Finally in Bulgaria

Well, after about 21 straight hours of travelling and 24 hours without a shower, we have finally made it to Shumen, Bulgaria. We landed in Varna, Bulgaria on time and met our interpreter after clearing customs. Bistra is a new college graduate who works as a translator for 2 adoption agencies in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. She quickly ushered us out of the aiport, contacted our "driver" who was dutifully waiting for us outside, and then we were off for our last leg of the journey, a one hour drive to Shumen. Once we arrived, we checked into the hotel and finally got showers! I'm used to going all night without sleep and showers, but I think Sally was really ready for a rest. All in all, though, the trip couldn't have gone smoother. We're heading off to dinner with Bistra and then headed to bed for some much needed sleep. Tomorrow, after about 3 years of prayer and discussion, and after about 18 months of paperwork, interviews, planning, delaying, more praying, and travelling, we will finally meet our precious daughter, soon to be Olivia Sofia Williams. God is good, we are so blessed! More to come tomorrow....