Countdown to Homecoming

Carolyn has called the past couple of evenings with nothing really new to report. Charissa (nor any of the others) have advanced beyond their bottles yet. They have enjoyed China very much but are beyond ready to sleep in their own beds and share Charissa with all of her friends and family.

Right now they are preparing for their next-to-last night in China. The paperwork is taken care of; it's just a matter of waiting. Patiently waiting.