Email Update from Wednesday, March 28, 2007

It's been a long time in the making...about 4 years to be exact (or seven depending on who you talk to), but it came down to one very important ceremony last Wednesday as Edgar was sworn in as a US citizen! In a true court proceeding, a State District Judge swore in 2165 individuals from 116 different countries to make them American citizens, and of course our wonderful Edgar was among them. I was truly amazed at how they made a very routine procedure, one that happens every other month, very special for everyone involved. The Berry Center was probably 3/4 full of prospective citizens and their families and everyone was allowed to sit together, so i got to be right next to my husband as he raised his right hand and took the oath. I would like to send a special thanks to my mom and dad who made the trip to Houston to be with us...it really meant alot to Edgar to have them there for support.

Our neighbors in Cypress threw Edgar a fabulous BBQ that evening and it was great to see everyone again. Edgar even had a flag cake and Blue Bell ice cream (i miss that ice cream).

We are now back in London adjusting to the time zone once again...Edgar is better at that than I am...I still want to fall asleep at 3am! While we were away, London switched over to "summer time" so we are again with a 6 hour time difference. It is beautiful here right now...perfect tempurature...the tulips and daffodils are blooming...and the sun is shining brightly.

Hope everyone is doing well!