It is that time of year where we think about our time in Ukraine in 2010. We were just meeting our kids and getting to know them two years ago this month. I have been reading my blog entries from each day and remembering what it was like for us and what we were feeling during different moments of our trip. Every time I reread our blog, I get such a longing for Ukraine. I don't know if we just really love Ukraine because it is where our kids are from or not, but we really truly love that country, its culture, and its people. I sincerely miss being there and our experiences. I know we had it easier than others had on their adoption, but I really feel something special for Ukraine. I kinda even miss the whole craziness of the adoption process. Not certain if we will do it again....but we might once Jeff finishes school. Last night, I was looking at pictures of Ukraine, and the children in some orphanages posted by other people, and I just want to weep. I don't know what God has in store or in the plans for us once Jeff finishes bible college, but I am fairly certain we haven't see the last of Ukraine!
On another note, the kids started another year of school today. They are both going to school where I work, and I am SOOO happy about it! It was so great going into the lunchroom to see how their day was going or peeking into their classrooms to watch them with their peers. Leeza is a first grader, and Zhenya is in 5th grade. They were both pretty excited after school about the incentives and other things we do in the school. I am very excited about their teachers! It certainly helps when you work in a school to get the teacher you want!! I work in a great school that really works toward meeting the needs of all students, so I feel like this is going to be a great year for both of them even without ESL support!!
Here they are this morning, ready to go!
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