Hi,
We stopped by the internet cafe so we figured we would drop a short post before heading back to see the boys.
We were with them this morning from 10-11:30. Once again they were all smiles and happy to see us. The caretakers there keep telling them that we are their mamma and pappa so they are getting used to that idea - we think!!
This morning we brought them a blow up beach ball and one sippy cup with water. The one sippy cup was a mistake as these boys are not yet in tune with the idea of sharing!! Subsequent tantrums ensued and well we'll leave it at that.
Olga was our paparrazi this morning and will be again this afternoon. The orphanage requires 12 pictures of us and the boys "having fun" together. This should be no problem at all. Olga took a picture of Yevgen doing a faceplant in the grass to the horror of Andrea standing behind him. By the look on Andrea's face (in the picture) you would think the boy tumbled off of the Grand Canyon or something!! Quite funny - you'll see once we are allowed to post the pictures.
Not much else for now - we are going to stop at a kid's clothing store along the way back to the O. We think the boys are between a 2T and 3T. Closer to 2T if you ask me - especially Yevgen. They are going to grow fast once we get them home and start getting some quality nutrition into their bellies - once again like pappa!!
We did meet a couple from Winnipeg who are adopting a single boy from the same orphanage. They have had a helluva time - now entering their seventh week in UK. Canadian requirements are stricter than US standards so that may have something to do with it - we are just hopeful things keep flowing smoothly for us.
Next time we speak we will introduce you to some of the people we have encountered - we have some funny stories and things to tell.
Talk to you later - it is great hearing from all who have commented back!! Keep them coming.
C&A
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It sounds like things are going as well as possible. It is amazing how fast things seem to be moving. I can't wait see all the pictures. Still trying to imagine the bonnets the boys have been wearing.
Chris sounds like some of your concerns about the food and internet access are not as bad as you thought they were going to be.
Still really enjoying reading all of the frequent updates and all of the detail. I hope you two are having fun amidst all the procedural pressures of the process!
Hi guys -
Good to hear more from you! So glad that you're taking the time to keep us posted. It means a lot!
The boys sound like tons of fun...and very sweet. Can't wait to see them.
Take care.
~Ecka
I saw on the news this morning that there's trouble brewing in the Ukraine - political turmoil. I hope to goodness it doesn't have any impact on the adoption process ...
Can't wait to hear more stories about you and the boys, and descriptions of their personalities. Keep 'em coming !!
...craving new info. here!!! How are things going?
I hit a great yard sale today and
got some really fun stuff...
That's all I'm saying.
How's it feel to wait? (ha ha!)
Can't wait for next post!
Beth and Gang <><
Pray for Cait, she heads back to
Texas tomorrow afternoon (Monday)
God Bless.
That is soooo awesome!!...can't wait to see the pics! I am so happy and proud for you both! Your planning and persistance has been a blessing and having Olga sounds so smart. Make sure you guys are taking care of yourselves as well...just in case you are there for awhile. What are your eating arrangements...are you buying groceries or eating in restaurants? Do they let you see where the boys live? How are the people you come across while in public? Do the boys have any particular interests? Shirly stood up in front of Church today during the moment of sharing(unbeknownst to me) and told an emotional version of your journey and for everyone to keep you in their hearts and prayers! ...the point being is we are all with you during your journey!
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