Good Morning Vietnam - We're back!

It feels great to finally be here in Hanoi!  After a long trip, and don't be fooled by the smiling Emily... she was a little terror at some points on the flight and almost became that passenger that needs to be restrained.  Not sure why plane travel does this to her but some of the worst meltdowns I've seen.  We had a long layover in Hong Kong and of course she fell asleep then poor munchkin.  Daddy and Mummy used that time to go and get a nice little chair massage to try and loosen the knots and lower the stress level.

Yesterday we got our land legs back and just walked around Hoan Kiem Lake, which is a quick 10 mins from the hotel.  Two of the couples were already here so we had lunch together in a nice cafe looking out onto the lake, and then walked around to do a bit of shopping.  We then promptly got lost walking back to the hotel for a nap... I'm sure that won't be the first time!

Last night we went out for a tasty Chinese meal and then had everyone back to our room for a visit.  This morning we have a meeting with Mr. Dat and it looks like our orphanage visit will now be on Monday and I'm sure we'll find out when the Giving and Receiving will be held.  Jet Lag isn't too bad and other than feeling a little groggy at times, it's been fairly easy.  Emily just woke up but sleep till 0600 so I'm not complaining.  They have a big swimming pool here so later we will check that out as Emily is very excited about a swim!

The pictures below are slightly out of order, I've included photos of my formula lab and all the baby gear!  And I had to put Keela (my helper) and Chopper in, they are off at the kennel and creating their own version of havoc I'm sure!  There was recently a 1000 Year Celebration here so there are lots of displays and signs commemorating the event.  Walking around here feels so familiar again but we forgot how the air is thick with exhaust - and of course the amount of people who smoke (and in restaurants) takes a little getting used to.