We entered the Memphis airport at 7am (central) on Wednesday and arrived in Kathmandu a short 42 hours later. All of the flights were uneventful and on-time or early. Upon arriving in Kathmandu at 1:30pm (1:45am Friday central) we stopped by the hotel to unload our luggage (we were upgraded to the Mt. Everest room)and then ran to the orphanage. We did not know what to expect and were nervous that we might be starting from scratch to regain his trust. We did not need to be nervous. It was as if we were never gone for the long 4 1/2 months. We were greeted with smiles, hugs, and kisses. When the gummy bears made an appearance we got to see the silly child that we remembered. The orphanage is being so kind and welcoming. They have told us we can come and visit today (Saturday / Holy Day) since we had been gone so long. We are going to take advantage of every opportunity. We will visit each day through the signing the adoption decree (which is scheduled for Tuesday). From that point forward he will be with us. Then we will have to get his passport (this will take the longest amount of time), a medical exam, and have an interview with the U.S. embassy. All told we expect to be here approx. 3-weeks.
To summarize: we made it here safely; we had a great visit with our child; we are looking forward to seeing this process through.
Thank you everyone for your endless support!
Hooray! Thanks for the update!! (I just finished an email to Karyn...I guess you were posting as I was typing!) I'm thrilled that everything is going so well!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI'm SOOOOOOO glad to read this! Tears are in my eyes as I imagine how awesome it was to see your little man. Praise to God that your visit went well and he was so receptive to you guys. Love y'all and praying for your trip to STAY uneventful!
ReplyDeleteYay!! I have been checking here non-stop throughout the day. So glad that you guys made it safely and that your visit with your precious little one went so well. Praying for, as Kelli said, your trip to remain uneventful! Or if there are events they are of the good variety :). Thanks for updating us!
ReplyDeleteThis is so exciting!!! God is far greater than we can fathom and it's ever so evident in you and Mike's journey through the adoption process. Praying for a smooth sailing. Love, Jared & Heather
ReplyDeleteWhat a great report! This is so wonderful, and I am so happy for y'all. Our God is so BIG!
ReplyDeletePraise God for whom all blessings come!! Thank you for the update I am so happy for you guys not to mention happy for the little man that will have you as parents ;) I am so joyful in my heart for you and I know words can't explain how you feel which I know is pretty much EXCITED!! Thank you God!! In HIS time he answered prayers, and your patience paid off I know it was not easy, but Gods WILL has happened and let's all give him the Praise :)!!!!
ReplyDeleteGod is so good!!! I'm crying tears of joy for a family that deserves so much. Your faith and patience are an inspiration to me.
ReplyDeleteDad and I are so excited! Our prayers are with you, as is the prayers of all those on the Erie Brown "adoption prayer chain". We send our love and joyful wishes to all 3 of you! Laurie
ReplyDeleteWow! This is great. I had no idea this was happening so fast. I am so excited for you guys! Praying for you! I can't wait to meet your son and see you two when you get back!
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