie!!!
We are so excited for you the end is near. The plane ride will go better then you think. I think they do exceptionally well at traveling. I walked the plane alot with Emily. It was also their sleep time. So my advice let her sleep as much as you can on the big flight. It will be hard adjusting to time change, but worth the quiet ride. Emily also loved listening and playing with the music headphones and tray. God Bless you and we will pray for safe travel. Cindy and Steve Morse
Can't wait to see you all when you get home! It sounds like you're getting lots of good advice for flying with a baby. Hopefully she chooses to sleep a lot! Have a safe trip.
Love,
Phyllis
I can only imagine how anxious you all are to be home and for Amanda and Kelsey to meet Natalie, they will be awesome big sisters. You all continue to be in our prayers and we look forward to seeing all of you soon. Love Janet
It'll be easier than flying with Andy. "Dear journal ..." haha! "Um, we get there at 7, right? TOMORROW?!?!" That was so funny.
So, your train experience has equipped you to be a PRO traveling no matter what the conditions. We'll be praying.
Natalie is a very lucky girl to be coming home to having Amanda & Kelsey as her big sisters!
We are all ready to have you back on Vincent Street!!!
Hurry up & come home already!!! =)
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