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So now that we are back from India and the girls are settled into the new fabulous nursery that Daddy built (okay decorated and assembled), you may be wondering whats next? Is all the excitement over? Is there any reason to continue reading this blog? Sure there is!!!!!

1. We still have to spill the beans about Lilavati Hospital.

2. We are going to Mississippi so Brian’s family can meet the girls and there will be lots of pictures!

3. We are going to add more and more information about India, surrogacy, and related stuff, so people who are interested in going to India for surrogacy will be better prepared.

Of course we love that all our family and friends can keep up with whats going on at home but we do want to make this a site for everyone to enjoy!

 

Love you all!

Lisa

Planet Hospital

Now it is time….. You have heard us thank a miriad of people and organizations over the past few weeks and they are all deserving of that thanks. Now I really need to tell everyone that ever reads this blog about how wonderful Planet Hospital is.

When we first started looking into doing Surrogacy over in India, I found Planet Hospital on the web. They seemed to be the only company here in the US that I could find that actually did Surrogacy and not just IVF. From the first contact I made, they were responsive, professional, and very caring. I went back and forth with them due to my own situation for months and then when we were finally ready to try India, they picked up the ball and ran with it. I was lucky enough to have Rudy Rupak (one of the founders of Planet Hospital) to help me through the entire process. Rudy is a completely caring individual that really takes a personal interest in all the cases. Rudy no longer handles client personally like he used to but has a company to run that takes most of his time. Even so, he still keeps his fingers on the pulse of the people his company helps with thier medical journeys. I am lucky enough to call Rudy my friend and over the past couple of months, Boss. I loved Planet Hospital so much, I asked Rudy to let me be part of the surrogacy team that helped other hopeful parents with thier journey.

Here is the thing, once my surrogate went into labor, Rudy stepped out of the boss role and went straight into being my Case Manager once again. I had recieved an email from the doctor after midnight telling me that Asia had gone into labor and never saw it. Rudy was calling every phone number he had for me to get me the news. Even as I was speaking to him he was on the other line getting my tickets booked and finding me a hotel. He stayed up with Brian and I until we got the news that our girls were born and that I had the first flight out in the morning. Once I landed in Mumbai, I had no sooner got out of the airport then my phone rings and his friendly voice is giving me the update on our girls and the situation at the hospital. Within 2 days I had a local cell phone provided by Planet Hospital and Rudy asked Planet Hospital’s country manager  Mr. Vipul Jain to come down from New Delhi to help me sort out all the problems of my twins early arrival and guide me with dealing with Lilavati Hospital. Mr. Jain is as courteous and distinguished a man as I have met in India. He was truly an asset when I was in crisis mode, sitting in India all by myself and worrying about my daughters. He made himself and his staff available to me at any time and that gave me a feeling that Planet Hospital was right by my side through out my stay. While in India, Rudy and I talked just about daily about the progression with my babies health and release from Lilavati, I truly believe that thier welfare was paramount in Rudy’s mind and for that I am forever greatful. Many of you know I had alot of trouble with Lilavati Hospital and soon Brian and I will sit down and write out the details but for now, just know that without Planet Hospital, the US Embassy, and the Rotunda Clinic we would problably still be in India working through miles of red tape created by the two top administrators of Lilavati Hospital. These two individuals created more hell for the sake of thier own ego than one could ever imagine. Again I stress it we will be competely endebted to all for the help and support we recieved.

So for all of you thinking about doing this, please go to www.planethospital.com and learn for yourself how wonderful they are.

 

Lisa

Wrap up of today’s travels..

How cool is Continental? We were originally slated to leave India on June 30th. We called our inside girl, Sandy, at Continental and she told us the flights were full, that she could only do so much from her end. And a lot she did for me, let me tell ya. But she couldn’t get us out before the 30th.
So the hotel manager, Norbert, called Continental on Wednesday and explained about the babies and what not. She said that with a Dr.’s note they could waive a ticket change fee for one of us. That would be Lisa’s ticket. My change fee would stand. Total cost to get out same day would be $850.00. I hated to do it but we said ok. We left and went to the Rotunda Clinic for a goodbye party with the Dr’s and nurses and our surrogate, Asia. She is so tiny that I am now not surprised the twins came this early.

This is Asia, wearing the veil in the background.  She’s about 4′10″.

