Back in the States

Jen and Gwyn in Hawaii

Well, we are actually back in the continental United States now. We arrived in Tennessee last night at about 10pm. We left Hawaii at about 5am eastern (11pm Hawaiian time). It was a very long trip home. Gwyn slept most of the first flight from Honolulu to Phoenix. The plane was packed full with no room to lay her down in the seat. That made sleeping for me alomst impossible. To add to the discomfort, the plane was an hour and a half late getting to Phoenix, where we almost missed our connection to Kansas City.

After arriving in Kansas City, I waited and waited for the stroller to be brought up to the gang way. The agent finally came up with no stroller. It never made it on the plane in Phoenix. US Airways was wonderful by providing a loaner stroller for Gwyn. From Kansas City, we went to Charlotte. I just want to say Thanks! to the people at the USO for being so wonderful. I am grateful for the USO who allowed us to hang out and let Gwyn play.

The last and final flight was from Charlotte to Chattanooga. I was so happy to get off that plane and see my parents waiting for us just outside security. I was also amazed when both our bags popped out at baggage claim. I just knew with the tight connection in Phoenix that neither would make it. AND, Wednesday morning, the stroller was FedEx-ed to the house.

I know I promised some pictures of us in Hawaii. So, here they are:

Gwyn on the plane to Honolulu

Gwyn at the Beach

Gwyn at the Pool

I hope you all enjoy the pictures. We love you all and miss you very much!!