Monday, July 14, 2008

Getting ready to leave


Very soon we leave for China and as I type this on the computer I can't believe how calm and at peace I am about all of it. VERY different from how I was before the trip for Grace in 2003. I'll just briefly say that there was a great deal going on in our personal lives with both of our parents' health and Dan's job that was very, very stressful. I'm at a different place in my life for many reasons, a good place and that is where I stand ready to meet our son. I know there will be lots of changes for us all. I also know we could have some hard times ahead with adjustments and transition, somehow we'll get through it. I ask for your help please by keeping us in your thoughts and prayers during this time period, that we travel safely, stay healthy in China and William Michael has a smooth(or as smooth as possible) transition. See you next from China, as always thank you friends for your support and good wishes!

22 kind words:

Steffie B. said...

I am so happy for you sweet girl....this journey is going to be so incredible.....things will be fine! ;)

Hugs.....
Steffie

OH MY #6 said...

I'll be watching, praying and thinking of you Gail.

I wish you a smooth, healthy, and safe journey!

Lea
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxooxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox

Karen said...

Gail- Wishing you all a wonderful journey to bring William home. Keeping you all in prayer for smooth, safe travels and good health...knowing God has his Hand on you and your family!

Blessings! Karen

PS That picture. Oh my. Future heartbreaker, no doubt!

~verna said...

Time is going quickly now!! Soon, soon, another little guy will be with momma and pappa. Watching, waiting here too. Blessings on your trip.

Denise C said...

Oh...I am so excited for your family!!! I will be checking in many times to see Sweet William with his forever family!!!
Praying for all of you!!!
Love,
Denise

Paula said...

Have a safe trip and can't wait to see your pics in China!

missy said...

Gail,

I will be praying for safe travels, smooth transitions and lots of happy family moments. Enjoy the journey to your second miracle!!!

Kerry said...

Gail- I am so excited for you. We will be thinking of you and your family and praying for a healthy transition.

I am in love with this last photo of Will and can't wait to see him in your arms.

Hugs
Kerry

polkadot said...

If he's anything like Bennett, you'll only need to adjust to a lot more hugs and laughter! Can't wait to see you together.

Life with JJ, Starr and Spice said...

I wish you a safe a joyful journey to your new son and an easy transition for your family.

Let the fun begin!!

Kim N Jeff said...

Only a few more sleeps!!!! I am so excited for you can't wait to hear all about your travels...

Here is to a smooth journey to little William....

huggs!!!!

AmyO said...

Best wishes on your trip! Have a wonderful time :)

Cyndi said...

Gail, I will be praying and following your journey.

Angie said...

Oh Gail! I can't believe the time is here and I couldn't be happier for you. I can't wait to see sweet William in your arms and follow your whole journey to China and back.
Please know that my thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Enjoy my friend...every minute!

Laura L. said...

Have an absolutely wonderful journey with your family. I can't imagine your excitement!
Maybe your meeting with your precious boy be sweet, sweet, sweet!

Laura L. said...

Oops. Hopefully you knew that I meant "may" and not "maybe".

It will no doubt be sweet. :)

cougchick said...

I can't wait to follow your journey.

Unknown said...

Hugs and prayers coming from us way over here!

Unknown said...

COvering you all with prayer, as you travel to get Will. He is adorable and we wish you luck, safe travel and enjoy this time with your son.

redmaryjanes said...

You are on my mind. I will be praying for all of you. Can't wait to see some photos!!

suzanne said...

Will follow your journey and we are only a week behind you. Good luck, thinking of you

Lesa and Samuel said...

So excited for you! We adopted a little boy from Fuzhou, Fujian almost one year ago. He is 3 1/2 now. He is such a joy! our son looks ALOT like yours. We'll be following your journey. Brings back so many memories.
Blessings
Lesa
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