So we leave the party and bust back to the hotel to finish packing. I get the girls in their new stylin’ car seats (I really recommend Baby Trend brand. Very Nice, easy to use, and lightweight).
Riley

Kelsey

We head to the airport and traffic is horrible, but then again, when is it not in Mumbai?
Keep in mind, this is a 3 lane road.

But we get to the airport, get thru Customs, Immigration and to the ticket counter. Here is where Continental gets awesome. We had to purchase the girls a ticket each. Not a seat mind you, but a ticket, deep discounted for infants. Around $500 total. But they did not charge us the ticket change fee for me or Lisa! And they gave us the bassinet row of 3 seats. Lisa and I had the aisle seats and Continental blocked out the middle seat so we could have the whole row. Way to go big C! This makes up for the 15 hour delay I had getting to India!

So we are on the plane, we take-off and we are homeward bound. 14 hours and some change and the twins were awesome! Not one whimper out of either of them. That’s my girls!

We land in Newark and meet up with Uncle David and Aunt Lucy. They drove 3 and a half hours from CT to see the girls for 20 minutes. And it made Lisa’s day. She was so happy to see them and that they could meet their new nieces.

So we head off to the gate for the flight to San Antonio and again, Continental comes through. We did not have seats for the girls, we were going to hold them the whole 3 hours home. But the flight wasn’t that full so they gave us seats for them so they could stay in their car seats. The passengers oohed and ahhed and I’ll say it… I was damn proud..Beaming..I love talking about my girls. I have always been fairly dis-interested in people’s kids stories, but now I are one to tell them. I get it now. I’m witchu..to quote Steve Martin..

So we get to SA and there’s GrandMarne and Pappa Larry. Wild horses could not contain Lisa’s mom. I felt sorry for anyone who might have stepped in her way as she made a beeline for Lisa and Kelsey. Another proud moment for me.

The rest of the day was spent unwinding and decompressing. But here are some more pics. I hope you find my girls as beautiful and angelic as I do.

Here is Becca and Vaishali, the documentary film crew.

One of the cameramen..

That’s all for today..but there is much more to come. Some of you have heard of the troubles that we had getting the girls out of the hospital, but that was just the beginning of trouble. More to come tomorrow.

B
 

We’re Home!!

Just walked in the door to our home in San Antonio, with GrandMa Marne and Pappa Larry. We’re going to decompress for a few hours and then I’ll post up a travel report and new pictures!!

Leaving tonight!!

We are confirmed for a flight tonight, we’ll be landing in San Antonio around 11am Thursday San Antonio time.. gotta go!!

Quick Update

We have no internet in our room at the moment, I am on a borrowed connection. We are getting the exit visas today and are going to try to fly standby tonight to get home sooner.

Hopefully more info coming later today.

Thank you all for the kind comments and checking for updates. We appreciate the love and support.

B

Free at Last.. you know the rest..

We have the girls at the hotel, the hospital bill is paid, and we go get passports and visas in the morning. We are now way ahead of schedule. I have been up over 24 hours, so this will be short..just random pics, not labeled at the moment maybe later..

Almost Free..

Well, we are very close to being discharged from the hospital. We are slated to be discharged Monday morning, which is Sunday night in the States. And we can’t wait. Hospital food is horrible and this hospital is vegetarian only. This diet has wreaked havoc on Lisa and me. We will bring the girls to the hotel, see about retrieving the birth certificate. Once we have that, we can get the emergency passports and the exit visa’s for the girls. If all goes well, we could be on a plane as early as Thursday.

And that would be wonderful. I am so homesick, it’s not funny.And I am sure Lisa is, she has been here since May 31st. I shot some more pics of the girls but I left the camera behind when I left the hospital. Still kicking myself..so sometime tonight there should be more pics..till then…take care..

Brian

Another long, glorious day with my girls

I am not one for hanging out in a hospital, at all, but today was just wonderful. I got to hang with the 3 greatest loves of my life. Riley, Kelsey and a TV..Just kidding..Lisa has been awesome with the girls and I just can’t hold them enough, but I know I have to put them down from time to time. And boy, is Riley a squealer. She makes this high pitched squeal when she ain’t happy. And if Riley ain’t happy, ain’t nobody happy.. But luckily, she’s usually pretty happy. There is no internet at the hospital, so I head to the hotel twice a day to shower and update the blog. I have a few more pics below..enjoy. I’m gonna catch a few winks and head back..We should have the girls back to the hotel with us on Monday.

