We're Home!

Well we finally made it home! The flight was long and we are all jet lagged but we are home! Alex did pretty good on the flight but didn't sleep a wink until the last 3 hours. Mommy & Daddy didn't sleep at all - fun times! But most importantly we arrived home with a new American Citizen! Our girl is an American and although she has no clue what that means yet, we are overwhelmed by the possibilities that are now all hers! Alex was met at the airport by her brother and sister, grandparents and cousin- it was great! Alex and Avery fell right into step as sisters, they are inseparable! Alex loved exploring her new home and playing with her brother and sister. She is a happy, happy girl! The entire night and first full day was a bit like Christmas. Lots of extended family around, everyone in their PJs all day - great fun!

Bobby and I wanted to thank everyone for their prayers and help with the kids while we were away. Bringing Alex home would not have been possible with out you all! We are so lucky to have such great family and friends! Special thanks to Nonni and PaPa who allowed the Bob organizational fairy into my home while I was away- you cannot imagine the 'honey do' list that was accomplished in just a few short days- I love my organized kitchen drawers - thank you! Also, thanks to Lao Lao and Paw Paw for helping out these first few days back- we couldn't have done it without their help and Paw Paw's balloon animals! Paw Paw always keeps the kids smiling and entertained! Last but not least my nieces, Sami & Nikki for taking time out of their busy summers to do some obligatory bonding with the cousins! I also have wonderful neighbors who shuttled Avery from camp to camp and to the pool as well as a small group that had a great rice cooker waiting for us when we arrived home. Alex was eating rice this morning at 3:30 am when she got up - what a life saver! Love you all!

Gotta run but I hope to be able to post and give updates over the next few months on Alex's progress and transition into our family. Thanks for following along with us on this journey!