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here.

We are here, y’all.

And so, so tired.

Our flight finally took off at 8:00 this morning, a bit later than the 3:00 yesterday that was scheduled.

Thankfully, it was an uneventful flight and we arrived into Hong Kong before noon.

Then came the adventure of finding our way to the buses and ultimately to the Garden Hotel.

But find it, we did.

As well as some yummy local Chinese food.

It’s off to bed for us.



Because tomorrow is Poppy Day.


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07.24.11 · China, Poppy, Poppy China Trip 41

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  1. kathy says

    July 24, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    See you on the Island and good luck tomorrow. Kathy

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  2. Tiffany says

    July 24, 2011 at 12:17 PM

    Sleep tight–and I know you’ll have sweet dreams. ‘Can’t wait to see that precious dumplin IN YOUR ARMS!!!!

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  3. jodi says

    July 24, 2011 at 12:19 PM

    I think Zach may kill you when he sees his picture – though he may learn to agree to pics for you when he is awake instead! ๐Ÿ™‚ His momma will get a picture one way or another! ๐Ÿ™‚
    Can’t wait for y’all and Poppy day! Praying for all of you and for your first meeting! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  4. The Gang's Momma says

    July 24, 2011 at 12:27 PM

    So sorry for the flight delays – hope you can rest up appropriately today and get all ready for Miss Poppy. Will be on pins and needles all day waiting for the new post ๐Ÿ™‚ Praying…..

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  5. Diane says

    July 24, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    Praying for you! So thankful you arrived safely!

    Blessings,
    Diane
    http://www.mylifeingodsgarden.com

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  6. Kristy Life n Reflection says

    July 24, 2011 at 12:44 PM

    I glad to here you made it!

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  7. Sandy Rice says

    July 24, 2011 at 12:45 PM

    I’m happy you are there and can’t wait for Poppy to have her Mommy!

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  8. martha says

    July 24, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    I’ve been thinking about you guys…glad to know that you have arrived…Can’t wait till tomorrow!

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  9. Kylee says

    July 24, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    Ahh so excited for you to hold miss Poppy in your arms!! Our God is so, so good. Praying for y’all this week. : )

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  10. Wendy says

    July 24, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    Yay! Glad you are there and safe. Cannot wait for tomorrow!!!

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  11. Julie D. says

    July 24, 2011 at 1:10 PM

    I’m so happy you arrived safely. Sorry it took longer than planned. So excited about Poppy day tomorrow! Praying for you.

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  12. Chris says

    July 24, 2011 at 1:13 PM

    So happy to know that you arrived safely!!!!

    mmmmm, wish I could have some of that local {yummy} Chinese food.

    Can’t wait to *meet* Miss Poppy!!!!!

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  13. Merrill says

    July 24, 2011 at 1:16 PM

    Rats on the flight delay, but YAY for being there!! So excited for you to finally wrap your arms around Poppy in just a matter of hours!

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  14. Wendy says

    July 24, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    So glad to hear you guys made it safely! Praying for smooth sailing for the remainder of your trip!! Can’t wait to see the pics when you finally get to hold that precious girl!

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  15. connie says

    July 24, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    Sweet Poppy dreams, my friend! So glad you are finally there!

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  16. tish says

    July 24, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    we just prayed for you and her….BIG DAY!

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  17. Jennifer says

    July 24, 2011 at 3:09 PM

    So glad you made it!!!! Can’t wait to see that sweet little one in your arms!!

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  18. Stacy says

    July 24, 2011 at 3:32 PM

    So glad to hear you arrived safely! Ahhh…the Garden Hotel…I’m having dreams of their buffet! There is a great Irish Pub a block or two behind the hotel! Great food and easy to walk to! I will be praying for your sweet Poppy and for you!

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  19. sarah says

    July 24, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    So glad you’re there.
    Now go get Poppy…..

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  20. Stacy says

    July 24, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    My husband just reminded me that there is a very small playground on the roof of the Garden Hotel, you have to go through the Spa, I believe. Also, there is a great Mongolian restaurant near the Mc Donald’s on the second level as you walk back on the right side of the hotel if you are looking at the hotel. Irish Pub is just directly behind the hotel. Enjoy!

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  21. Eva says

    July 24, 2011 at 4:14 PM

    Yay! You made it! Can’t wait for Poppy Day tomorrow. ๐Ÿ™‚

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  22. Brenda says

    July 24, 2011 at 4:20 PM

    Prayers for a sweet poppy day and lots of rest!

