I had hoped to write a decent length blog entry today (err, yesterday) to tell you about our preparations for the journey. However, we've done what is typical for us, which is let the packing/preparation process fill all of the time we have available. So while there was no frantic packing today, there also hasn't been much of anything else except packing and finishing last minute stuff. Rob finished caulking Meredith's window and reinstalled the blinds; I tried to get organized in terms of what to pack where.
What we've ended up with is a lot of luggage, but I think we have been reasonable -- we have three checked bags (one for each of us (!)) and one carry-on for the overhead bin and smaller bags for under the seats. What kind of puts us over the edge is that if we want Meredith in a car seat when we are being driven around in Russia, we need to bring it....so that will be our 4th checked item. And we are also bringing a stroller.
So, basically, we will be a sight to see at the airport :) Just wait until we are also carrying Meredith! This is yet another reason we brought the baby slings with us -- it may be important to have our hands free in the airport. We've already determined that our stroller doubles nicely as a carry-on carrier if Meredith is willing to be in a sling! We shall see.
We don't know how often we will have internet access while we are away, but please stay tuned. The itinerary is something like this:
arrive June 9
court June 11 (also get to visit Meredith!)
- the 10-day wait begins -
leave for St. Petersburg for mini-vacation on June 14
return from St. Petersburg on June 18
hopefully get court decree early the following week (June 23?)
*** get custody of Meredith soon after! ***
head to Moscow mid-week
go to the U.S. Embassy and various other places to fill out forms
return home when all that is done -- July 3!
It is possible (though not super likely) that we will have such a smooth process that we have everything done a few days early. If that happens, we may change our flight home (we made sure to get plane tickets where that is possible for a fee).
For those of you who have roles to play on the day of our return - you know who you are - keep an eye on the blog for any changes in plans. Thanks so much!
We will be sure to check in after court, if not before. Da svedanya!
5 comments:
Bon Voyage!! Our prayers are constantly with you! Have a safe and uneventful flight, and a wonderful visit with our grandaughter (oh - and your daughter! :-)) Can't wait to hear how that little Meredith is doing!!!! Have a great, great trip. God Bless You All! Can't wait to see more on your blog.
Love, Mom & Dad K.
Its here its here!!!! I hope your travels overseas go smoothly, and you're right, you can never have too many infant meds on you!!! :) Enjoy making your way through the airport, and I hope the court stuff goes SUPER smooth!
I hope that everything goes super smoothly for you guys! Can't wait for updates!
-Gretchen
WAHOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!
Sarah - my bad, I wish I would have remembered to tell you while you are riding around in Moscow Vladamir will have a car seat - however on the trip from Yaroslavl he will not. I am going to think positive for a speedy paperchase in Moscow. We finished in 2 days -so it could end very quick. Have a great time in St. P's - it is beautiful! Let me know if you have any questions. We are thinking about all of you, and wish you all a safe journey home!
God bless you all and keep you safe.
PS - Watch out for the gypsies, and pickpoketers - their quick!
The Buller's
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