We Are Here!
We checked into the hotel after about a 10 hour travel day (starting at 4:30 am!). We were very tired, but in comparison to the China trip (28 hour travel day), it wasn't too bad.
Emmy loved the plane ride. She very loudly kept asking, "When is the plane Lady gonna let us put down our tray?". She is currently begging to go get in the pool.
We went to eat at a delicious restaurant last night and had some authentic Guatemalan food on which we stuffed ourselves on. This morning's breakfast buffet had the usuals: eggs, hash browns, french toast. Then it also had refried beans, plantains, quesadillas and guacamole. I'm in heaven!
Some highlight moments: When the wheels of the airplane hit the ground here in Guatemala, I burst into tears. I remembered how it felt to hit the ground in China, to finally be where I had waiting to be for so long.
As we were walking out of the airport we came around a corner to the area where people wait for people they are meeting from flights. It was all Guatemalans (obviously) but many of then were dressed in the traditional Mayan dress (very colorful and detailed fabrics). Everyone was looking at us and then they all started looking at Emmy. A few of the older Mayan women got very excited and started saying "la nina, la nina!". Maybe they had never seen an Asian person before! It was an awesome moment.
Speaking of awesome moments, we will be a family of four in about six hours!!
I am going to try to post pictures here as soon as I can. I may not be able to though and will add them when I get home, but I'll definitely post some of the details.
To the Airport at 5AM
Band in the Baggage Claim Area in Guatemala
Crib in the Room!
Poolside
Emmy loved the plane ride. She very loudly kept asking, "When is the plane Lady gonna let us put down our tray?". She is currently begging to go get in the pool.
We went to eat at a delicious restaurant last night and had some authentic Guatemalan food on which we stuffed ourselves on. This morning's breakfast buffet had the usuals: eggs, hash browns, french toast. Then it also had refried beans, plantains, quesadillas and guacamole. I'm in heaven!
Some highlight moments: When the wheels of the airplane hit the ground here in Guatemala, I burst into tears. I remembered how it felt to hit the ground in China, to finally be where I had waiting to be for so long.
As we were walking out of the airport we came around a corner to the area where people wait for people they are meeting from flights. It was all Guatemalans (obviously) but many of then were dressed in the traditional Mayan dress (very colorful and detailed fabrics). Everyone was looking at us and then they all started looking at Emmy. A few of the older Mayan women got very excited and started saying "la nina, la nina!". Maybe they had never seen an Asian person before! It was an awesome moment.
Speaking of awesome moments, we will be a family of four in about six hours!!
I am going to try to post pictures here as soon as I can. I may not be able to though and will add them when I get home, but I'll definitely post some of the details.
To the Airport at 5AM
Band in the Baggage Claim Area in Guatemala
Crib in the Room!
Poolside
posted by Lisa & Dave | 12:59 PM
6 Comments:
Glad you made it safely!! Emmy is going to be a great big sister. We pray for a smooth transition for Aidan and your family.
The Johnson's
John, Mary, and Rachel
Great to hear from you guys. You make us excited also. We can't wait to see you all when we return. Love Joe and Nancy
AHHHH, I am so excited for you guys! I can't wait to see pictures! I remember coming around that corner at the airport on my visit trip, weird hey? Where are you staying? I stayed at the Westin and LOVED it! Say "Hola" to Jeanneth for us if you see her!
I am so happy!!! I talked to Mom last night! Patrick and I are so excited to meet him! Tell Emmy that we love her and miss her...Aiden too..and Dave!!
Love aunt leah and uncle patpat
Glad to hear you had a safe trip. Can't wait to hear about the first time you actually see Aiden in person & finally get to hold him.
Karen & Jim
This one has been a long trip but worth the wait. I bet Emmy loved the plane ride and looking out the windows, probably not too fond of sitting in one spot too long. I'm glad you all made it safely. It's been a long time coming. Good Luck, we're thinking of you.
Love ya,
TaTa and Ralph
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