We want to thank everyone who have sent notes of prayer and support for us today. We are doing okay, though it has been a hard day. Lucinda (Bella foster mom) picked up Bella today and you could tell how happy she was to see her. I know that she is in very loving arms until we can come back. Her husband also came along which was nice getting to meet another person who is responsible for keeping our daughter safe and happy for the next few months. Handing Bella over today reminded me of saying goodbye to John when he left for deployment for six months. It is so hard...beyond words hard...but I know that we'll be coming back to bring her home soon.

We had a chance to walk around the city a little bit today and get some fresh air. That was a nice distraction for us and we enjoyed being out after ten days in our hotel walls. We had dinner in a tree house restaurant called Kakao and it was VERY good.

I'm off to finish packing...but just wanted to let everyone know that we are doing okay. We're looking forward to being home again and seeing our dogs. I already miss Bella so much and I know the next few months will be hard, but we'll get though it.

John and I are going to the US Embassy tomorrow before our flight. We're going to try to talk to the official overseeing adoptions and get an explanation of why they are doing such a horrible job right now. We'll post an update for you guys when we get home.

Also, the internet connection here is not great and I've been unable to post photos again. I'll post many more when I get home and get settled in again.

Thanks for your prayers and thoughts today...

Janine & John