Today was an exciting day. We went to the NAC and saw the counselor from our last visit. She showed us the pictures again (and yes, they were just as cute and precious as we remembered) and we were able to get the information about the kids and their history. It seems that they have placed Elizabeth in a different orphanage. They are about 45 minutes apart. I have to say we were pretty sad when we heard this. It may also be a bit “dicey” (as Aunt Char says) when it comes to the paper work, etc. We met a few Americans today. They were all really nice and one of them are actually going to be close to where we will be. That would be nice to have someone to hang out with while we are here.
We were then hoping that our paper work would be finished after lunch so we could literally “hop” on the train and go where the kids are but unfortunately, they did not. Today is a “school” holiday here and all the kids started the school year. It was very neat to see the children in front of their schools all dressed up and singing songs. It is a yearly celebration. Many buildings closed early including the NAC. While we were leaving, there were a few rumors flying around about how much time families would have to stay due to a new movement within the adoption realm of Ukraine. Kostya is going to research this tonight and we will have more information. We will give you all the scoop as soon as we know. Please pray for us to have patience and to be refreshed. Especially for tomorrow and the many things we will have to do. I know I must be suffering from jet lag as I feel my head could hit the key board at any time. Whew, it feels like someone hammered me in the head. Jeff was the “bobble head” last night and tonight must be my turn – or it might be the chair……
Anyway, my family and friends, as I said in a prior email, this time is a bit harder for us. We sure do appreciate your prayers and continuing to hold us up. Justin and Jacob, we love you so much! I am sending you both kisses and hugs and a “shark attack” (private family joke – ‘attaka akuliy’) for each of you from Dad and me. Night, night and God bless!
3 Comments:
Jen and Jeff,
So glad to hear you arrived safely. We have been thinking of you so much and hope your trip continues to go smoothly. I am can't wait to hear more about the children and their background. Thanks for the update. We love you! Char, Andy, Cori & Chris
By Anonymous, at 4:13 PM
Jeff and Jenny,
I am so glad to hear you got there safely. I am so sorry I didn't call before you left. Things here are really bad. Katrina is unlike anything I have ever experienced. Though we only received wind and rain during the initial storm, the number of people that have fled to Houston is in the hundreds of thousands. I'll fill you in on the details later. You guys are in my prayers, and I can't wait to see pictures. I am so proud of you. I hope the children you bring home will know how lucky they are to have you guys as their parents. I still can't believe you didn't let the boys come stay with me. I did so well at the beach.
Sally
By Anonymous, at 10:03 PM
Jeff and Jenny,
Been following your wonderful experience and am so happy for you and your family. Looking forward to hearing from Jeff first hand when he gets back to work at New River. All's well here at MATSS but we miss having your expertise nearby.
The kids are adorable and I know they will make wonderful additions to your family and our eastern Carolina community. God Speed.
Barry Fetzer
By Anonymous, at 9:53 AM
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