Waiting to Depart :)

Wow, I was bundle of nerves this morning, to put it lightly. When I get stressed, I misplace things. I kept putting things in strange places. Of course, if you read my post last night, you know about my vehicle mishap. Sigh. Let me just say that I have never been more thankful for my husband Scott, Mom, Dad and sister Leah. They just helped to do what I needed to do to get things done.
By the way, Kristy, if you are reading, I was stressed last night and ate the whole bowl of salad that you brought over. I must say that was the tastiest salad I have ever had. That gargonzola cheese was awesome! It was so nice to see you, Phillip and Gracie last night. I packed the outfit, slippers, Dora items, crayons and book. Tell Gracie I LOVE the heart blanket and pillow, and I love everything with hearts.
I currently sit at Max and Erma's restaurant, within footsteps from my gate. I purchased a Motown - Detroit t-shirt for Adam in China. I also picked up a few Henry Ford postcards to put in with my Chinese gifts. My Dear "young" dad will appreciate the plug for Ford Motor Co.! What do you think they will think of the Weiner-mobile postcard? I couldn't resist.
Presently, I am enjoying M&E's Tortilla soup, cheesesticks, and a my favorite special beverage. Ask Scott about that one. :) I am so excited to leave.
I have had only positive encounters today. I hope I continue to find as many amiable, sweet people on my travels. The lady who checked my baggage and gave me my boarding pass probably thought I was crazy when I arrived. I felt like a blind girl without a leader dog when I arrived. I wasn't sure if I was in the right section, I couldn't see the signs well, and I was so nervous. The lady was so patient with me, and helped me. She asked what was bringing me to Shanghai, and I told her about the adoption, and how I only had 6 days to prep for the trip, and her eyes lit up. I explained that I was so nervous, because I had never flown overseas, and how I was scared that I was going to forget something important. She chatted with me, and pointed me in the right direction, wishing me well. I met a complete stranger whose daughter adopted domestically. She told me that she would pray for me, and that God makes no mistakes. She was ecstatic to hear about my travels to China. I am sitting next to what must be the two sweetest southern gentlemen I have ever met, other than my dad (from Missouri).
I am close to flying out. This will be an exciting journey and I look forward to each day. It's hard to believe it is real, because I have been waiting for this moment for so long.
Two days ago, it hit me how much I was going to miss T.J. I miss my little man already. I talked to him on the phone. I can tell that he is excited that he is going to be spending so much quality time with Scott. I can also tell that he is confused about exactly how long I will be gone. I am excited about looking for a special souvenier for him in China.
Well, hopefully I will be posting tonight about my safe arrival in Shanghai. If internet access is available, I will do that as soon as I arrive. Prayers for safe travels are appreciated.
Jill :)