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  23. Kelly says

    July 24, 2011 at 5:03 PM

    Thrilled to see the word ‘here’ and know that you are so close to sweet Poppy!!

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  24. Kim says

    July 24, 2011 at 5:24 PM

    I can’t wait to see Miss Poppy in your arms. Praying for God’s strength for all of you!

    He is with you wherever you go!

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  25. Rita says

    July 24, 2011 at 5:54 PM

    Hooray that you’re there–finally! Hope your meeting with Poppy goes well.

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  26. Teresa Morgan says

    July 24, 2011 at 6:13 PM

    I can’t wait to see her with you! I love Gotcha days!

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  27. Rebecca says

    July 24, 2011 at 6:33 PM

    How exciting. My eyes are wetting with tears. So so so happy for you. Can’t wait to meet Poppy!

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  28. Annie says

    July 24, 2011 at 6:38 PM

    YAY!!!! I am just so excited for you all Stef!!!! Cannot wait to see your next post:):) Praise the Lord!

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  29. Maureen Wagner says

    July 24, 2011 at 7:08 PM

    UGH to the flight delays. Praise that you are there safely!! Happy Poppy day tomorrow! Rest up!

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  30. Amie says

    July 24, 2011 at 7:39 PM

    girl- that was tooooo long between updates. Should have used that itunes gift card to guy some kind of an app that would send us little updates while you were on the plane. even if they weren’t from you. Just so we could feel part of the journey. ๐Ÿ˜‰

    CANNOT believe how close you are to little P! AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!

    Puh- leeeeeeaaase just a little email in the morn. somethin. anything. a little nugget updating us on your chocolate consumption… how many times you have paced the room. anything. CO and I are going CRAZZZZY here!!!!

    We will be praying. And waiting to see that first photo of little Poppy in her mama’s arms.

    Love you, sister.

    Happy Happy tomorrow is Poppy Day, Day!!!!!!

    ๐Ÿ™‚
    Amie

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  31. Robyn says

    July 24, 2011 at 7:39 PM

    I’ve been thinking of you as you travel and can’t wait to hear about Poppy Day. Enjoy your stay at The Garden – we were there last year. Praying that God is preparing Poppy’s heart for her new mama….

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  32. Football & Fried Rice says

    July 24, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    Welcome to China ๐Ÿ™‚

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  33. Katie says

    July 24, 2011 at 9:22 PM

    You must be exhausted, best of luck tomorrow!! I’ll be thinking of you!

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  34. Leigh T. says

    July 24, 2011 at 9:44 PM

    YEA!!! Good morning to you on the other side of the globe! Today’s the day we’ve been praying for. Happy Poppy Day! God bless you. You know we’re praying!

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  35. Patricia/nyc says

    July 24, 2011 at 9:45 PM

    Woo Hoo!!!! That photo says it all! lol!! So glad you all made it safe & sound! Can’t wait for tomorrow’s update!
    Praying for all of you! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  36. Doreen says

    July 24, 2011 at 11:03 PM

    Can’t wait to see Miss Poppy in your arms tomorrow!!!!!

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  37. Leanne says

    July 24, 2011 at 11:30 PM

    I am about to go crazy with excitement………
    This is so fun……
    Can.not.wait.

    POPPY…….

    SMILES……

    Just can’t wait!!!!!

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  38. lisa says

    July 25, 2011 at 12:12 AM

    Oh, so glad that you had your boy with ya…love the photo, only mommas can get away with that!
    Excited for your next post!!!! Poppy in her mommas arms!
    Hugs

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  39. Mary Beth says

    July 25, 2011 at 12:36 AM

    At least after all that travel you were able to end up somewhere as beautiful as The Garden Hotel. Praying that Poppy’s heart will be ready for you. Hoping jet lag wasn’t too hard on you, and that you rested well. Such an exciting day ahead!

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  40. Donna says

    July 25, 2011 at 1:16 AM

    So happy to hear that you arrived safe and sound! Praying for your Poppy Day!

    Blessings,
    Donna

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  41. Kim says

    July 25, 2011 at 4:44 AM

    So glad you finally made it. And still lamenting the fact that I wasn’t there to greet / welcome / escort you around HK! And eat the great local Chinese food. Oh … how I am craving me some Dim Sum! Love & Blessings, Kim

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