we booked ...

[percival]

... out 14/5, back in Edinburgh 3/6. God, I'm so excited. Oregon is duly noted as an itinerary point. Montana, Yellowstone and Glacier National as well.

Now, guys, pray that I'll have my passport in time. I applied to have it renewed on 3/3. They said I'd have it before Easter. The web site claims it takes 6-10 weeks. 10 weeks means 12/5. We're flying out on 14/5. The German consulate can only issue temporary replacements that are valid for Germany. We've no cancellation insurance.
My husband said not to worry and be silly and just go ahead and book.

On a related note, people wondered why we are going to the US. Well, thanks to you guys, I can't just let people slag "Americans" off anymore. I've got a very lovely and very diverse group of friends there that's giving the country a face distinct from the reporting we get in the press, much more nuanced.

On adoption: a quick trawl round various websites shows that as Germans living in Britain, we'll have to consider International Adoption. Brits are wary of placing kids
with people who might move back to their home country - understandable! Since I speak some Spanish, Latin America might be an option - or, since I've quite an interest in Zen and Buddhism, China, or India. We shall see. (Accepting your infertility is a good way of getting pregnant, or so I heard.)

Comments

[buongiornodaisy.livejournal.com]

Why aren't you coming to my neck of the woods (Maryland/DC)? ;)

[perceval.livejournal.com]

heh. next time on my tour de Quill. I didn't want to subject my husband to days on end of squeeing with Quillers, if you know what I mean ...

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[queenriley.livejournal.com]

Next trip you absolutely HAVE to come to Texas. This time of year is the perfect time to come too. The weather is beautiful. It's warm but not yet hot, and there is usually a nice breeze that is refreshing rather than feeling like a wave of oven heat washing over you. Either early March or October is the best time visit Texas. Oh you just have to come here next trip! I don't think I've ever seen skies as blue or big as I've seen them in Texas.

[acusa-dora.livejournal.com]

I agree with Queen Riley and October is special because it's time for the State Fair of Texas in Dallas. That's one of the most fun attractions we go to every year.

Well, I wish you all the best as you prepare to adopt. It's wonderful.

[perceval.livejournal.com]

erm - Thomas wants to make sure that we've exhausted all avenues except for IVF.
so adoption will have to wait for one more year. In the mean time, see you in Texas :)

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lol

[helenllama.livejournal.com]

That means you are only back a 2 weeks before I decide to invade your flat!!!

And I am not joking about being a frequent visitor when i move to Edinburgh

[sourcebook.livejournal.com]

Good luck with the adoption route. I've got anecdotal evidence of conception frequently happening after adoption, as an added bonus. Could be to do with release from the stress of trying.

Enjoy the US trip. Hope you keep us posted.

[shellebelle93.livejournal.com]

Enjoy yourself in Montana! I must say I envy you going out there, for I haven't been out that way. I had a friend from there and he said it was the most beautiful place on Earth. You'll find out why they call it "Big Sky" country!