Tired Dad

Ms. Kelsey

Kelsey, again.. Riley was being fed in the NICU when these were taken..we have to smuggle the camera phones in..sorry there isn’t more of Riley..there will be tomorrow.

They are in our arms!

So, after some serious drag-ass on the hospitals part, we finally got the birth certificate straightened out. Our many, many thanks to the US Consulate for their help! The certificate lists me and Lisa as the parents.

Then we went to work on getting Lisa admitted into the ward so the girls could come out of the NICU. At first they wanted a 75000 Rupee deposit, but we balked at that as the entire 3 day stay will only cost 10500 rupees. Stupid, right? Welcome to our world at this hospital.

So we get Lisa admitted and wait 3 hours for them to bring me my babies. Finally, I had had enough and went looking for them. I think I scared a few nurses as we had them 10 minutes later in our room.

Want proof? Here it is. I have my daughters, the lights of my life.

Me and Kelsey

Riley

Lisa and Kelsey

Baby Watch

Okay, it looks like we are moving the twins to the ward tomorrow after we sign all the documents to get the birth certificate in my and brians name. With any luck you will be seeing alot more pics of our darling chubby cheeked angels. Do not despair family and friends, things are moving forward and we will be home soon!

Take care,

Lisa

Brian’s PS: Lisa has pulled this of by herself. I have been out of commission for the past 24 hours. Sick as a dog. But feeling better now, 3am India time. I am so proud of Lisa..A trooper, i tell ya!

Woo Hoo!!!! Our Embassy Kicks Ass!!!!

So today was kind of a low key day to start off. Brian and I went to the hospital to speak with the doctor in charge of the NICU and our children. He is really a nice man and you can tell he loves what he does. Brian did not get to see the girls because it was not visiting time, but luckily the doctor was available so we did not have to wait long. The girls are doing great by the way and are both over 4lbs now. So I tell him (the doctor) all the stuff I have been going through with the administration. He is totally understanding and knows how badly we want to get the girls and take them home as soon as possible. He says he will talk to administration and see about getting them into the ward and out of NICU and we should have an answer by this afternoon.

Meanwhile, our personal Embassy Angel Suzanne, calls me to let me know that the Consular General of the whole embassy signed a letter to the hospital requesting the hospital clear up all the confusion with the birth certificates immediately. The hospital responds to this letter by informing the US Embassy that they will defer to the judgement of the Municipality (Local Government). So Brian and I go about our day thinking that until this afternoon nothing is going to really move in the way of our kids. We are just hoping to get them out of the ICU.

We got a call from Suzanne around 4:30 pm and she said she had contacted the representative from the Municipality and explained the urgency of the situation. The Representative suggested a meeting at the hospital for that day to clear up all the confusion. Next thing I know we are rushing over to the hospital in case they need anything from us and we wait. Forty five minutes later Suzanne comes out of the elevator and she is beaming. We have success! The Municipality agrees with us and with a little bit of paperwork our girls will finally be officially Switzers! (They always were and always will be but having all the official paperwork is a big plus!) So here is hoping there are no more hurdles to overcome and we will be on our way home soon!!!!! Keep checking back for more pictures!!!!!

Lisa

Totally Exhausted.

So I am totally extactic when Brian gets here. He loved his sign and I really enjoyed making it for him. So he gets here, gets a quick shower and then it off to see the girls. He kept a smile on his face and a friendly tone. Of course the doctors and nurses were curious to see him. I have told them all about my wonderful husband who wont be pleased about not being able to hold his daughters. But Brian was on his best behavior so I think they were a bit relieved. His look of awe was priceless. I am so used to the girls and how small they are but he was shocked. Now I know you have heard all this in Brian’s last post but what comes next is the new part.

We go grab some lunch at a very good Indian Restaurant called Moti Mahal.

The food was fantastic and Brian got some more of the local beer that he loves so much. We get back to the hotel and in a matter of 15 minutes I go from feeling perfectly fine to fever and chills like I have never had before. Brian said I was burning to the touch. He made me take a cool shower and even that didnt help. I spiked up to 103. and finally started going down from there. I know it was just the weeks of stress and pushing myself with little or no sleep while worrying about my girls. Once Brian got here, my body just let go. Thankfully I broke my fever this morning and with another good night’s rest I should be back in fighting shape. Because of the fever I did not get to see the girls today. Brian went back for me and got to see Kelsey eating. She had her eyes open as was looking right at him. I so sorry I missed that. But there are so many things that he missed that I have seen and experienced that I was glad he had that moment.

