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| 7th November 2007 Michele Bertolone | Small world - From: Nam's Return Just back from Vietnam. Adopted little girl on the left in the 3rd picture from TQ center. What a small world. I hope we can return with her in 11 years (she's almost 3 now). Her web site is: http://www.cattivi.com/archived/phuong/ruby.html Pictures from our adoption trip at http://www.flickr.com/gp/17450377@N04/6Jn3E1 Best to you and your family. |
| 11th September 2007 travellingmum | loved your blog - From: Byron Bay at Last I am from Brisbane and most people here love Byron too. And YES 3 days for Australia... unheard of!! ha ha. I have enjoyed reading your adventures. I have 3 kids too so found it entertaining. I have always thought about adoption and loved reading about your family and how happy you seem at making it work. |
| 31st August 2007 Effie | Wow - From: The Bangkok Incident This is a story that you will some day be able to laugh about. I know we can relate to it, more on a smaller scale in a theme park setting. I can only imagine, how happy you all must have been, the first night you got to be home once again and sleeping in your own beds |
| 31st July 2007 Rita | - From: Nam's Return Hey Guys! I've enjoyed all your entries, but this one was beyond words.... |
| 28th July 2007 Brenda & Lou | WOW!!! - From: Nam's Return We have very much enjoyed your many adventures and appreciate the photos & documentation you've taken the time to share with us all. It has to be quite an emotional roller coaster. It's almost as if we're on the trip with you all. Take care and we'll continue to follow the journey. Love, Brenda & Lou |
| 28th July 2007 Franco | - From: Nam's Return Great story. Could imagination the emotions that were felt by all involved. |
| 25th July 2007 Elaine | Hey guys - From: The Hard Sell in the Hill Country What a wonderful journey!!! Your pictures are absolutely beautiful!! Especially the ones fromyour latest entry. I've been reading from the start but just figured out how to send a message. Take care. Elaine |
| 24th July 2007 Nicole and Christopher Blake | Received beautiful postcard - From: First day in Vietnam Thank you for the wonderful postcard and great blogs. We're enjoying reading about your adventures, especially our Mom!!! Lydia, we miss you and can't wait for you to get home! |
| 21st July 2007 Donna Budway | Nam cracks me up - From: First Day in India Nam, you are killing me. I can't wait to hear the entire report when you return. Can't wait to hear what you have to say about the beautiful women in Viet Nam. yours, Miss Donna |
| 19th July 2007 Coach | Good Stuff...Keep it commin' - From: Small Elephants and Big Rocks Just got caught up with your trip after returning from Europe with Drew and my Dad. Love those family outings! You guys are are very lucky--a trip to remember for a lifetime! Get Nam to keep a journal on the critters, creepy crawleys, and beautiful flowers he is seeing for his Biology teacher--and maybe some pictures too. Stay fit and well, and keep the posts coming. Looking forward to a full report when you return. |
| 15th July 2007 Carol F | your photos - From: Sri Lanka and the Orphanage The picture of Rachel on the beach is exquisite. Sounds like you are having the trip of a lifetime. What a wonderful gift to give your children! All is fine here--the Backyard Deck that Ate Douglas Park is still in the works. We'll have you over to christen it upon your return to Western Civ.! CF |
| 13th July 2007 Noemi | - From: Sri Lanka and the Orphanage Hello Dunbar Family I've been catching up with your travel blog. What an amazing trip! Can't wait to get together and hear more. I wish Anna had access to a computer so she could read the entries as well. Rachel will have to fill her in personally. Debbie, I hope you bought a sari for yourself I think you would look lovely in one. Thanks for taking the time to write the blog. Take care and stay safe. Noemi |
| 11th July 2007 Effie | great pic's - From: Sri Lanka and the Orphanage I really like the reflective picture of Rachel and the beach shots. Good to hear from you again. Love the blogs, spoke to Mark yeasterday about next years reunion. I hope you can still remember detail to share with us then. |
| 11th July 2007 Anne Pauls | WOW - From: Sri Lanka and the Orphanage How incredible is it that the same people that were at Rachel's adoption years ago, are still there!! Henry, you are doing an amazing job - I am so enjoying reading all of the entries and seeing the pictures. Thanks for doing the blog! Debbie - it is quiet and boring here without you. Stay safe! Love, Anne |
