Thursday Afternoon

Well, as usual we are still waiting. We went to see our friends, but they were napping, we'll see them later. Our friends at SYB (previous employer)sent us a contact name that may be able to help. Our only fear of calling anyone is that we have been told numerous times that the calls only delay things here. They do not work like the U.S. One of the staff with our agency said that it sounded like they were keeping our packet to prove a point that the system takes too long. There need to be changes in the Consulate here. We were told to call and complain once we return. The way they do things changes today, so I do not know what kind of impact that will have on us. The new way should speed things up for newer families coming in. We are bored out of our minds, we have watched Discovery and National Geo. until I can't stand it any more. We need to find new places to eat and go to while we are here. Bad attitudes on our part only make the waiting worse. Granny Judy if we're home at Thanksgiving we can surely cook a Turkey, anything but Rice!! I have been craving a chili dog. Van looks larger in his photos, but he doesn't have any rolls or anything. He not scrawny, but does need to gain fat in his arms and the rest of his body. He is playing with the Hotel staff. Our coordinator should be here a few more days and that always helps to know that he is here in case of anything. Van is saying Mama but not sure if he is refering to me or not though.
Julie