This picture is of Lainie taking her nap today. She is covered by the baby prayer shawl made for her by the ladies in our church who have the shawl ministry. I've covered her in it every night. She is not just covered in a blanket, but covered with the prayers of many.
Today is our LAST DAY! We've finished our shopping this morning and this afternoon we have the big swearing in at the US Consulate. Before that we have a group photo. I can't wait for you to see the precious faces of the children in our group. Tonight we are free for packing and getting ready to leave. We have to leave the hotel at 4am. (This will be 4pm for you on the 23rd) We fly to Hong Kong, then Chicago, then to CHARLOTTE, NC. We hope to land around 6:30pm on Thursday the 24th. We really have enjoyed our time here, seeing a different culture has been very interesting. But, we must say we are spoiled Americans and ready to be back in our own culture. I wish there were words to adequately thank you for all the many things you have done for us, large and small. We hope that through our journey, you have seen the hand of God at work. As we enter this final day of traveling, I leave you with some precious words that someone reminded me of a few days ago...."Tis grace hath brought me safe thus far, and grace will lead me home."
All of our love.....
Bobby, Jennifer, Lainie and Mamaw
30 comments:
Praying for a safe and speedy return home! Cant wait to see you all!
Love you -
Aimee Ashley
The other "Barbee bunch" are praying for your safe trip HOME. We can't wait to see you all again.
We love you.
We will be praying for your safety in travel. I can't wait to see Lainie.
Love ya,
Mandi Summers
We will be praying for your safe return! We are all very excited about meeting Lainie soon! God bless! Love, Lea Anne and family
We are also praying for traveling mercies for you. Thanks for sharing with us. I look forward to visiting over the summer and hear your stories over a cup of coffee! Isn't God awesome?
Love you all,
Tammy, Anna, & Harrison
We are praying for a good flight. Hopefully Lainie will do alot of sleeping! We will see you at mom's house! Welcome to the United States Lainie! And welcome to our family...your new BIG family!
We love you!
Uncle Danny, Aunt Crystal, Molly, Luke and Ella Rose
I truly have seen God's mighty hand through your entire experience. COUNTING DOWN THE SECONDS LEFT TILL TOMORROW! I'll be praying for you all to have a safe trip homee. Enjoy your last night there.
SEE YOU SOON!!!!!
LOVE YOU ALL
Katie
What a Faith trip this has been. I am praying for God's peace for your travel home. I can't wait to see you all. Much love. Michelle
We are praying for a safe flight home. We cant wait for you to get back, and we just cant wait to squeese that little Lainie!!!
Love ya,
Denise
Praying that your flight home goes smoothly and safely and you are home on time! I wish we could come greet y'all at the airport, but I have a piano recital :(. Have a safe trip and congrats again on your beautiful Lainie. She is precious! Sometime AnnaClaire and her will have to have a playdate.
We are all praying for your safe flight home. Harley and I check the blog every morning it starts our day off with a smile....Lainie is so cute!!! Remember if you need a babysitter we are always here. Thank you so much for letting us be part of this great experience.
Love Yall All
Cheri and Harley
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all as you travel home.
Love,
The Fosters
Hope you have a safe flight home! We can not wait to meet Lainie. It has been wonderful being able to share this with you. If anyone ever had doubts in God, they need to take a look at what God has done for you and all the families with you. We pray for your safe return. God bless you all!
Your flight is just around the corner and we are praying for your safe return. What an adventure - and what a beautiful child! God is good - all the time! We can't wait to see the newest addition to the Lady Braves! Steve, Karen, Zac, Maddie and Aidan!
We are praying for your safe travel back to the US. Thanks SO much for sharing this journey. It has truly been a blessing for us. I know your family will be THRILLED to meet your newest addition.
Love, The Herlockers
Jen & Bobby,I know it's been said sooo many times, but Lainie is precious and she looks so angelic when she's sleeping. I have truly enjoyed the blog; I check it a couple times daily. I told Ronny that I read his blog to get my daily laugh and yours to humble me. I would love to be among the many to welcome you home, but I'll still be at the office; not to mention they'll probably be more than you can possibly interact with.
