I'm just writing a quick post to let everyone know that we made it to our hotel in Seoul. We had very few problems except at the very beginning of our flight. Our Grand Rapids flight was delayed quite a bit so we arrived in Chicago with only 30 minutes to take a tram to a new terminal, check in again at the Korean air desk, go through security, and make it to our gate. We were one of those crazy people you see running through the airport! We are guessing that our luggage didn't make it because our connection was so tight. We aren't too concerned because the airline staff said the luggage should be delivered to our hotel in the next couple of days. The only problem is that we have our first meeting with Jordan in the morning and we had brought nice clothes for the occassion plus gifts for all the staff. Now we are stuck with the clothes on our backs which consist of jeans and t-shirts. Although we are pretty exhausted after a very long day, we are going to try to find a clothing store open nearby so we at least have something clean to wear tomorrow morning.
We'll hopefully post more tomorrow once we've had a chance to settle in a bit. We meet Jordan tomorrow morning at 10:00 a.m.!
We're so glad you made it safely. We'll be thinking about you tonight at 8:00 (10:00 your time) when you meet Jordan for the first time. So exciting!
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Dad and Mom K.
So glad you made it safe - how exciting to be meeting your little boy - can't wait to hear all about him... keeping you close in my prayers!!
ReplyDeleteHow exciting, finally getting to meet Jordan your SON! There is no better moment in life. We are so happy the moment if finally here, enjoy
ReplyDeleteBeth
Don't worry about the clothes, everyone will understand. Can't wait to see pictures of you holding Jordan!
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Kristin:
ReplyDeleteDON'T SWEAT the small stuff. Get to that BOY!! The staff will understand and you will never remember what you wore, but more how it felt!! Can't wait to see pictures of you both with Jordan. Enjoy every last minute.
AmyYb.
We are so glad you arrived there safely and we will be praying that you are reunited with your luggage soon. But more importantly we will be praying that your first meeting with you son Jordan is totally joy-filled. Can't wait to see those first pictures! Uncle Jim & Aunt Mar
ReplyDeleteSo glad to hear you made it safe and sound! But what a bummer about the luggage...we've been there!!! We've been thinking and praying for you, especially knowing with the time change you have probably seen Jordan already...can't wait to hear all about it. All our love!!!
ReplyDeleteThe Huyndai (sp?) is near Eastern, but I wouldn't worry about the clothes either! Enjoy your visit with Jordan!
ReplyDeleteOh I am so glad you made it to Korea! I just can't wait to read about your meeting with Jordan. Sorry about your luggage....everyone will understand and you will get it soon. So excited for you!!
ReplyDeleteKristin, I was also going to recommend the Hyundai department store. It's about a 10-15 minute walk from Eastern ( I know you aren't staying there, but it's a good reference point). There is a subway stop right in front of it. When you leave Eastern, walk left out the front door and keep on walking! It's huge, you can't miss it. :) I agree - the staff and foster family will TOTALLY understand about your luggage. Bruce and I found that we shouldn't have worried so much about what to wear and pack, because nobody cared! I'm SO excited to see pics from your first meeting with Jordan!!!
ReplyDeletePraying that everything is going well with your meeting!! I am so happy and excited for you and can't wait to see pictures of your first meeting with Jordan!! Don't worry at all about what you will wear - Jordan won't care at all :) Thinking and praying for you often,
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