Hopefully we will have some good news about the girls soon.

Take care!

Lisa

I made it!!

Leaving San Antonio, there was a 2 hour delay as Newark had no place for us to land. So belly, meet bar! When we did finally take off, we held over D.C. for an hour, then made our approach into Newark. Once in Newark, after our plane getting hit by lightning, and several other “thumb inserted into certain orrifice” moments, I had a 15 hour layover in Newark. We were supposed to leave Newark at 830pm Saturday..We left at 9am or so on Sunday.

Not Happy…

When I arrived in India, I made my way through immigration easy enough, but in customs, after getting my checked baggage which included 2 car seats, I was told that I was over my dollar limit as to what I could bring into India. after being led to some small office, away from everyone, I was told it would be $50 US for the extras. I asked for a receipt and he told me if I get a receipt it would be $100 US.. Fleeced, for sure, and I will tell the Embassy when we see them today.. But hey, I’m here to see my 3 girls!

When I walked out of the terminal, there was Lisa holding a sign for me.

We get to the hotel, I grab a shower, because I’m sure I reeked of airport floor from sleeping in Newark.. and I go see my babies. I was not prepared for just how small they are. I have to view them through a window and their tiny heads are no bigger than my fist. I was worried, because normally a baby that small would be sickly, but Lisa assured me that are healthy and fiesty. I believe her.

So while the twins are in the NICU, I can only see them through glass for 4 minutes a day. I’ll take it for now. We were told that they are going to try to move them into a regular room in the next couple of days. Then I can finally hold my baby girls.

Internet is sporadic at best, but I’ll try to keep the updates coming.

I leave tomorrow!! YAY!!

Ok, so I have packed up tons o’s stuff for the girls. I still need to buy a second carseat and some disposable bottle liners, but other than that, I’m ready to go. Our good friend/dog/housesitter/ Mel came by with her friend Debbie last night. They are staying at the house while we are gone, and I’m so grateful they could do it. We have two mini-schnauzers that I don’t think would have done well in a boarding place. I’m sure they would have felt abandoned. Our boys, Buster and Cody, thrive on attention and they have known Melody for the better part of three years. Thanks Again Mel!! Enjoy the Wii!

Lisa, just 24 hours till I’m on that plane… I can’t wait.

Our journey to start a family is quickly coming to an end, but a whole new journey is going to begin. The journey of raising these two precious little ones. Watching them discover, and learn and grow is going to be the most exciting thing ever in my life. I’ve said it before and I’ll always believe it. If I turn out to be half as good to my children that my parents were to me, my girls will be very happy. And if Lisa is as good a Mom as hers has been, well, the girls will just explode. How much love can one child absorb?

Keep an eye out on this site in the coming days and weeks as the number of pictures and stories of a first time parent blessed with “Double Trouble” will increase. It won’t be full of boring minute details, but rather the stories of how the girls adapt, learn and grow in their new world. I predict great things for these two.

Until India, I’m out…

Brian

 

 

You Have to Love Continental!

Continental was able to squeeze me onto a flight on Saturday, a full day earlier than was originally scheduled. So girls, Daddy’s coming!! Can’t wait to see ya’ll!

Thank you Sandy! You were awesome!!

Continental has re-vamped the planes that fly between NJ and Mumbai. They now have a huge selection of movies on demand as well as TV shows on demand. Lisa tells me you can even set up a jukebox list of music from the in-flight entertainment . Thank you Continental for the change. Being at the mercy of the old in-flight system made for long flights if the movie was bad. Good move on ya’lls part!!

 

More pics..

I promise, we will have more pictures more often when I arrive.

Look at these cheeks!! Don’t ya wanna just pinch ‘em?

This is Ms. Kelsey

 

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The Nursery is Complete!

Well, I got it done. I spent 2 full days building my babies their nursery. And to break my own arm patting myself on the back..it is gorgeous..It’s no “Father of the Bride part 2″ nursery, but for what I had to work with, it is perfect. I am not telling Lisa any details about the nursery.. NO details, got it?? I did shoot a video of it and will happily share the link via email. But no one is to tell Lisa any details. I have never been able to hold a secret from Lisa. Christmas Gifts, Birthday gifts, I could never resist either giving it to her early, or hounding her by asking “want to know what it is?” or “want a hint?” until she gave in.

