Sunday, August 17, 2008

It's Not the Ritz Carlton, but...

Greetings from Moscow. Just wanted to let everyone know we made it to here with no problems.

The flight from Atlanta to Moscow was a bit bumpy at times and horribly uncomfortable at others. But all in all, it went by pretty quickly. The plane was the coolest one we've been on in all our trips. We had our own movie control system in every seat so you could watch whatever you wanted.

By the way, for those of you who haven't seen "What Happens in Vegas", Brandy and I give it two thumbs up. Also, I give Leatherheads, 3 1/2 stars.

Although Brandy spent a majority of the time staring out the window at the beautiful full moon that accompanied us along the way.

We got to our apartment around 12:30 but since check-in wasn't until two, we had to find something to do for an hour and half.

So what did we do? Of course we went to Starbucks. But here's the funny part, we are staying at an apartment about 20 minutes from the Red Square and there isn't a front lobby so here we are, walking down a busy shopping district, toting our suitcases and bags and a lime green stroller with no baby in it. The looks we were getting were pretty comical.

So after falling asleep in Starbucks (Brandy said I was snoring), it was 2:00 and time to check-in. The apartment is pretty decent. Has a living room, bedroom, kitchen and best of all, free internet and phone. Although the two guys living next door have questionable decorating tastes. Their entire front door is covered in newspapers. (Pictures to follow)

We took a two hour power nap and then met a couple of American couples for dinner. One of the couples is with CHI and just picked up their child who is about 3 weeks younger than Neil. We are getting excited.

So it's off to bed. Tomorrow, we will be picked up at 2:30 to go for our physical. One other nice surprise we got from our translator...it's going to cost us $1500 for it. Lucky us.

Off to bed now. We really need your prayers that tomorrow will go well and there will be no problems.

We'll report back after we're done (because we have free internet).

Good night and good luck,
Coby and Brandy

10 comments:

JennyM said...

You will be in my prayers tomorrow. Thanks for the update that you are settled in. Looking forward to hearing more...

Kim Abraham - Mom to the Fabulous Five! said...

We just enjoyed both those movies on AA on the way to Moscow too. I know you must be really looking forward to filling that little stroller real soon! Best Wishes!

Anonymous said...

Been looking for this update. Just took a break from covering the front door with newspaper clippings and thought I'd check on you. Garage door is next. A nice look. What's your problem? Glad you made it safely. Keep writing, we are checking multiple times a day. xoxoxo

Chris said...

We are very excited for you! Enjoy your time in Russia, exciting things are happening!

Best wishes!

Safta Datya said...

Tommorrow will be a breeze. All the worries will be over and you will be on your way to becoming the wonderfull parents to this wonderful boy. Oh yeh, there is still the court date. Once the judge takes a look at the two of you, she'll what great parents this little boy will have.

Safta Datya said...

Tommorrow will be a breeze. All the worries will be over and you will be on your way to becoming parents to this wonderful boy. Oh yeh, there is still the court date. Once the judge takes a look at the two of you, she'll see what great parents this little boy will have.

Anonymous said...

Wishing you the best of luck, and sending my prayers with you 2 today...Also, I LOVED what happens in vegas...GOOD choice for a movie.

Cousin Sarah

Adrienne, Another Ordinary Miracle said...

You're there!!! YEA!! Can't wait to hear more!!! We are so excited for you.

Michael, Carrie, and S said...

I'm glad you made it safely. I can't believe you had to carry your stuff all over Arbat until you could check in-that is too funny! I've been praying for your medicals. I look forward to your update!

Shane & Marie said...

Glad that you made it there safely. The physicals are harmless. Just a complete waste of time and money.