I know how you feel - I packed and unpacked 100's of times before finally accepting I couldn't get anything more into the suitcases. Congrats on knowing when you'll be going! I can't wait to follow your journey in China. It is such an awesome experience!
I am sure you know this, but just in case...be sure you have some essentials for youself and for Giorgia with you as a carry-on. Our big checked bag was lost for a couple of days when we got to China. (Our gifts were inside, so that was a problem; other than that we were OK.)
Don't take too many toys for your little one, either. You'll be her main toy. :) I took too much stuff...I could have easily gotten by with a rattle and some baby keys.
I'm a single mom with an amazing daughter! It all started when I decided I was tired of waiting to be a mom. In my search to find a little girl who needed a mommy I was led to the China International Adoption program. I actually started the process in 2005, got my paperwork to China on 1/13/06. China accepted my paperwork and gave an LID of 2/18/06. After waiting 33 months, I finally received my referral on 11/5/08 for the most beautiful baby in the world. She spent her first 11 months in Southern China just above the South China Sea and now she is home with her mama!! I hope you enjoy reading & looking at my blog as much as I enjoyed creating it. During the wait I was a research junkie for all thing IA so please check out all the links in the sidebar under "Find it Here"...it will show you the posts pertaining to that category. Best wishes to all. Stephe
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You could just wear all the clothes you are taking... just think Joey and Chandler from friends... =)))
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I know how you feel - I packed and unpacked 100's of times before finally accepting I couldn't get anything more into the suitcases. Congrats on knowing when you'll be going! I can't wait to follow your journey in China. It is such an awesome experience!
I am sure you know this, but just in case...be sure you have some essentials for youself and for Giorgia with you as a carry-on. Our big checked bag was lost for a couple of days when we got to China. (Our gifts were inside, so that was a problem; other than that we were OK.)
Don't take too many toys for your little one, either. You'll be her main toy. :) I took too much stuff...I could have easily gotten by with a rattle and some baby keys.
Best wishes to you!!
Kelley
(you can email me at kapow1969@yahoo.com)
well, that will make for a very interesting trip.
Stephe,
You are just too funny!! Safe travels. Can't watch to see the Gotcha Day picture on your blog.
Maria
Oh No that could be a big problem. Have you folded or rolled the clothes?
no way!!! Your blog has been the biggest help during our weight..I love your organization links
you rock
Believe me, less is more. Go back through it all, toss the lists, stick to basics and you'll be glad you did.
Hey Stephe, at least if you are naked I won't have any trouble finding you at the airport!!!!!!!
Kathie
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