But this one, I’m keeping. I want her first look at the nursery to be the final realization that we have our babies, they are home, and we are a family.

I sat in the nursery last night for over an hour and imagined our babies at home, and their maturing to toddlers, thier first crawling, first steps, etc.. It really tugged on the heartstrings and made me realize exactley what we have done. And I couldn’t be happier. Lisa had often worried that I was less than excited about this whole process, that I was only going through the motions. And for a small bit, it was true. We had failed so many times, that my heart just wasn’t up to more disappointment, or to seeing my beautiful wife hurt like she would when we had a negative result to an attempt to get pregnant. It’s not fun to see someone you love deal with the pain of knowing she can’t carry children.

Well Lisa, honey, we did it. And I am bursting with excitement and joy. I love you, I miss you and will see you soon. I’m proud of us. From what you’ve told me of our daughters, we done good!

Brian

Update: I asked Susan, my wonderful co-worker, if it was fair to keep the nursery from Lisa. And she said that Lisa has been gone for over a week, has been living in a hotel and could probably use a little piece of home. And I think she is right. So here is the nursery, for all to see. Lisa, I hope you like it. I’m sure Riley and Kelsey will feel right at home in it.

Our Nursery

So much for will power, ‘eh? I melted faster than a sno-cone in July…

 

 

Hello Rotunda!

So I think I have been a bit remiss in thanking the good people of Rotunda Clinic. My physician Dr. Allahbadia and his Director, Dr. Kudam have been outstanding in their personal commitment to my children and myself.

When my surrogate started hemorrhaging, he sent over his personal car to get her and started making calls immediately to ensure that she would go to a closer private hospital than the one intended (the original hospital was at least an hour away) and his doing this honors me. The hospital that my surrogate went to is not one that Dr. Allahbadia has privilege at, yet he knew this is what was best for my babies and my surrogate. I appreciate his sacrifice in the matter greatly.

Dr. Kudam has also done great things for us, she has been helping me get all the required paperwork together for the hospital and the embassy. This is no easy task but she always greets me with a smile and a truly positive presence that inspires me to keep my chin up.

All of the staff at Rotunda have been supportive and concerned for everyone’s welfare, and I know that with all the ups and downs of this journey, that our choice of Rotunda is the best.

Till later tonight,

 

Lisa

It’s Official..

Monsoon season has begun. I was just speaking to Lisa when the power went out due to the rains. And that’s okay, these things happen, but what’s worse is even though it’s raining, it’s still hot. So poor Lisa is in a dark hotel room, with a dead laptop battery, and no A/C. I am truly sorry that I’m not there to suffer with you sweetheart.. I will bring candles and a deck of cards with me when I arrive.

Monsoon Babies

So it was another good day on the baby front. Our little angels are improving each day and becoming more atune to me as mommy. I sing to them albeit badly, but they dont mind. It gets them used to my voice. My fiesty girls do not like the bonnets that the hospital puts on their heads and so they are constantly wiggling or pulling at the strings to get those pesky bonnets off. Well the nurses made them a hat out of guaze and now my little girls have turbans!!!!! They are so freaking adorable. I want to keep one to embarrass my girls with when they get to be dating age. Hee Hee….

On the administrative front, some progress has been made, the paperwork that the hospital has asked for has been turned in and the US Embassy has called the hospital to see if they are needed in this situation. Thank you US Embassy!! The hospital says it has what papers were asked for and will be reviewing them and responding soon. I can only hope that we can move forward from here.

I spoke to one of the neonatalogists attending my girls and she said that one of the reasons this is happening  is that this particular hospital is very strict with paperwork. Another reason mentioned is that there are stories of western couples buying babies and the administrators do not want to be any part of that. I can understand that. But then again I am willing to take the tests to prove I am the mother of my children if that is what is required.

Till next time!

 

Lisa

Today’s update (and a few more pics!!)

They have moved the feeding tubes from the twins mouths to their nose. This will prevent any irritation in their little mouths and allow them to learn to swallow. They are both very pink and have started trying to open their eyes. I am crushed that I’m missing all of these small steps that the girls are accomplishing, but I will be there in just over a week. If I could leave today..I’d bounce outta here in a heartbeat!

