Families are staying in the same apartment complex. sharing a unique bond. >> of course, we all kind of go up and down, as to be expected and say, we can do this. even now, although things have calmed down, we still don't know when we're going back. >> reporter: for now beverly clings to the comforts and memories of her distant home. >> i want to go back really badly. but, doesn't mean i don't want to be here pip just want to be able to say good-bye. >> reporter: many families like the dempseys are just waiting for official word as to when they can return to their homes in egypt. but right now...