Jen, I recently told Robertson you'd agreed to speak at our WOM retreat for '08; what an absolute awesome faith journey you have to share. God has clearly been busy at work in your life and it's an amazing testimony. Although you're returning home, I don't think this is the end of your journey; somehow I think it's just beginning.
Much love to you, Bobby and Lainie.
Sherry
Guess this is my last entry, sad, but not, I'll be able to see that beautiful girl in person, and her beautiful parents and mamaw! Have a safe trip home, will see you when I get home Monday or Tuesday. I need to say this now, mine and your schedules you know- HAPPY BIRTHDAY JEN!!!!!! noone can top God's gift to you. I love you my friends
Lori
Have a Safe One Home. Praying for your journey. Your Friends in Christ Always!! Tom and Kolis.
Hey You All,
You will be leaving in about 1 hour from now and our prayers are with you. I pray it will be smooth and Lainie will be a good little traveler! We miss you all and can't wait until you get home! I was just thinking about our family beach trip in July. One more little one to toddle around that big house.
Take care and we love you!
Tammy, Trent & Jeremy
Happy Birthday Jen!!!!
Kayla & Denise
Looking forward to seeing the whole family together! I look forward to being able to say to the girls, " Lainie is home now!" Praying for a quiet and peaceful flight.
Christy
Hi mrs.Barbee how are you doing. I hope lainie is adjusting well to her new home. How is Lilly? Is she well? Or is she bad? (I hope not) Is it your birthday? If it is haaaapy birthday1!!!!! Happy birthday to you!!! I have a lot of questions for you. I think I will ask now not expecting an answer imidiatly but soon. And here the questions are. Do the people in china like you? Do the people in China thina Bobby is a giant? Are you nice to the people in China? (I know you are.) Well thats all my dang questions. Oh I have two new kittens. Their names are PHEOBY & MAXWELL (MAX). We got max in a box behind ace hardware. We got Pheoby by adoption.
WITH LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOTS OF LOVE,
Noah Cartagena
What a precious little angel sent from our Heavenly Father. I cannot wait to scoop her up and show her the love that I already have for her. May the Lord grant you safety and peace on your flight home. I love you all and miss you dearly.
Jodi
We are praying for your safe travel. Thank you for sharing your faith journey with us. Lainie is just as cute as she can be, we can't wait to meet her!! Everytime I have set down to read your blog I have thought about the verse "Be Still and know that I am God". All of us who have been keeping up with your journey are being still in front of our computers and seeing that God is who He says He is...loving and faithful.
Love,
Jennifer, Bryan, Jaron, & Jana
WELCOME HOME LAINIE....For as long as you live, you will always have a FAMILY that loves you more than you will ever know.
As far as signing off...I guess it is almost my time to sign off at the Barbee Home.... It has been my pleasure and honor to spend so many precious days...with Trey, Jillian, & Will--while you went to get our precious Lainie...Thank you for having such GREAT KIDS! I love you all.....
See you at the airport!
See you at the airport tomorrow!
FYI...
Bobby & Jennifer called late last night and their flight has been delayed. They will not be arriving at the airport until around 11:40pm tonight... If you have any questions...please call their home phone and I will be glad to return your call when I get home from school today.
Please pray for safety and for
rest today...
Thank you for your many prayers and for your love for the Barbaee family....
Some more info...
Someone has asked that I post something tonight after the BARBEE'S arrive. I will as soon as I get home......
Thanks again to everyone!
My heart is so joyful for you guys as you soon will be arriving home!! What a wonderful celebration it will be for your family and all who are so blessed to know you.
Again, thank you for sharing this awesome journey.
Our love and prayers continue to be with you...
Much love,
Hillary
Hello to everyone,
Bobby, Jen, Mamaw, and little Lainie have all arrived home safely and everyone is doing great. Lainie even let me hold her.
They are very excited to be back!
Love,
Michelle
Thank you so much for sharing your blessings. Lainie will be coming home to a wonderful life. It will take her a lifetime of experiences to realize what a beautiful and loving family she has. I can't wait to see her in person.
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