And so we go

Well, our phones are officially disconnected and I feel quite vulnerable. Not a fun feeling. After 6 years with 206-498-1538 ringing by my side, to tell me you all were calling, I bid it adieu - not without a little bit of sadness.

On the upside, we got our work permits! We got them yesterday, which was exactly what we'd hoped for. Having the actual papers in hand, I now feel caught in a whirlwind of things to get done before we leave. Our departure date is still up in the air, but the reality that we could be leaving this weekend makes me want to do a crazy person dance. I'm not sure what that looks like exactly, but I have a really good idea of what it could be in my head, only I won't do it in real life for fear of people thinking I'm really crazy. I'll try to post a picture - not the crazy person dance, silly, the work permits - but the technology evades me at this point in time. Actually, it usually does, that's why I married Chris. That's pretty much the only reason... just kidding hun :)

In the meantime, we've change our Skype name to Chrisandgrace2 and we have a free (206) number that can receive texts and calls from the US to China: 206-745-2924. The calls will go to our iPad for now, until we get a phone over there. Isn't technology amazing? Just please don't forget the 15 hour time difference, something technology has not yet conquered. We'll be 15 hours ahead.

Ok, I better start getting things done around here... Just wanted to let you all know how much we have loved sharing the beginnings of our adventures with all you - whether it's been afternoons in parks or dinners or little notes, we've really felt blessed as we go out to face the unknown. So thanks. You guys rock.

edit - 9:54 am:

Well, we found out we could be flying out as soon as sunday or monday! When I first read that I just about peed my pants. I mean, we thought we had another 2 weeks at least. We're excited and scared, but at least I got my haircut scheduled! now we all know where my priorities lie!

We spent about a week with my family in Portland, and are now with chris' family in Seattle where we get to see our niece and play with our new iPad :) thanks aunt Janae!

We look forward to seeing as many of you as possible before leaving, if not, please stay in touch. Also, please be careful with your language in comments as most everything is censored by the Chinese government. This means not using words that sound overtly religious, be creative :)

Our Skype name is Gracieboettcher, feel free to call to stay in touch!