Here a few pictures Lisa snapped. Don’t worry, the girls are fine, I promise..

These are all of Riley..

Look how tiny she is compared to Lisa’s hand. It really puts their sizes into perspective.

Sleeping peacefully..

How cute is that tiny little foot?!?!

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A Word from India (Lisa Here)

So today has been a good day. Today I helped feed Riley for the first time and got to burp her. She and her sister are so beautiful and both have completely different temperaments.  Riley is quiet and rarely gets out of sorts. Even when she is bothered, she merely squeaks a bit and then settles down. Kelsey on the other hand is more about getting the attention and if waving hands and feet don’t get it then wailing does. She likes to make noise and get noticed.

I know most babies have blue eyes but today I got to see our daughter’s blue eyes trying to focus on me. Kelseys are bright light blue and Riley’s are darker blue. I cannot wait till they start staying awake more so we can interact. Just holding them is amazing, they are so small but so feisty in their own way. Both are doing excellent for their 31 week debut.

I must say here and now that even though there have been complications with the administration of the hospital, the doctors and nurses have been excellent and so compassionate.  I know my babies are in good hands medically.

Brian went out tonight and got congratulated by all his friends and got to unwind. I have to admit, I was jealous. Then he reminded me that I got to hold our girls and love on them. He was right, I got the better end of the bargain. I wish he would get here. I miss him and I feel like he is missing so much even though our girls are in the NICU. He is my rock, he keeps me calm when my world feels like chaos. Right now my world is chaos and I feel a bit lost without him. Funny part is that anyone who knows Brian, knows he is not a calm guy. But when I need him he is. 

I will know more tomorrow about the hospital and what they will allow with us. I am hoping that with the letters and official requests they will allow us to move forward and claim our girls.

 

Lisa

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We are on track to coming home

Lisa has been running rampant getting the appropriate paperwork completed to bring the babies home. I speak to her daily, as much as I can and she sounds just exhausted. But she is thoroughly enjoying the time she gets to spend with Riley and Kelsey. I am so jealous of her right now.

We are on track to arrive around the 1st of July. I am sure we are going to be mobbed by friends and family visiting and we look forward to it. This has been a long road, an incredible journey and we really want to share it with every one. There have been so many friends and family members hoping and praying for us, that I really am touched. Those that have taken an interest in our story have really been a blessing and I am sure these girls will not want for love or attention.

The hospital that Lisa is going to start working for when we return have been most understanding and told Lisa that her new job is waiting, “go get your babies”. How cool is that? The company I work for (I am a contractor) have told me the same. Both of our positions are being held for us and both companies have been extremely accomodating. I thank them profusely!!

To all of you, I give you my most sincere appreciation.

Humbly,

Brian

A quick word about accommodations..

Lisa is staying at the same hotel we stayed at on our first trip. The Executive Enclave in Bandra West. This is a quaint hotel with one of the best staffs we have ever dealt with. If any thing goes wrong, they bend over backwards to make it right asap. The rooms are clean, the TV channels plentiful, and have many many English language channels. Funny thing is that HBO movies….have commercials! I was surprised but I get it. The mini-fridge is stocked with all kinds of goodies and are priced pretty cheaply. The Internet access is fast and dependable, although not free. You can buy a 24 hour Internet access card for just a few dollars.

And the free breakfast is amazing. In the States you get a bagel, or some fruit and coffee/OJ. 

At the Executive Enclave you get hot, fresh food. The samosas are awesome, and the chef will cook you a made to order omelet or eggs. The eating area is decorated like a very nice restaurant, not just stuck in the lobby area like a hotel would in the States. 

You can hire a car and driver for 8 hours. An English speaking driver will pick you up, take you where ever you want to go, wait for you at each destination and bring you back to the hotel. Cost for 8 hours? About 40 dollars, plus tip. You cannot beat that!

Lisa and I have recommended this hotel to several people that were going to Mumbai and will continue to do so.

The girls are doing well..

Both Riley and Kelsey are doing well, they are taking to food and gaining weight. Riley was under an oxygen tent since she was born, but only because her O2 sats were a bit lower than we would like. But she no longer need the tent and has joined her sister as a regular in Lisa arms. I cannot wait to get there.