| 11th July 2007 Lynn Rodgers-Kuperman | Most Amazing... - From: Sri Lanka and the Orphanage I think these are the most amazing pictures thus far. I also think this must be an amazing journey for the kids. As an adoptive mother myself I can only imagine how many emotions both parents and kids are processing right now, especially the kids. I'm sure it's a joyful yet sometimes sad and poignant experience for all. Stay strong and enjoy everything this trip has to offer. We still miss you Debbie! |
| 11th July 2007 Aunt Sue Uncle Joe | great reading - From: Agra and the Taj Mahal Hi everyone sounds like you are having a great time -- stay healthy -- See you soon |
| 9th July 2007 Effie | Looks like fun - From: Agra, Part II Didn't know you would get to do crafts! Sign me up! Thanks so much for the blog access to your day by day adventures! |
| 6th July 2007 Mandy | Wow! - From: Agra and the Taj Mahal Hey, I just logged on to see what the Dunbar / Hill group was up to. I am amazed by your adventures and the pictures. I also laughed at Nam's comment about Debbie tipping too much and not being a very good haggler :) Too funny. I know I would be the same way. Stay safe and keep up the good work. This is the trip of a lifetime so I am jealous! Mandy |
| 6th July 2007 Rita | Yo! - From: Agra and the Taj Mahal Hi Guys! Things are going fine in the hood. We missed you on the 4th. The trip sounds amazing so far. The picture of the kids in front of the Taj Mahal is definitely Christmas card material. Did you bring a Washington Post with you? Their photo could be published in the Kids Post. Hope Henry's feeling better. Can't wait to read your next entry! |
| 6th July 2007 Amy Nazarov | How hot is HOT, anyway? - From: Agra and the Taj Mahal What a good-looking crew~ Don't all those megatons of marble at least cool you down psychically? Is the lady actually buried inside? I love the posters' changing voices. I bet the Dunbars get a book deal out of this blog. love, Amy Naz. |
| 6th July 2007 Lynn Rodgers-Kuperman | - From: Agra and the Taj Mahal I love this picture...the kids look great. What an adventure you have undertaken. I'm so impressed! We miss you Debbie....it's just not the same without your crazy duck calls! Keep the blogs coming because it allows us to travel vicariously through you guys! Lynn |
| 5th July 2007 Reid | Great blog entries! - From: My actual opinions All, I've been catching up on your adventures after our vacation. The blog entries are terrific - keep it up! You should think about quitting your day jobs (and school!) to become travel writers. Can't wait for the next entry. Have fun! -- Reid |
| 4th July 2007 Carol Rasco | News from RIFland..... - From: My actual opinions I loved being able to read all about your trip today since I am sitting happily at home and not on some silly business trip or out on the Mall where they evacuated at 5 p.m. due to thunder storms. People will start coming back to the Mall about 7 p.m., and indeed the storm is passing over, sun is back out sporadically here in Alexandria. The BIG news in RIFland is that Thea Helen was born to Rebecca yesterday....7 lbs. 7 oz. and 20 inches long. Sue Ryan went by the hospital today to wish baby Thea a Happy 4th on her very first 4th...Rebecca's mother believes Thea's ear (not sure which one) is perfect according to Sue's report...in fact Sue said Thea's grandmother believes Thea is perfect, period; and Rebecca is smiling nonstop ear to ear! Thanks again for your wonderful blog! Carol |
| 4th July 2007 Sean | Celebrate the 4th!! - From: My actual opinions Hello Dunbar family, I've enjoyed reading about your adventures... from Nam's philosophical view about peeing in public, to Rachel's cross town traffic musings, to Lydia's thoughts and feelings about her ol' home town. Enjoy the rest of your trip and celebrate the 4th of July! Cheeseburgers and hot dogs for everyone!! Or, kheema and dhal! Indian's also share the need for celebrating independance from the British... although their day is different from ours. |
| 2nd July 2007 Valarie Young | Hello - From: Hyderabad Just got caught up. What a great adventure!! Keep the posts coming. Have some Lumpia for me in Vietnam. Thanks for sharing your trip. |
| 2nd July 2007 Katie | No smell in basement - From: What Lydia Thinks... Hey, I'm staying here and there is no smell in the basement! Noland is fine. I will write later about my adventures with Noland. Oh yah, he just goes in the cage in the basement at night (in the basement). I had to drag him in. Maybe he thinks it stinks down there. KK |
| 1st July 2007 Regina | LOL - From: 2nd Day in Hydrabad How funny that is -- Nam is Jackie Chan! It sounds like the Dunbar-Hills are having a wonderful time. I love this blog idea. I find myself looking for your next entry. Love the picture of Rachel...absolutely beautiful! Continue to have a wonderful time! Henri' -- I hope you feel better. |
