Can't Sleep
I had a hard time falling asleep last night and then I woke up about 4:30 this morning and could not get back to sleep. I really need to stop worrying so much about all the craziness that is going on in my life and just get some rest. I hope we get a lot of things done this weekend so that I can feel better about this upcoming travel.
I saw this ladybug on my frozen car last week, good luck or just frantic packing? There is a rumor that several TAs will be issued next week and as much as I am excited to get it, I am nervous. I am nervous about having everything in place and ready to go. I am nervous about the actual travel. We have never done a trip this big before and add taking care of a baby that does not know me yet kind of freaks me out. I know it will be fine in the end but I still have a hard time not thinking about it and there fore not sleeping.
Today we are going to get to babysit Leah for a few hours, Jim is referring to it as practice :). It should be fun. I will also be packing and cleaning and getting ready to change our lives FOREVER. It is scary but in a good way. I guess after all we have been through I can't believe we are actually going to be parents for the first time.
Have a good weekend!
I saw this ladybug on my frozen car last week, good luck or just frantic packing? There is a rumor that several TAs will be issued next week and as much as I am excited to get it, I am nervous. I am nervous about having everything in place and ready to go. I am nervous about the actual travel. We have never done a trip this big before and add taking care of a baby that does not know me yet kind of freaks me out. I know it will be fine in the end but I still have a hard time not thinking about it and there fore not sleeping.Today we are going to get to babysit Leah for a few hours, Jim is referring to it as practice :). It should be fun. I will also be packing and cleaning and getting ready to change our lives FOREVER. It is scary but in a good way. I guess after all we have been through I can't believe we are actually going to be parents for the first time.
Have a good weekend!
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All of the feelings you described are perfectly normal. I went thru it all 3 times and I know I will go thru it again with Liliana. Sometimes us mothers work best under pressure. Everything will fall into place. This journey is going to be one of the most unforgettable, life changing experiences in your entire life. You will not believe how in love you become with this child on the other side of the world....I'm sure you are already feeling it. :) And how you will leave a piece of your heart in China...longing to one day return. Try to relax and enjoy this moment of anticipation...because it will soon become another wonderful memory...as your dream melts into fruition. You've yearned and dreamed of becoming a mama for a long time...its almost here!!!!! Not months...just days away!!!!! Praise God! :D
Love Aunt Carol
Enjoy the chaos, the packing and list writing, enjoy every second of the anticipation. If you forget something, most things you will cope without so don't sweat the small stuff. Just take advice from those who have done it before, they are sure to have great tips and relax! Get some sleep while you still can!
lots of love xxxx
It is an AMAZING feeling.. and you are just getting ready..
LOVE YOU ..
sorry I haven't been around but you know you can call me anytime and I am always here in spirit..
LOVE YOU TONS..
Oh so much going on and so much to think about..... Everything will continue to fall into place and soon Chloe will be in your arms! Take some deep breaths relax and try to enjoy the ride. If you do not remember everything for her, you can always pick it up at their Wal Mart store. Diapers, clothes, bottles and formula are there.
You are going to be the best mother Cora! Jim is going to be a great dad. You do need your sleep now though!
Let me know if there is anything I can do for you!! We would love to come meet you at the airport!
Hugs,
Jody