We are flying out early tomorrow morning for the first leg of flights before we land
in Beijing and then on to Nanjing. I think I packed as much as I could possibly
cram into my suitcase and carry-on. Kate got a giggle over me stuffing pull ups
into Rick's carry-on beside all the books he packed. LOL

It has been a crazy anxious couple of weeks getting ready to leave. Now, I am
ready to leave....the break from housework, homework, laundry, errands, paperwork,
phone calls, e-mails, to do lists, etc. has left me looking forward to these hours on
the planes...imagine that....sitting down!

One more thought...there is a ladybug on the ceiling above me. She's been very good
to us on this long journey to Aiden......Yin Qiang...

amy

I have definitely gotten my to do lists down to last minute things that can be done
tonight and tomorrow. I am sure I will forget something, but in 12 hours there won't
be a thing I can do about it! I will admit to having alot of anxiety this week about this side of the trip to China. Honestly, I haven't had time to worry about anything
past just preparing to go and leaving things in order at home. I know that the girls will be loved and hugged and entertained by everyone.I know my pets will be fed, and I am sure that whatever is needed at home will be handled.

I stayed up late last night and made the girls a calendar that shows them the days we
are gone. I also wrapped some tiny gifts to open during a few of our days away. They
were each sent precious advent calendars that will give them a way to count the days
of the season.

I thought I would add a few pictures of what has been organized to go into the suitcase and my carry-on. And because my friend Sherri wanted to see some "boy" clothes. LOL I also got a funny one of Kate and Grace that will show their sweet
attitude.

More to do before the night is over!

amy