Day 1

Well, the day stated off well enough, we woke up to the pouring rain, and were to leave at 9. We arrived at the swi and were met by the director and an assistant, his teacher was in a meeting.

Noah was brought in a little while later, shy and quiet. Now I'm told, that if I had sent some pictures, maybe he wouldn't have been so shy. Well, not only did a traveling family deliver a photo album and small toy for me in June, I also sent a translated letter, 2 cameras, stuffed animal, and a duplicate photo album in a package in July. This along with pictures that all the kids drew and wrote.

I was able to be shown around a little bit, with no picture taking of the other children. We got to see Noah's class and bedroom. Taylor was asked to stay in the conference room with Noah, since they didn't want him to get upset by seeing his friends and teachers

A littel while later we left, Noah not crying, just quiet. We were told that he likes to draw, take pictures (thanks Donna) and likes KFC. So our first family meal was there (me, not eating :) We went back to the room, were Mr. Noah was like taz man. Intrigued and pushing every button on every gadget in site. After a bit, we went downstairs to take a walk. Shortly after, the gireiving began, starting about 4 blocks from the hotel, and lasting for several hours. We again went out, and finished the same way, this time ending with all three of us crying....lots. Finally fell asleep, Taylor emotionally drained by 7,and us by 9. Attaching a few pictures.