Monday, February 2, 2009

Hello from Taiwan!




After over 23 hours of travel, we finally arrived in Taipei last night. The flights were great but the jet lag today is HORRIBLE. I am so tired. I was literally up the entire night last night. Today, we switched hotels to a nicer, newer hotel and are much happier. There are 2 other JOH families at this hotel with us. Our guide is so sweet. We really like her a lot! She is picking us up tomorrow so we can finally go pick up Annabella. I'm hoping to get lots of sleep tonight so I'll ready for the big day tomorrow!
I've been able to talk with the boys a lot thanks to a friend sharing her webcams with us. It was so fun to be able to talk to them and see them after the long journey here.
I will try now to post a few pictures that we have taken so far. My sister and I think the scooters are just hysterical! The way they zoom in and out of lanes...wow!
The weather was so beautiful today so we were able to get outside and walk the city some.
I'll do my best to post new pictures tomorrow night after we return to the hotel with Annabella...if I can.

16 comments:

Lisa said...

Hey Casey,
Yea it is finally happening. I am very excited for you. I know that Melissa is there, but who is the other family??? Is it Michelle R...?? I cant wait to see you with Annabella.
LOL
Lisa R

Jen Gillen said...

Hey beautiful ladies!!!

I am so glad you made it to Tapai safely. I am sure the jet lag is rough after traveling half-way around the world.
Thanks for sharing the pictures.
I hope you enjoy the food:)

Isn't it cool that Annabella is just around the corner? YEY!

Jen

Tami and Bobby Sisemore Family said...

YIPEEE! I am so happy you are there and so close! :) PLEASE do post photos and tell us all about it once you have that angel in your arms :)

BIG BIG HUGS
Tami
Noah's mama
www.tillGodbringsthemhome.blogspot.com

loffer said...

Yay, Casey, you made it! Great photos. I'll bet you guys are turning heads everywhere you go!!

I can't wait to see pictures with you and Anabella. Hope you get a good night's rest!

Lora O.

Eva said...

Casey,

So glad that you are finally there and will have Annabella in your arms tomorrow!!! So excited for you!!!

Eva

Lisa said...

Oh my gosh, there you are!! So wonderful to see you safely there and what an incredible experience to share with your sister!

I know tomorrow is a miracle day and I will be thinking of you! AND so anxious to see those pictures when you are able to share!!

I'll check back tomorrow!! Until then....hugs!
Lisa

Sarah and Dan Sullivan said...

Casey you are there!!! Yey!! This is so exciting. Your sister is so pretty just like you! I can't wait to hear how everything goes with Annabella. I'm thinking of you! Sarah = )

lorabelle said...

Hi Casey!
Oh Wow this is really finally happening!!! SO excited for you I can't stand it... I wish that I could dive into my computer screen and be there too. Suppose I just have to wait here along with everyone else until you post the pictures that we are all dying to see! Have a wonderful visit.
Lora

PamFitz said...

Thank you for sharing your trip with us. I love that your sister is there with you to share in your journey. Can't wait to see Annabella in your arms. I just watched Annabella's video and was cracking up. She IS making them work hard for her smiles!
Pam

Nicole said...

YAY-you made it there ok! I knew you would-looking forward to tomorrow and seeing Annabella! :)

Nicole

Shirley H. said...

Guess you might be awake and on the way to pick up annabella since Taiwan and Singapore are in the same timezone.. =)

Even though i'm new here.. have a wonderful journery! Taiwan is a beautiful place!

Missy said...

Yeah! I can't wait to see Annabella!!

Jodi Volz said...

Hey Casey and Kris-

I just checked the time in Tapai and it is 10am Feb.3 (9pm Feb.2 in Cincy). You may be holding Annabella for the first time! I am so excited for you. Be safe and I can't wait to see your update.

Jodi

Cat said...

CASEY! So good to see you over there! I'm glad you took your sister - I'm sure she'll be a lot of help and support. I cannot wait to see photos! I'll be waiting and checking!
Courtney

Sarah k said...

WOOO HOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am so glad you are there!!!! YOU READY FOR THIS!??? Can't wait to see your excitement here!!! We are waiting for wonderful pictures and stories from you... enjoy it and soak it all up!!!!

Sarah k

couey2007 said...

I am so happy for you! It won't be long now!! Can't wait for your next update!!


Michelle C, AL