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Going to Luanda!

I suppose it is time to dust off the old blog now. For those who don't know, my husband has a job assignment in Luanda, Angola for the next 3 years. We prayed about this and felt this was the right choice for our family at this time. Dwayne applied for his work visa and got it back in 1 month. We were told to expect a wait of 4-6 months. The children and I applied for our visas and 2 came back in 1 day with the other 2 arriving the following week.

So, the task of moving to Angola was not an easy one. This is one of the most expensive cities in the world. Also, while things are greatly improving, it is also a city lacking a lot of the things we are accustomed to having in the States. So, we spent a lot of $$ to buy things that we may need over here for the next 3 years (or at least until we make it back to Houston next summer).

We arrived at the airport on August 26th with 32 pieces of luggage to check in and about 6-7 more as carry-on items. Don't believe me, here's proof...


We filled our girls' room in Houston with luggage after the furniture was removed!

Another angle!

Here we are at the airport with all this stuff!

Praying that none are too heavy!

Tired kids sitting on the floor of the airport

Off by herself as usual



I already have plenty to share about this place. We are adjusting as best we can. One thing is for sure, we live an abundantly blessed life. Stay tuned...

Comments

Anonymous said…
Yay the blog is back! Wow 30 bags. I remember you said that you had 30 bags but seeing it is another thing. So were there other travelers on the flight because it appears as if you guys hit the limit for luggage accommodations : )? I know you guys have only been there for a couple of weeks but are you liking it more or just as much as you liked the Philippines?

I am glad to hear that you all made it safely. I can't wait to see more pics and hear more about your experience. Talk to you soon.

Charissa
6:06 AM
Bridgette's Odyssey said…
Hey Crissy! Yes, there were other people on the plane. Another family of 3 had around 45 bags...something like that.
6:23 AM
Brandye said…
Wow that's a lot of bags girl! I can't wait to see more posts from you. I'm sure it's been exciting and overwhelming at the same time! I pray the kids are adjusting well.
10:59 AM
Brandye said…
Wow that's a lot of bags girl! I'm sure it's been exciting and overwhelming at the same time. I pray the kids are adjusting well and making new friends. I can't wait to see more posts! Take care
11:02 AM
Ayana said…
Hey girl!!! So glad you started the blog again! That's a lot of luggage. :) Did the plane have a lot of people? Cuz if you had 30 bags and someone else had 45.....seems like a lot of weight to me. Unless the airlines only want us to think they don't have enough room for all our things ;)
11:41 AM
Unknown said…
I'm so glad you all made it there safely. All those bags my goodness!!! How are the kids adjusting? How are you adjusting? I gave Mason that hug and kiss from you and Uncle Dwayne.
3:09 PM
Unknown said…
Wow I can just imagine how much that was to pay for all of those bags. I have paying when I check in one bag. Miss you guys
6:25 PM
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