We had a great first day back in Vienna, especially the babies who were just so happy all day long. As for Mommy and Daddy, we were pretty tired. I thought they'd be missing Barbara and the other kids, and the sheep and cats they're still talking about - especially Emmy - all day long, but I guess the excitement of having all their toys and the familiar environment back was the only thing that mattered today.

Today the babies are 500 days old! And we have arrived back in Vienna. Randy got to sleep the most on the overnight flight, but Barbara and I slept very little. At least the babies slept well. It was 5:15 Malian time, that is 6:15 am French time, when we arrived, and so the babies had also had little sleep compared to usual.

Well, we're back in Vienna, it's after midnight, and I have the past two days to tell you about. First of all, thank you for praying. I think it was the easiest trip yet, though there were a few issues. Everyone's tired and happy and home - and asleep, except for me.