Thursday, November 12, 2009

We're On Our Way!

It's a bit hard for us to believe, but we are finally getting ready to go.  Both visas are in hand, the suitcases are open (but of course still empty), and we're checking off items on our packing list. We leave next week and our itinerary looks something like this:








11/18         
Leave the U.S. for Hong Kong.


11/19          
Arrive in Hong Kong and enjoy exploring Hong Kong on our own.


11/20          
Meet our group of four other families and tour Hong Kong.


11/22          
Fly from Hong Kong to Chongqing.
Fill out the adoption registration forms that will be needed the next day.


11/23
In the afternoon, walk to the registration office to receive Orli!!!


11/24
Rest and relax in the morning.    
At 14:00 walk to the registration office to complete Adoption Registration and Notarization.


11/25          
At 9:30 optional half-day city tour to the Chongqing Zoo to see the panda.
Waiting for Orli’s adoption paperwork to be processed.


11/26
At 9:30 optional half-day tour to the old town – CiQiKou.


11/27          
Receive Orli’s adoption registration certificate and notary paperwork. 
Rest and start packing.
Receive Orli’s passport this afternoon. 
Group picture in the hotel lobby at 16:00.


11/28          
Fly from Chongqing to Guangzhou.
           
11/29          
Rest day. Optional tours in Guangzhou.


11/30          
Orli’s visa physical and visa photo taken today.
Meeting today to prepare paperwork for consulate appointment.


12/1            
U.S. Consulate appointment and our 18th anniversary!
           
12/2
Go to the U.S. Consulate to take the oath in the afternoon.
           
12/3            
Go to the U.S. Consulate to receive Orli’s visa packet


12/4            
Bring Orli home.


12/5            
Let the enormity of this four year journey really hit us.


xo - c&t

7 comments:

  1. What a wondrous adventure you are embarking on.

    Oh, the trip to China sounds cool, too.

    All blessings to the three Rubin-Riters.

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  2. Hey! We are in HK on the 20th as well. I have a feeling that the travel groups will be combined while in HK and Guangzhou! Can't wait to meet you!

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  3. See you next week!! Still have alot to do.... but we are getting there!!

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  4. What stunning photos! What a long 2 weeks to bring your daughter home. What a long decade to wait for perfection! She will bring you so so much joy! My heart is so full for you both I can't wait for you to hold her in your arms, and more, to bring her into your home. She has been in your heart for years, and it's so wonderful that you'll finally get to meet her! Congratulations on a beautiful baby girl! Welcome Orli! Baby Girl, You have some amazing parents!!!
    Jessica Archambault

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  5. Have a joyous journey. You might want to see if President Obama can give you a lift back!

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  6. Im so excited for you both and cant wait to see the pics!

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  7. I have tears of joy streaming down my face! I can't wait to see Orli in person... and witness the love bloom between a Mom & Dad and their baby girl.

    With much love,
    Jan Rosen

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