
It was a real treat meeting more new mommies who are also waiting. But, speaking of waiting, it won't be long now for Liz! She found out yesterday that she will be leaving in 2 short weeks to meet her precious Ava!!! What an exciting time that will be! Looking forward to following her journey to Ava online. As we chatted Liz talked about one of my concerns....how do we pack all the stuff we need to take and still somehow pack all we'll need for 1 week in 1 suitcase that weighs 44lbs. or less?? YIKES!!! When Sharon and I went to Vancouver in January I 'downsized' and my 1 week suitcase for lil' ole me weighed 55lbs! Oh man...I'm in so much trouble! :o) The flights to China aren't the problem as I can take 2 suitcases with a bigger weight limit but once in Beijing I'll board a domestic flight within China to spend a week in Hannah's home province and that's where the suitcase, carrying all I'll need, all Hannah will need (including clothing, diapers, food, medications, etc.) can weigh only 44 lbs. Hmmm...don't tell them yet but I'm sure I'll be begging space in Mom, Dad and Norma's suitcases! ;o)

It was great meeting you Liz, Cari and Mystery Mom 'R'! See you on May 12th at the next Waiting Mommies Dinner!
Note: If you're a waiting mommy in the area and want to join us on May 12th please know that the invitation to attend is open to you! Please email me and I'll put you in my email group to send you more details. So far we have over 20 people on the invite list and acceptances from people in both Canada and our US friends! Too cool! This little group is growing...growing!
It's so wonderful that you have meet so many incredible people also going through the adoption process. What a great support for you!
ReplyDeleteBoy - you're quick!! It was great meeting you, and I'll be posting on my blog later today.
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to our next Mommies Meeting on the 12th!
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Sounds like you had a great time. Don't stress yet about the packing thing - save that for after referral. I did the same thing you're going to do - used extra space in my mom's suitcase. There's a reason you bring people with you! :)
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That is so wonderful, Catherine! I still cannot get over just how incredible our little adoption community is. How great that you and the other single mamas found one another for support. Have a great weekend, my friend! Good luck on that reno project!
ReplyDeleteWell...I had a little sleep in this am...been a bit or an overwhelming, exciting week for me...but now I'll get to posting our get-together on my blog too!
ReplyDeleteI had such a wonderful time meeting you and the other girls and look forward to our next dinner...if all goes well I'll be able to bring Ava along. I'm sure there will be lots of offers entertain her.
How wonderful you are able to get together. I sure wish I lived closer.
ReplyDeleteGlad you had a good time...let me know if you're ever in Dallas!
ReplyDeleteSounds (and looks!!) like a fun time together. What a great idea meeting every once in a while for support and to share stories.
ReplyDeleteThat is so great! Love what Mystery mom did!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait for the next dinner!
Why do you have to live so far away? :(
ReplyDeleteYou get to do so many fun things!!! What a great way to help pass the time.....I cant wait to see who Mystery Mom is!!!
ReplyDeleteI cannot wait for Liz to have beautiufl Ava in her arms!!!
Ohh and I too have been dreading the packing!!! I better start now, so maybe in a few months I will be ready!!!
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