| 1st July 2007 Amber | - From: 2nd Day in Hydrabad I love reading the updates... glad to see everyone is doing well and has learned to go to the bathroom!!! |
| 1st July 2007 GLutz | Sounds Exciting - From: Hyderabad It is great to travel the world with this amazing family. It makes Newton Grove look kind of red necked, but it still has it circle drive! NC is still a beautiful place to be. Have a wonderful, unforgettable trip. And thanks for sharing. Aunt Grace |
| 30th June 2007 Grandma Dunbar | This is great! - From: Hyderabad I am so enjoying these fresh views of your travels. I added Cindy and Grace to the list. Sounds like everyone is having a great time. I really like getting different family member's views. thanks |
| 30th June 2007 "Mr. Shim" | Breaking the Mold - From: What Lydia Thinks... Lydia: Thanks for the recap; it's good to see you are still "breaking the mold" after all these years ; you did even back then evidently (after you, they had to close down/knock down the orphanage:::)??!!! You DO have a way of making an impact on people and things, and hopefully that continues well into your future. Keep us all posted of your adventures ; the girls say "hi" ...just don't complain about our moldy-smelling basement when you get back....JonCarEmNieve |
| 30th June 2007 ana | - From: Hyderabad hi guys! just wanted you to know I am reading your journal and am very excited for you. Nam, you are a born story teller... (not surprisiing). Your mom's tendency to give it all away is just part of her nature....Henri thanks for giving us a glimpse into your adventures...give Rachel and Lydia a kiss...:) love, ana maria sophia...Have a happy fourth! |
| 30th June 2007 "Mr. Shim" | Yellow Walls? - From: 2nd Day in India!! WOOT WOOT!! Nam; I too have seen people peein' on walls - right on Pollard Street in fact...still the cops have'nt shut down your Mom's "Ladies Nights Out" parties (yet)... Pics look great, have fun joncaremnieve |
| 30th June 2007 Norma | friend of your mom's - From: 2nd Day in India!! WOOT WOOT!! Nam, u don't know me but your entries are way cool! Really like your style...Keep them coming. Enjoy this experience and learn from it. My best to all. |
| 30th June 2007 Jan Mason | Greetings!!! - From: 2nd Day in India!! WOOT WOOT!! It's been great keeping up with you guys and reading about your journey (escapade!!!). It certainly brings on a huge smile and laugh while reading your blog. Well Nam -- it's great to know that your acquiring new taste buds :) and your entries do keep one smiling. Go on and make a pee picture - no one will know. And about those 10 showers when you get home --- it will take about a month to get the curry and garlic out of your system (just kidding). All you guys look great in the pictures - Rachel smile some more!!!!! Take care guys and happy journeying (the adventure has just begun). Green with envy ........ Jan |
| 29th June 2007 Lucas | that's even worse... - From: 2nd Day in India!! WOOT WOOT!! Hi from Lucas your neighbor... in Mexico I saw really poor people but the Indian poor people look much worse. We all want you to stay safe on your great adventures! See you in August. Lucas |
| 29th June 2007 Sue (RIF) | WOOT WOOT Indeed - From: 2nd Day in India!! WOOT WOOT!! Nam: Your entries have been fantastic and I look forward to seeing the pictures and catching up on all your adventures. Have a blast and remember: if you pee in the streets, make sure you wash your hands. |
| 28th June 2007 Regina | Nam, Nam, Nam - From: First Day in India Be one with the people! Show your adventurous side and pee on the walls too! I bet your dad has! |
| 28th June 2007 Belva | !Hola! - From: First Stop, Spain Prior to your family trip, I didn't think of myself as an envious person! I am so happy for you all. Thank you for the blog as it allows me to join you in your marvelous journey(ies). Enjoy enjoy enjoy. Can't wait for your next entry. Take care, Belva |
| 26th June 2007 Noemi | - From: Add One Night in Bangkok It's great to hear from you! Keep up the journal we love to hear about your adventures. Say hi to everyone and we're thinking about you. |
| 24th June 2007 Aunt Sue Uncle Joe | Hi - From: Countdown Hope you have a great time-- see you in August-- take pictures |
| 22nd June 2007 Regina | Carry out - From: Add One Night in Bangkok Do you think they have carry-out American food in Bangkok? Let me know, okay? |
| 20th June 2007 Nicole | Hi Lydia - From: Countdown Hi Lydia - I will miss you while you are traveling... see you in August and we can go to the pool!!! Nicole |
| 20th June 2007 Brigid | We will miss you and have great fun!! - From: Countdown Hi World Traveling Dunbar/Hill family! We can't wait to hear about all your adventures! Make lots of entries and call us when you get back!! xoxo Brig and Nicole |