Here - Part II

So, I promised I'd write more about our adventures when I got back. Little did I know when we left at 9:30, it would be 3:30 before we got back.

So, Jennifer and I had great flights. We got good seats on each flight, didn't have long layovers between flights, slept fairly well and made all our connections. When we left London, I saw them load our luggage on the plane (well, I saw Aidai's stroller for sure), but when we arrived, unfortunately, none of Jennifer and my luggage had made it and only two of Elizabeth and Ellen's had.

We got to the hotel and took inventory of what we had among all of us and decided that we could make do with what we have. Ellie has a Gotcha' Day outfit, but, sadly no coat. That is really our only major concern right now is a coat for her. Not a requirement, but it is pretty cool/cold here and with her being so tiny, I really think she needs it. We anticipate the luggage will arrive on Tuesday with the next plane. If it doesn't we are sort of in a predicament at that point and I'll have to decide what to do about clothes for Ellie. I have only the one outfit -- no sleepers, diapers, toys, bed -- nothing. I can make do in most areas and think I can buy some sleepers here in town.

Jennifer and I, fortunately, each have a change of clothes and clean "skivvies" so we are ok and can wash things out on a rotating basis. It is a bit cold here though and so we will struggle if we don't get our luggage. We are trying to remain positive that it will arrive.

Today, we made our Beta Store run for water/sodas and other items we needed due to the delayed baggage. We exchanged money, bought some souveniers at the Beta and then went back to the hotel. Shortly after, we left again to go see Allison and beautiful, beautiful HotDog. We then went souvenier shopping at the Tsum where I was able to get "Gotcha Day" gifts for upcoming years' celebrations. We walked back to the Italian Restaurant and ate either a late lunch or early dinner. Jennifer and I agreed we won't need to eat again.

Our travel has caught up with us and we are either going to have to nap or go to bed (at 3:30). Tomorrow, I think we are planning to mainly stay in. We will meet with our in-country coordinator to go over details for the upcoming week.

Thanks to all who continue to pray for us. We felt them during our times in flight. If you could pray that we receive our luggage Tuesday (right before we leave to go get Ellie), we would certainly appreciate it. And, "GNO", we are getting along great -- for now. *smile*

I CANNOT believe I am THIS CLOSE to my sweet baby and will get to go get her in less than two days.