Dec. 4th, 2007
I will begin tonight with a few updates:
1. I have not seen the gecko since the other nights adventure on the wall. I am thinking he found his way out the sliding glass door. Hopefully he will return soon and I will try to get a picture of him. I didn't think quickly enough the other evenign to do that, but wil try to do that next time i see him.
2. We took a walk around our usual lake area. It was very pleasant, but I think some men were making fun of me somehow?? They were very kind at first. Said hello to the baby and smiled. They asked me a question..in Veitnamese of course....and I had no idea what they were asking. They did point to Evie and then to me so I thought maybe they wanted to know if I was her mom?? I am not sure but then one of them continued to say one specific word and they were all giggling. I just smiled, said I don't understand and then walked off saying good bye. I do think it was harmless fun, but I sure wish I knew what it was they were saying!
3. I am getting pretty good with chopsticks. I might even be able to feed SAl with chopsticks when I return home.
I havve gotten to the point where i can pick up large or small items and rice is no longer a problem. Of course there are moments when I fumble like someone who hasn't done this their whole lives...but I have much improved.
4.It is chillier..maybe in the low 70's. I have been told it will get in the 60's and maybe even the 50's as this month progresses. I am thinking that if I don't leave soon, I am going to have to invest in a pair of jeans and a sweater.
5. And last but not least, I have not heard any news today. The agency rep., An, told me she used to think that the American Gov. respected it citizens and that the Embassy was there to help individuals. She also said she thought that Americans were very professional and worked very hard. She is not so sure anymore. The experience I am having with the USCIS and the Embassy has changed her mind.
So tomorrow is another day....and we will contiue to hope that news will come soon and that my bags will be packed.
I am ready to make the 27hr. trip home....I am probably more than ready.
Sue and Evie
1. I have not seen the gecko since the other nights adventure on the wall. I am thinking he found his way out the sliding glass door. Hopefully he will return soon and I will try to get a picture of him. I didn't think quickly enough the other evenign to do that, but wil try to do that next time i see him.
2. We took a walk around our usual lake area. It was very pleasant, but I think some men were making fun of me somehow?? They were very kind at first. Said hello to the baby and smiled. They asked me a question..in Veitnamese of course....and I had no idea what they were asking. They did point to Evie and then to me so I thought maybe they wanted to know if I was her mom?? I am not sure but then one of them continued to say one specific word and they were all giggling. I just smiled, said I don't understand and then walked off saying good bye. I do think it was harmless fun, but I sure wish I knew what it was they were saying!
3. I am getting pretty good with chopsticks. I might even be able to feed SAl with chopsticks when I return home.
I havve gotten to the point where i can pick up large or small items and rice is no longer a problem. Of course there are moments when I fumble like someone who hasn't done this their whole lives...but I have much improved.
4.It is chillier..maybe in the low 70's. I have been told it will get in the 60's and maybe even the 50's as this month progresses. I am thinking that if I don't leave soon, I am going to have to invest in a pair of jeans and a sweater.
5. And last but not least, I have not heard any news today. The agency rep., An, told me she used to think that the American Gov. respected it citizens and that the Embassy was there to help individuals. She also said she thought that Americans were very professional and worked very hard. She is not so sure anymore. The experience I am having with the USCIS and the Embassy has changed her mind.
So tomorrow is another day....and we will contiue to hope that news will come soon and that my bags will be packed.
I am ready to make the 27hr. trip home....I am probably more than ready.
Sue and Evie
Love nancy, John and John (Comment this)
I think that the gecko is hiding out in your luggage trying to come home with you. :))
What a dibacle this has come to be and An is right, not such a great impression for her. Not a great impression for any of us! I hope that Ms. Whats-her-face gets a conscience soon and gets her act in gear. We are keeping everything crossed that can be for you two. Hope you girls have a good night!! It is a very cold blustery day here but at least the sun is out today.
Love, Tricia xoxoxo (Comment this)