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Friday, August 03, 2007

Its time......Here is the Itinerary

Sorry I havent been posting to my blog for a few weeks. I have been crazy busy trying to get everything done......AND......I think I'm ready to go. That is 5 days early!!!! I wanted everything done by today so I could enjoy my weekend at the lake. Then Tuesday I can do last minute things... I have a pedicure and massage booked and also I imagine I will be CRAPPING my pants by then too!!!

I have decided since I had LOTS of emails and comments from disappointed people.....I will continue to post to this blog while in China. I know what helped me with the wait was to live through those who were travelling......I loved seeing all those GOTCHA moments and I too want to share mine with you. I wont promise great pictures since my parents are NOT photographers so you will get what you get!!!

Here is my Travel Itenerary:

August 8th.......Leave for Vancouver
August 9th.......Leave for Beijing
August 10th.....Arrive in Beijing
August 11th......Free Day
August 12th......Free Day, Group Supper
August 13th......Fly to Nanning and GOTCHA DAY (Channing Day)!!!!!!!!!
August 14th......Adoption Registration
August 15th......Free Day
August 16th......Free Day, Receive all adoption documents
August 17th......Receive Channing's passport, fly back to Beijing
August 18th.....Channing's immigration photo, group picture, Beijing Zoo
August 19th.....Great Wall
August 20th.....Medical Exam for Channing, Summer Palace
August 21st.......Silk Store, Indoor Market
August 22nd......Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Yashow, Group Supper/Party
August 23rd......Leave for Vancouver.........HOME SWEET HOME!!!!!

Here is a picture of Channing's bed.....all ready for her to climb in!!! Still need to find some cute throw pillows to add to the bed!!

Her toy self almost ready for her to "re-organize" for mommy!!!

posted by Tao's Mommy at 8/03/2007 02:39:00 PM

20 Comments:

Blogger Catherine said...

Yippee!! It won't be long now mommy! Glad you're all set and ready to go so that you can enjoy a relaxing weekend at the lake. Ahhh...sweet times before your bundle of energy arrives! Can't wait!

Have a wonderful weekend friend and we'll catch ya before your leave on Wednesday.

Adorable bedding and little toys. I'm sure Channing will be only too happy to help you 'reorganize' it very quickly!

Counting down the sleeps with you! Only 5 more sleeps!!!

August 03, 2007 5:07 PM  
Blogger Elizabeth said...

i'm so excited for you! I also am glad you decided to post to this blog while you travel. I will be following right along. The schedule you posted makes everything so real!

August 03, 2007 6:29 PM  
Blogger Sugar Cookies And Hope said...

WOW!!! It's all laid out in a formal schedule! You are on your way! So exciting, my friend.
Beautiful room for Channing!

August 03, 2007 7:38 PM  
Blogger Middle-Aged Moi said...

Well, it looks like all is ready for sweet Channing. I'm so glad you're posting while in China. Can't wait to watch!

August 03, 2007 7:44 PM  
Blogger kitchu said...

I am SO SO happy for you and cannot believe GOTCHA is only 9 days away!!!!!! (And wouldn't you know it, I will be in a place where I'll have NO ACCESS to any computer)... I'll have to get all caught up when I get back on the 17th... but I'll be thinking of you!! :O)

August 03, 2007 10:40 PM  
Blogger Calico Sky said...

Oh I am so so so so happy you'll be blogging. I feel an extra special link to your adoption as I will also be adopting SN, same age! YIPPEE!!!!

Have a wodnerful last few days before the BIG BIG adventure, heck that's when the journey really begins!!!

August 04, 2007 3:27 AM  
Blogger Polar Bear said...

I am so glad that you are going to keep this blog public. I can't wait to follow along on the journey. I am POSITIVE that the pictures will be fantastic. What a wonderful moment that will be.

I LOVE the bedsheets in Channing's room. The toy shef looks GREAT! I wonder how long that will last? LOL

Enjoy the weekend. You are so well prepared. I doubt I would have time for a manicure. :) ENJOY!!!

August 04, 2007 7:03 AM  
Blogger Wendy said...

I just love the bed linens..Did you make those ???

August 04, 2007 8:42 AM  
Blogger Elise said...

Oh my....you are so close now and you look all ready for her to come home!!!! So exited for you!

August 04, 2007 12:47 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Oh wow, thanks for changing your mind and letting us waiting moms have a little sneak peek in on your journey. It has become my favorite pastime! Safe travels to Channing! And I love her room!

August 04, 2007 12:52 PM  
Blogger Abby's Mom said...

Wow you are almost there! I'm so glad you are going to post to this blog so we will get to see yours and Channings dreams come true!

I love her room too :)

August 04, 2007 7:06 PM  
Blogger PennyWolfe said...

love the bedding!! What a wonderful room.

August 04, 2007 8:42 PM  
Blogger my3 kids said...

yahoo I can't wait to follow you to Channing. What a wonderful trip you will have. Just remember that if you forget anything you can buy everything in China so no worries! I love Channing's bedding and she will love her book shelf and all the goodies. Love and hugs Kim. Counting the days with you:)

August 04, 2007 11:08 PM  
Blogger Jana said...

I cannot wait to follow your journey to Channing!! Her room is absolutely adorable -- I love the bedding. We had a visit yesterday from Oakley's best friend from her orphanage -- it was very emotional and very, very sweet. I'll post photos later today. We are so blessed to have these precious gems in our lives and as part of our families. Love to you as you prepare for the trip of a lifetime!

jana

August 05, 2007 9:08 AM  
Blogger DEBRA said...

Have a wonderful trip. I am looking forward to following your journey.

Debbie

August 05, 2007 9:45 AM  
Blogger Kristine said...

WOOOHOOOOO...that's all I can say!!!! :)

August 05, 2007 11:32 AM  
Blogger C's Mom said...

Adorable! I can't wait to see Channing snoozing at home with her mama.

August 06, 2007 4:35 PM  
Blogger M and M said...

I am so excited for you!

Have a fantastic trip and I will be glad to be able to follow along!

August 06, 2007 4:42 PM  
Blogger Shannon said...

ONE MORE SLEEP!!!

August 06, 2007 5:20 PM  
Blogger Mardi said...

Oh my gosh! I just checked your blog and your ticker says you leave in just a little over 1 day! I am sooo excited for you!! I will be living vicariously through you the next couple weeks! :) woohoo!!

August 06, 2007 6:55 PM  

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