It's Monday, about 6:30pm, and we're back in Newark International Airport, killing time 'til our flight to Mumbai. Seated in the exact same area as during our first trip, Shannon and I have made the requisite phone calls and are now just tidying loose ends before grabbing a bite.
In situations like these, when the long awaited, long hoped for whatever is actually happening, one tends to think, wow, it was only yesterday that we first started down this path. Well we've got news for you. It seems like FOREVER ago that we made our first trip to India. Waking up this morning with an 'it's about time' moment, Shannon and I couldn't help but feel this trip has been a long time coming. Then reality hits. Life didn't owe us a baby. This whole experience has been a privilege that appears to be ending on the ultimate of high notes. We should be forever grateful. We absolutely are.
As we've told our nieces and nephews, the stork doesn't always make it to a mommy and daddy's house. Sometime the stork is diverted to India. We're off to meet him.
See you in India. And happy Valentine's Day!
11 years ago
Have a safe flight guys you are in my thoughts and prayers ;)
ReplyDeleteWe have been thinking about you all day and we will for the next few weeks, be good, be safe and enjoy...
ReplyDeleteKevin & Aurelie
Awesome....can't wait for the updates from India. :)
ReplyDeleteTravel safe, we can not wait to hear the good news....
ReplyDeleteBe a good blogger...post pics!!!
ReplyDeleteWell said! You brought a little tear to my eye this morning; I'm very happy for you! Can't wait to hear the next update!
ReplyDeleteShan and Geoff,
ReplyDeleteA long road indeed. Can't think of 2 more deserving parents. Safe travels...couldn't be happier for you two.
Lots of Love.
Jamie & Aryn
Safe Travels Mommy & Daddy! Cannot wait to hear more! So happy for you both, your baby is very lucky! Lots of love
ReplyDeleteKristine & Marty
Safe travels and even safer arrivals for everyone! Best wishes to your soon to be family!
ReplyDelete"Then reality hits. Life didn't owe us a baby. This whole experience has been a privilege that appears to be ending on the ultimate of high notes. We should be forever grateful. We absolutely are."
ReplyDeleteAnyone who has been down this difficult path could not have said it more beautifully and succinctly.
Wishing you both the very best and I am so happy that your moment has finally come! Please keep us all posted.
Can't wait to meet your little one! I think of you every day, every minute! I'm so happy for you both and know this baby is the luckiest little one in the world! What a story he'll/she'll have to tell.
ReplyDeleteFingers, toes, and everything else crossed for the three of you! I'll be checking back often and can't wait for an update ... especially one with a photo!!!
ReplyDeleteHugs to all,
Lise, Matty & Baby Hansamato