We were able to convince our driver, (along with the other 2 women who were with us on the trip to Sidama), to drive back on the same day. We never slept over in Awassa. We decided to fore go the drive through the National Park the next day and head straight back to Addis Ababa. We got back late and just went to bed. The next morning we went to pick up Kassie FOREVER! We were there for about 45 minutes. Had our meeting with the nurse, dressed Kassie in clothes we brought so we could leave the clothes she was wearing with Horizon House. We took her to a toy store and she picked out a car and a spiderman phone. Then Yonas, our driver took us to get some CD's of Ethiopian music that she listens to at the Horizon House. Then we brought her back to the hotel and just played. She was so excited to be at the hotel again! We called Grammie and Bampie and Kassie talked to them both. Mostly just giggling to Grammie but she did say Hello MaMa which is Grandmother in Amharic. She was mad when I took the phone back. Then she talked to Bampie, she said Hello Ababa which is Grandfather in Amharic. I'm not quite sure what happened from there but I think she was repeating what Bampie was saying back to him. It was a great but too quick of a phone call. The day was great until it was time to put her in her jammies. She completely freaked out. She was crying and kicking her legs so I couldn't get them on. Jeff and I finally figured out that the last time we dropped her off at The Horizon House we had gotten her in her jammies at The Hotel and then brought her back to put her to bed. So we let her sleep in her sweatshirt and pull up. Once we didn't make her put on her pajamas she was happy and smiley. Today we have gone to the playground and played and played. Its another thunderstorm this afternoon and Kassie is napping. We are hoping the rain will stop and it will warm up to go swimming we'll see. We gave her a bath this afternoon and she played in it for a long time. We've been hoping she likes water and to swim. There is some hope after seeing her in the tub today! We Fly home tomorrow night Yahoo! We can't wait to get home!!
9 comments:
Hooorrayyy!!! You have your little girl forever!!!!!!!!!! She is a smart little miss and will no doubt pick up English very quickly!! She is so beautiful and her smile lights up the room!!! Have a safe trip home and lots of snuggles from your daughter!!! Love you!! xoxox Brooke
The whole family is very excited for you guys! I can't even imagine the roller coaster emotional ride you three have been on for the past week. What an awesome experience and thanks for taking the time to share with the rest of us. Congratulations and best wishes! We're looking forward to seeing you and have a safe trip home.
Yahoo! Enjoy the last few hours in Ethiopia and have a safe trip home.
What is Auntie in Ahmaric?
Love, D.
She definitely looks happy!!! I am so proud of you and I can't wait to see you all. Have a wonderful last day in Ethiopia and a safe and speedy trip home!
I'll try to do some sort of interpretive dance to break open the clouds so you get that sunny day at the pool! It won't be a pretty sight...the dance that is. :)
Love,
bb
We are so excited for you to come home so that we can hug her. She is the most BEAUFIFUL girl!!! She is so blessed to have you as parents!! Enjoy your last day there. We can't wait to see you. Although, I have to admit, it has been exciting to come home each night and read your blog! :)
Love,
Kim & Family
What an amazing experience! I just read your last few entries and sobbed all the way through. Thank you so much for taking the time to record/share your experiences with everyone. Kassie is such a special little girl - can't wait to meet her! Have a speedy and safe trip home.
Pam A.
Hi there! I'm passing a note along to you from Donna Judge (remember my neighbor across the street when we lived in Massachusetts?) Here it is!
WHAT A BEAUTIFUL CHILD!! GORGEOUS! I TRIED TO LEAVE THEM A MESSAGE BUT IT WOULD NOT GO THRU. PLEASE TELL THEM I SAID A BIG CONGRATULATIONS AND THAT SHE IS BEAUTIFUL! THANKS,
LOVE,DONNA
We love ya!! xoxo Brooke
Following along with you on this trip has been one of the most amazing experiences, and we are not even there, (physically that is). Kassie looks so happy when she's with you, it's like she's been waiting to meet you her entire life. We are so anxious for your return.
Jeff is so funny. That's what we all love about him!
Love ya!
I have loved reading about your journey. You two have done an amazing thing. I am so proud to know you! Your daughter is beautiful and so lucky. I can tell she loves you already! I can't wait to meet her!
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