I'm running around today trying to get ready for a Halloween party the mister and I decided to host. I still have a ton of things to make/do but wanted to at least offer a brief update. Y'all are too kind to keep checking when I am one of the worst posters lately.
Dinner was great. This NPL (perhaps I'll call her TNPL for a bit) is super nice (much like the last one) and we really really like her. She really really likes us as well. I think she had memorized our profile. She knew every word of it (down to the color of our kitchen which we mention in our profile).
We also met her mom briefly which was great. They live a little more than an hour north of us in a town we drove through a lot when we were going to and from the river.
TNPL is from a country we love and spent a few weeks in about 6 years ago. I think it's very interesting that both NPLs we've really talked to are from another country. I'm not sure it's very typical but it did give us a lot to talk about!
Dinner went great. There was a lot of talking. There were a few awkward pauses. I'm sure that's all to be expected. She wants to move forward with us. We're not sure how this will all work but we said we'd love to do that and get to know her over the next bit. She's due in January!
So that's where we are. Right now we're hoping for more dinners or lunches or video game marathons or whatever TNPL would like to do to get to know each other.
That's such exciting news - thanks for the update!
Posted by: Sue | Friday, 31 October 2008 at 12:32
I'm so happy for you! I hope you, the mister and TNPL will continue to have some good visits together.
Posted by: Summer | Friday, 31 October 2008 at 13:19
so you're like MATCHED! I know anything can happen, but I am SO very excited and happy for you both. can't wait to hear more!
Posted by: luna | Friday, 31 October 2008 at 14:30
Yay! That sounds like it went pretty well. I hope that things continue to go well in the coming months.
Posted by: Michell | Friday, 31 October 2008 at 16:49
I'm so excited for you. Keeping my fingers crossed!
Posted by: statia | Friday, 31 October 2008 at 17:48
Great news! I'm so glad you updated. I was wondering how it went. Have a great party!
Posted by: Red Headed Momma | Friday, 31 October 2008 at 18:14
Thank you for posting!!!!
I am doing a little happy dance for you!
Posted by: louise | Friday, 31 October 2008 at 19:27
Dear Millie, I had a real lump in my throat reading this. I am so, so, so hopeful for you.
Posted by: Kath | Saturday, 01 November 2008 at 00:11
this is so exciting...thinking good things for you guys!
Posted by: elana | Saturday, 01 November 2008 at 05:47
Wow, that is so great! Glad it all went so well :)
Posted by: Kay/H | Saturday, 01 November 2008 at 07:00
So exciting, Millie! I hope you get to know each other very well.
Posted by: zhl | Saturday, 01 November 2008 at 10:00
me again (just commented on a prior post - still getting caught up). keeping everything crossed for you guys!
karen
Posted by: another karen | Saturday, 01 November 2008 at 10:36
Millie and DH -
What a beautiful post full of hope and promise. May this journey to your child come to fruition in January. Is it a boy or a girl?
Aimee
Posted by: | Saturday, 01 November 2008 at 11:02
What wonderful news-I am keeping everything crossed for you guys. Sounds like she super interested if she remembered your profile like that. Also, do you mind if I see your site. I had asked earlier-though I know you don't know me-I would love to see it. Thanks.
Posted by: Sharon | Saturday, 01 November 2008 at 11:48
Wow. I'd love to see 2009 be your year. Keep us posted...
Posted by: PBfish | Saturday, 01 November 2008 at 12:38
OMG Goosebumps!!! I am going to be cautiously optimistic and keep the jumping up and down to a minimum, but PRAY that this is the one for you!!!!!
Posted by: Roni | Saturday, 01 November 2008 at 13:17
Great news! I am hoping this is it!
Posted by: Jen | Saturday, 01 November 2008 at 21:24
oh wow wow wow what great news i'll be crossing everything for you for the next few months to pass smoothly bring on January!!
Posted by: Jen | Sunday, 02 November 2008 at 00:03
That sounds really promising and exciting!!! Yay!
Posted by: Clare | Sunday, 02 November 2008 at 02:19
Awesome news.
Posted by: Bonnie | Sunday, 02 November 2008 at 04:48
Millie are y'all matched? Holly smoke, I take it as you are. OMG, this is wonderful news. I will be glued to your blog for updates!
Posted by: Kimmer | Sunday, 02 November 2008 at 05:44
I look like a pretzel over here.... Thinking great and wonderful thoughts for you and the mister....
Posted by: hangin'in | Sunday, 02 November 2008 at 09:45
oH millie I'm so pleased! Congratulations sweetie. I know no chickens or anything, but a good start.
Posted by: thalia | Sunday, 02 November 2008 at 11:24
Wow, Millie Mill--that is fantastic news.
Posted by: Mel | Sunday, 02 November 2008 at 12:41
Wow! Congratulations. I do hope all works out for the best for everyone involved. Do you know whether she is expecting a boy or a girl?
Posted by: MichelleL | Sunday, 02 November 2008 at 15:49
Super exciting news! WOW!!! Keep us posted :)
Posted by: K | Sunday, 02 November 2008 at 20:45
VERY exciting!! I hope it works out!
Posted by: Merlot | Monday, 03 November 2008 at 05:07
Oh man, that is a good update. Thinking of you all. Smooches.
Posted by: Pamplemousse | Monday, 03 November 2008 at 11:33
eeeeeeeeeeee!... quietly and hopefully....I am almost excited!
Posted by: alexandra/infertile gourmet | Tuesday, 04 November 2008 at 13:36
Great news Millie - very exciting!
Posted by: T | Wednesday, 05 November 2008 at 16:58
Millie, I got goosebumps when I read your post and saw that wonderful word "January"! (BTW, I would love to see your site if you are willing to share the URL.) SO HOPEFUL that TNPL is The One!
Posted by: Tonya | Wednesday, 05 November 2008 at 20:48
sweet update! I'll be sure to check in more often. I am such a bad blog reader lately, but so glad I checked here. I hated those pauses in our in person meetings too, but honestly it made me think of questions to keep asking for the next meeting. Good luck! keep us posted. plz?!
Posted by: tubeless | Thursday, 06 November 2008 at 19:38
So exciting. I hope you have a terrific holiday season.
xoxo
JennaM
Posted by: JennaM | Monday, 10 November 2008 at 10:17