I can't believe I leave in 6 days. It still doesn't seem real. I'm thinking that it will all seem real when I am standing in China holding my baby. People keep asking if I'm ready to go? Ready? Well, that would require me doing more than sitting on the couch. I have a million things in zip loc bags sitting in a suitcase, but I wouldn't exactly call that packed. The baby stuff is packed. Most of Eliza's clothing and gear fits in my carry on. Don't ask how much my carry on weighs...probably a little more than 20lbs. or whatever I'm allowed. I don't have a scale at my house, so I have no clue what anything weighs (including myself). Denial!
I'm sleeping pretty well at night considering my life is going to be changing drastically in the next few days! I wake up at the same time everyday without an alarm clock, but I needed to make sure I was up and out of bed by 7:00 am because I have a meeting. When I got up it seemed kind of dark. It was dark because it was 6:00 am. My alarm clock was the one clock in the house that wasn't set back for daylight savings. I've been acting so loopy lately. I keep telling everyone to please excuse me, my brain is already in China.
On Monday I found out that the orphanages in Inner Mongolia are not permitting people to visit. I was a little sad that I won't be able to see where Eliza has been for the first 9 months of her life. I really hope someone takes pics with the cameras I sent.
As you can tell from this post, a million things are running around in my head. I sit (in my permanant indention on the couch) and wonder if I will recognize Eliza when I see her? Will she be freaked out by me? Will the clothes that I packed for her fit? Will my suitcases weigh 400 lbs. each? Only time will tell! Did I mention I leave in SIX DAYS!?!?!?
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Tiff, I just had to tell you how brave I think you are. I was reading your post today, and felt butterflies in my stomach for you and I had the thought that you are just strong and brave and Eliza will be sooo lucky to have you as her mother...in just a few short days!!! The dream is becoming a reality! And I think you are completely justified in being loopy!
Hey, it's normal to be totally loopy a few short days before you become a mom! Don't worry, your mind will return the moment they hand Eliza to you...
I was loopy, too - 100% normal!!
I'm so excited for you. I remember my excitement like it just happened yesterday. I can't wait to follow along with you.
I expected Mali to completely freak at Gotcha, prepared myself (emotionally) for the worst - and she was FINE. I would highly recommend putting cheerios (or some type of food) in your pocket. Even if she is freaked out, it's amazing how quickly these babies change with abundant attn, love & food. Don't worry bout the clothes too much, you can get just about anything u need when u arrive in Guangzhou.
Wow!!! ONLY 6 days!!! Sorry about the orphanage visit. I KNOW how much you wanted to go there and see where Eliza spent her previous days... I 'm thinking we need to do a trip to China with our girls soon!!! Inner Mongolia sounds so exotic!!! Thoughts and prayers are with you...
Lisa
ONLY 6 days! hip hip hooray!
OMG six days!!! I can't believe how soon you and Eliza will be together!! I'm so excited for you and I can't wait to see those first family pictures!!!
In six days Eliza won't care if your bags weigh 400lbs she won't care if her clothes are a bit big, all that will matter to her is that her mummy is finally holding her in her arms at long last.And you know what, that is all that matters. Can't wait to see you holding her!
Wow, 6 days! 6 freaking days! That is amazing. I can't wait to follow along.
Oh my gosh! Can you believe it's finally your turn? We have been home just over a month now... and I still can't believe she is finally here! Enjoy every moment in China!!! I hope you will be keeping us posted while there but totally understand if it's not a possibility.
Lisa :)
I'm so excited for you and Eliza!
I've been thinking about this so much and i can't believe you're leaving. I wish I could have a minute by minute update while you're gone!!!!!! We HAVE to talk before you leave.
Jamie
Six days until the most wonderful changes of your life are finally here!
Can't wait to see your girl in your arms :0)
Hugs!
Wow! SIX days?! What else can you do, except sit and daydream? :)
Tiffany,
So good seeing you on Saturday!!! I cannot wait to meet Eliza (hopefully at the airport on Turkey Day AM). Please make sure we have flight numbers (e-mail) so that we know what flight to track coming in from LAX.
Take care,
Leanne
6 days! wow! that's less than a week! of course, you already knew that. so happy for you, and even more excited for eliza.
Yup you mentioned it, 6 days! Wow, I can't wait to read your journey!!!!
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