I had grand plans for this FIRST post from across the pond, but that was before I arrived. God is good. We had no issues. We connected to every flight in time, processed through customs without a hitch (in fact they sent us through so quickly we thought we were doing something wrong), and were met at the airport by people who took us directly to our partly furnished apartment. We chose beds (any bed would do) and fell into them. (We had awakened at 3:30AM on Monday and arrived at 11PM Tuesday night, which technically on our body clocks was noonish on Tuesday. We actually were too excited to sleep much on the plane rides.) We didn't fall asleep before we noticed the fruit basket and loaves of sweet bread and drinks to welcome us to our new home. Seems we weren't the only one excited about our arrival. We woke up later only to feel like we hadn't been to bed at all. We were met by a friend I made during my first trip over here early during the day to take us around on some errands. We took the kids to their first Chinese style lunch (where everyone eats off main dish plates) and they did fine with chopsticks (well, after the Princess dropped two sets on the floor). The Prince said he loves REAL Chinese food as opposed to American Chinese food (Yes, there is a big difference). We did some grocery shopping and drew quite a crowd. Maybe I should say the Princess drew a crowd with her blonde hair, blue eyes and beautiful smile. She's never shy, but whenever everyone keeps calling you "beautiful" in Chinese and coming straight up to you to look at you...you tend to be a little shy. We went to the bank and were reminded "we are not in Kansas anymore"...but we left with a bank account. All in all a very tiring, but good day.
The Prince left his camera at the apartment, but kept saying, "I wish I had my camera!" The Princess discovered some smells she's never smelled before and made a new friend as well. Tomorrow we have dinner with some new friends...more later.
Love you and thank you for your prayers during our transition. Please keep them going.
As I'm signing off the Princess says, "Mom, I can't believe it! We're in *Asia*."
9 comments:
YAY for a post! Question - do we have to choose our words carefully on here? (You used Daddy's name, so I'm just curious.)
PS - I LOVE the title of this post! Did you get the pic you wanted (with the signs at the airport)??
Thanks for the update! Glad you are there and things are going well. Love you bunches!
The Hargis Family
I can't believe you already posted something!!!! I am soooo excited for you guys now that you are REALLY there!! Have a BLAST setting up house and doing lots of exploring. Hug the whole fam from us. Love you much. ; )
Tell the Prince that a COMPLETELY agree - the real deal is SO much better :)
Thinking of you everyday~
I'm filled with joy over your arrival and can't wait to follow your journey. Your family is on my mind and in my heart!
How exciting that you're finally across the pond! We're walking the journey with you. I have loved catching up on your life- thank you for blogging.
Love, Kelly
I'm crying! Well, Bobi Ann crying. I feel some wet salty stuff creeping around my eyes. I love you guys so much.
Sounds wonderful! I remember when I went to Cozumel when I was 15 (blonde hair and kind of thin..not really, lol) and everyone making a big deal about it. So I understand how the princess feels! Too much attention all at once!
Love ya!
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