Settling In

Well, I found some computer time before the boys wake up. We had a couple of days of sleep difficulties as expected. It is hard to make that 10 hour time difference transition. Both boys slept from 9pm until now-yeah! Maybe we are getting on track. Daniyar has been great, laughing a lot and often silly. He even knows how to cross his eyes and then laughs out loud when you respond. He is singing a lot and does silly dances. Of course, he also seems to have a temper when he doesn't get his way, the rolling on the floor kicking and screaming type tantrums but they are short. I seem to remember Mom saying I did that as a little one. Collin was never a tantrum thrower so I'm sure I was due a child that has some. Collin has been a big helper, pushing Daniyar on the swing and making him laugh. I am so proud of how grown-up he has been. He even shares his toys well. He went to school yesterday telling everyone, "I have a little brother now!" We went to Kings Island amusement park for a few hours Sunday. The boys loved to ride together. I'm having trouble getting the computer to read my camera card so I'll get Ed to add the pics later. Jacqueline

We are home!

I'll make this short until Daniyar takes a nap. We got in last night but we were so tired we decided to stay at the hotel near the airport. Daniyar was tired of being strapped into a seat. We all got some much needed rest and a bath and then drove home today. We stopped at McDonald's with a play land and the boys had a great time. Collin was so excited at the airport he just wanted to grab up Daniyar. The flight was a bit of a challenge when we had to remain seated but all in all we survived. He only slept on the last 45 minute flight from Detroit to Ohio after 23 hours of flights and airports. We were both pretty exhausted. I got a lot of sympathy looks from fellow moms when he had a 2 hour fit but everyone was fairly nice.
Daniyar and Collin are playing with the toys now and then we'll have a big nap (I hope). I just can't believe our family is all together. Thanks to all of you who have supported and prayed for us. When I get a few minutes alone, I'll add some pics from this trip and the airport. Jacqueline

Having fun with Daniyar

We are in Almaty now and doing fine. I have had limited email access but wanted everyone to know that I am well and Daniyar is here with me and doing fine. We are still scheduled to fly home Friday morning. I have a tired hungry boy here at the internet cafe with me so I'll keep it short. More later. Jacqueline

Amsterdam!

I am halfway or more to Almaty so making progress. I guess I am about 12 hours or so into the trip. No problems with the Detroit or Amsterdam flights so far. I even managed to sleep a little! Missing my guys at home but so excited to see Daniyar in one day again. I'll keep everyone posted. You wouldn't want to see my picture right now, airplane pillow hair and smudged makeup, dark circles under my eyes. I need to go find coffee, wonder how many Euros that will be? Maybe a massage too, I have a few hours to kill. Thanks for my party at work and for everyone being so supportive. Next stop, Almaty! Jacqueline

Travel Dates!

We got the news that we could book trip #3 this weekend. I will be flying out Friday, October 9th and will get to see Daniyar Monday, October 12th. We will fly back together on Friday, October 16th! This will be such a special week as our first son, Collin's "Gotcha Day" was October 15th, 2006. We will always treasure such a special week for our boys. I'll post more details later. Tickets are booked and I am counting the days.

We were in Indiana this weekend to visit family. It has been a hard week. My uncle passed away unexpectedly and my grandmother is still very ill. It was good to be able to see loved ones. My mother is recovering from 2 surgeries but doing very well.

We had a comment from Amanda asking for my email address but I'm not sure which Amanda, I know of 3 Amandas that might have sent that comment. If you could send another comment with your email address I will email you ours.

Thanks for all who have followed along and given support. We are in the home stretch now! Jacqueline