Things in Ukraine and the adoption process are unpredictable at best. We woke up fully expecting to get possession of our children....but the inspector has to sign some papers in order for that to happen and she was in court all day..............so no kids yet. We did however get the passports applied for and got to take the kids into Nickolaev for that adventure. They were really good, though Leeza was REALLY scared to be in the car at first. We cuddled her and she claimed down. BUT it broke my heart to see the extreme look of fear on her face and the tears running down. It took all my strength not to cry too.
We made it to the passport office and she was frightened again at the men in uniform standing around...she was scared in the passport office, but the ladies there were very sweet to her. She was really only comfortable when she was in the car with us and her brother. Zhenya was a trooper. Nothing seems to phase him...I am certain it is due to his age and ability to understand what is going on.
After passports, we took them to the ONE place in Ukraine that was something American....McDonalds where they each got their first ever Happy Meal. Zhenya eats very little so he only ate half his burger. Leeza is an eater...she had chicken nuggets and ate most of it. Food costs shouldn't be too much at first since they eat so little.
So tonight we are back at the hotel we first stayed in here...because we HAD to have a hot shower. We haven't had a real shower in 12 days. We finally feel human again! The lady we stayed with was very sweet and it was nice and a blessing to have a real Ukrainian experience as well as save money on food and lodging for the last two weeks. She asked for our address so she can send us a New Year's card. We got her address as well. I plan to send her a picture of our first family photo. She didn't meet the kids. She took really great care of us while we were in her home. We gave her a scarf and her adult son who lives there some cologne as a parting gift. They were thrilled to receive them.
Tomorrow.....we should have the kids in our custody....I am hesitant to say that because you never know around here......
Passports should be here by Friday or Saturday and tomorrow we are rebooking our flights....trying to decide on the 15th or 16th. Medicals and visas at the US Consulate on HOPEFULLY Monday and Tuesday. If we decide to leave on the 16th it will be a safety measure for any unexpected events.....
Please keep praying, we REALLY REALLY need it.
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Saw on another blog that the US consulate is closed for 2 days for conferences. Maybe give yourself that extra day!
We just found out yesterday that Karen our youngest has brought us home some friends in her belly. So we are on medicine. They said it is the water in Balta. She eats very little and has not gained any weight in the 4 months we have had her. This is a side affect of the bugs. I would recommend having them checked as soon as you get home. Praying for them to come to live with y'all tomorrow. =)
Soon enough... and for now, I will continue to pray. For patience, finances, peace, and SPEED! Soon enough you will walk onto American soil as a family of FOUR!!!
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