Thursday, January 07, 2010

So far, so good

Went to bed about 1ish this morning and the alarm went off at 2:15. Our flight is on time to Chicago...hope to board in about 15 minutes or so. Now we just have to pray that Chicago isn't too delayed. We'll have a 5 hour layover there.

Quote of the day (so far): As we were eating a breakfast sandwich at the airport this morning, Greg very matter-of-factly says, "You know, this is a pretty big deal." I just about choked on my sandwich and laughed for about 5 minutes straight!

13 comments:

Kelley Brown said...

Great news! I just prayed for your flight an hour ago. I was so nervous you guys wouldn't get out to Chicago on time. Keep us posted.

And yeah, I laughed out loud at Greg's statement!! :)

~Mis-Wen~ said...

No sweat! God has is all planned out! :) Will be praying for traveling mercies! And yes, Greg summed it up! LOL

HUGS!
Wendy

Unknown said...

Big deal indeed! :) Great quote...I'm sure there will be lots more.
Kelly

Three Gals and a Guy said...

HUGE deal. Love you guys :) God is so faithful to finish the good works which He began...this has been a long time coming and I can't help but think that all Heaven is rejoicing that the "time is finally here"

Momma Vaughan said...

Wonderful start to an AMAZING journey. I love you guys and are praying for you often. Be safe and enjoy this experience!!!

Love you,
J

PS-I had to reread Greg's statement a few times. So funny. But you know so many people are checking in on you, you could actually say that YOU are a big deal. Very deserving of this blessing...

Jennifer said...

I knew you wouldn't get any sleep! I wouldn't either. I'm glad the weather cooperated. Prayers for safe travels. Can't wait for pictures!

Ruthie said...

That's freakin' hilarious!! SOOOO excited for you guys!!! I feel like Kristen Wiig's character on the SNL sketch who gets so excited she jumps through the window. :-)

Can't wait to hear that you're on the other side of the world!
Missy

Mrs. Misty said...

That is freaking hilarious!!! Leave it to Greg to say that!! I have been wondering about you guys. I hope you made it out of town and that you are able to get out of Chicago!!
Love you guys!!!
Misty

Josh & Tara Tucker said...

You all are in our prayers!!! We are so excited for your family and for Anna. I know you all can't wait to get to her. I agree with the other comment that Heaven is rejoicing, as are we.

Josh & Tara

Josh & Tara Tucker said...

You all are in our prayers!!! We are so excited for your family and for Anna. I know you all can't wait to get to her. I agree with the other comment that Heaven is rejoicing, as are we.

Josh & Tara

Lreid said...

YEEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHH!
You are on your way!!! I'm so happy for you. We can totally relate to Greg's comment. It is surely a big deal. Safe travels and prayers for a smooth transition for little Anna.

Linda

Tadd said...

I'll have to agree, Laura, that is one outstanding understatement by Greg. Very funny. Laughter is the best medicine - helps brighten up the -12 wind chill here, too. Enjoy every moment. Life's to short to freak out about all the details. We'll expect a full report on Chinese font preferences when you return.

JND said...

It's worse than I thought! An hour of sleep? Oh my goodness!

I loved this post. Um, I think it's taking Greg a while to wrap his head around this. So funny!