Wednesday, April 15, 2009

привет from Russia! (Hello!)

We are so happy to report that we have made it to Ekaterinburg safe and sound. We just got internet service up about 15 minutes ago after being without it for more than 24 hours. Oh - those were a tough 24 hours!!

We are staying in an apartment on the 16th floor in the middle of Ekat. We are equating this experience so far as "Survivor - The Ekat Island" -- but more of that to come in future posts.

In a few hours, we will be traveling to the countryside to see our little girl and we just can't wait!! We are celebrating our 15th wedding anniversary today by seeing K for the first time in almost 7 months. Cameras and toys are ready - and so are we. Right now, we're heading out to a local supermarket to load up on some necessities.

Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers. My sincere apologies for not e-mailing or calling you back -- the days leading up to our departure on Monday are a blur. Both of us worked everyday through Saturday, spent Easter Sunday packing up and Monday freaking out. More on all of this soap opera drama to come.

But we are here and our arms and hearts are ready to welcome this little girl who we will officially call our daughter next week. Dasvidanya for now!

Next time we come home, we'll be parents!


Arriving in Ekat 24 hours after leaving home. Need sleeeeeeep!

19 comments:

Adriana said...

Bienvenidos a Eka!!!!
Qué pena que no esteis en el Park Inn para conocernos, quizás coincidamos en la casa cuna, nosostros mañana tenemos juicio y salimos para España el sábado temprano, pero volvemos el próximo fin de semana.

Mucha suerte!!!

Sergio y Adriana

Anonymous said...

Scottish hearts are with you both on this wonderful journey. Glad to hear you have made it to within almost touching distance of your wee one. From Dad's cousins in Fife xx

Amy said...

Congrats on the anniversary AND getting to see your little girl again! What a happy day! Glad you made it safe and sound...

can't wait to hear about the newest script for Survivor!!

Kellie said...

So glad you made it safe and sound! Can't wait to see pics of your little princess.
Happy Anniversary!!

~Kellie

Melissa said...

Congrats! Happy Anniversary! Enjoy your visit with K. It is an amazing yet emotional experience. Not sure how to explain it. Can't wait to see photos!
Melissa

Anonymous said...

Hey Laura,

So Happy for you!!! Greg and I leave in three days for our third trip(Gotcha Day)to Moscow for our little one!

Blessings,
Mary Holt

Unknown said...

Laura - Glad to hear that you made it - we're leaving tomorrow!! Good luck with everything and maybe we will see you in Moscow!!

Rich and Jolynn said...

I so want to watch "Survivor - The Ekat Island" Hopefully it is all experiences you will be able to laugh about later. I am sooooo happy that you are going to see K, Yeah! Happy Anniversary! We are Praying for you all!

Mom to 3 C's said...

Yippee!!! So glad to hear you made it safely. Enjoy your reunion with K. Anxiously awaiting your updates and following your journey!

gina

Dennis & Nicole said...

i am so happy for you both that you are so close to getting your little one. i can't wait to experience the same emotions you are right now....hopefully soon! i'm keeping you in my thoughts and prayers and can't wait to follow you along on your trip!

Christine said...

Awesome, so happy for you! Can't wait to hear stories...

Anonymous said...

it's so great to follow your journey. Keep us posted and give K lots of kisses and hugs!

Terrie said...

Thank GOD for your safe arrival. I am SO excited to think you are probably with "K" as I type this. Hard to believe it's been almost 7 months since you last saw her. Happy Anniversary and CONGRATS on being with your little girl.

Love and Warm Wishes,
-Terrie

Iraida and Valeria Sofia said...

Congratulations on making it safe to Ekat - now bring home that girl will ya'

I cant wait to see all the pic's.

Oh - and happy anniversary!

Iraida
PS I just received court date too.LOL

Jocelyn - Henry's Mommy said...

I'm glad you made it there ok, and can't wait to hear all of the stories that I'm sure you have to tell about it. But, more importantly, I can't wait to hear about K! I'm looking forward to finally seeing pictures of her and hearing what her name is, and seeing her with her new parents. So VERY exciting!!!

Anonymous said...

i'm so glad you made it! have a great time seeing your daughter again. i am so thrilled that y'all are finally there.

Beth said...

Hi, Well I should be in Ekat either this Wed. or the following Monday. Is your apt near the hotel?? I hope I get to meet you and your little K. when I am there. Beth

Anonymous said...

I'm so glad we got to see you before you left, and will be even happier when we're able to get all of our little ones together next month when you return.
Love to you all -

Zee

GsMomAswifey said...

Wow, you are finally there! I'm so excited and happy for you. I can't wait to meet K! I'll be checking back for more photos and updates!