Wednesday, June 28, 2006

Sorry for the late post today. It's been a bit hectic. We found out yesterday that our departure date has been pushed back a day since passports are now taking a couple more days to be processed, and unfortunately all the flights are booked so instead of returning home on the 7th we're scheduled to return home on the 11th. Booo.

We also did some shopping today to buy food for TJ (our translator took us to the store and showed us what they eat at the babyhouse so we don't throw off his system too much) and to finish getting gifts for all the caregivers and doctors. Our court date is on Thursday morning and we should get custody on Thursday afternoon if all goes well. Ooob.

Tonight we we went to a Chinese restaurant that we've enjoyed here. There is a very nice waitress who doesn't speak any English but she gets a kick out of us. We get through ordering by playing charades and a phrase book. They had several TV screens at the restaurant so were broadcasting the World Cup. The restaurant was quite busy and dinner took a long time, so we were actually outside when it got dark. Our first time since we've been here since it doesn't get dark until 10:30 at night. We'd been told the lights are beautiful in the city at night, but we haven't been awake to see them. So, we decided to take a short stroll and enjoy the lights - of course we didn't have our cameras.

Here's a picture of TJ playing with Legos from today.

10 comments:

Anonymous said...

Hi Jon and Lisa,
We're so glad everything is going well - and have enjoyed so much all the pictures and pieces of your every day experiences - TJ is such an adorable litte guy and you make such a nice family! We're looking forward to meeting your new addition. Take care of yourselves and see you soon - Much love, Aunt Irene and Uncle Fred

Anonymous said...

Sorry it's going to be so long until you come home! Well Jon, it gives you a chance to lose more bets! :) hee hee

Maybe you could start dressing the travel monkey in outfits if you get bored!--sorry Lisa.

Rogo and TJ

Anonymous said...

OK...what is ooob? Is it the opposite of Boo or is it oh boy?
I am not going to tell Cindy and Sydney that mama and papa are staying away longer (with the new kid on the block!) They are missing you guys but Helen is back from California so she will give them some extra attention. Love...love...love...

Anonymous said...

Hi Lisa and Jon,
I am addicted to your postings every day and enjoy hearing every step you take with your new son. Lisa, I thought of good initials for you--- L.L. Lovely Lisa! Now there's T.J., L.T.and L.L. Love Ya. Pat Preblick

Anonymous said...

Glad to hear everything is going well with the adoption process. Sorry you won't be coming home as soon, but at least you'll have TJ to keep you company. I saw this post and knew I had to comment. You must have been away from student council too long; you're using the lingo, lolz. OOOOOOB!!!
(Boo backwards, of course)

~Casey

Anonymous said...

Hey guys,
Just catching up on the blog.I knew Thursday 6/29 would be a lucky day...custody and it's my B-d! Hey Jon...just curious how have you been able to feed your D&D addiction?!!!
Love to you all,
Sheri

Anonymous said...

Just so everyone knows, There is TJ, and LT. Lisa is LP.

Love,

Dad

Anonymous said...

Great news about Thursday. TJ is a very lucky young man and after "getting to know him" through this blog you guys are very lucky, too. He is a joy!! We're leaving today for Italy - we'll be back on the 8 and we'll catch up with the blog then. Looking forward to hugging TJ when you are back in the states. Love to all - Lee and Marvin

Anonymous said...

I'm keeping you all in my prayers for the court tomorrow. At this time does TJ officially become Timothy James Miller? Will he go to the hotel with you until you are ready to fly home?
Love,
Aunt Jan

Anonymous said...

Hi Jon, Lisa and TJ, you all look great together! I love reading all your stories and am so glad things are going well for you. I can't wait to meet TJ in person when you return. Good luck from Marcia.