Homeward Bound

This is it--my final post from Vietnam. What can we say about the past 3 weeks that we haven't already mentioned? Vietnam is not like home; it may not be for the faint-hearted traveller. As with any place I've travelled, there are definitely less than ideal aspects of it. Yet I hope you've gathered from our posts the admiration we have for its people and sights.

Adoptive parents dreaming of this trip, I hope your day comes soon. When it does, come with an open mind and a willingness to experience new things. Bring a carrier for your child and a good pair of walking shoes and get out of your hotel room. There is much to see.

While we return to the comforts of home, Wyatt is entering a whole new world. I hope that he embraces it with open arms, as he has us. He is quite a charmer and I know that he will soon catch the hearts of our family and friends at home. I can't wait for you to meet him and for him to know the wonderful people who have waited so long to become his extended family.

Our return flight is basically a reversal of our way here. We have a 5 hour layover in Seoul and then head to Chicago--where Wyatt officially becomes an American citizen. We arrive home in Minnesota on Monday afternoon--over 24 hours from when we leave here. Wish us safe and speedy travels!