We're home!

We arrived safely home Friday afternoon. Po-po and gong-gong (Shayne and Norah's grandma and grandpa) picked us up from the airport. The flight was long, but fairly uneventful, praise the Lord:) After dinner on the plane, we changed the girls into PJ's. Norah slept well in the little bassinet they hung from the wall (her long legs hanging out from the edge), and Shayne slept on top of mommy most of the ride. She didn't even mind my occasional cough. I watched the Incredible Hulk twice zoning in and out of sleep. We made it to LAX and thought the arduous trip was over. Then, we saw the line to clear their visas. Cameron and I contemplated letting the girls scream and cry so that the airport security would consider working faster. Unfortunately, Shayne and Norah waited patiently.

Cameron commented that they seemed so relaxed despite their new environment. I wonder how much of it had to do with the fact that mom and dad felt relaxed and relieved to be home sweet home. We showed them their room, their cribs, our room and opened a new toy. Then, the dog came home from the groomers. Indi was CRAZED with excitement. Good girl, she was quite gentle with the babies. It took them a while to get acquainted with the idea of a pet. Before the adjustment, Norah went wiggly running opposite of the dog, eyes wide open, arms flailing and screaming. It was hilarious. It was only a matter of hours before all three played in peace.

We went to Sunday service today. It's early in our return, but it seemed appropriate to worship our heavenly Father on Thanksgiving Sunday. It was heartwarming to introduce the girls to all their aunties and uncles who have been praying so diligently for us!