I guess that I will start today with the weather. It is mostly unchanging even from night to day: Sometimes sunny, sometimes cloudy, but always about the same temperature, 40 degrees. We have only had 1-2 days of rain, but the streets become very muddy with just a little rain.. The women here are beautiful and if she is less than 50 years old, she dresses for style, not for warmth. I do not know how they wear those pencil-thin heels all day!!! Even capris are popular worn with thigh-high boots.
Yesterday, we had permission to take the 2 kids from the orphanage and they decided to go ice skating. It surprised me that they have never been. SV was a natural, K’s little legs were everywhere and she spent most of the time holding on to the side. We all had so much fun. It costs about $5.00 for children and $6.00 for adults. Bobby and I are fortunate to get off the ice with no broken bones!! When I was putting on my skates, I told K and SV that I had not ice skated in so long that I would probably break my leg. My wise daughter replied, “Maybe you should not go out there then”. I didn’t know that I was going to break my back instead by holding her up the entire hour.
We then went to the store to try to find a pair of pants and shoes for each child. We had one episode of pouting for each child when SV wanted a sword and K. wanted a pair of jean capris. It was over quickly but we were unable to find clothes for either child in this particular store, so we will try another store tomorrow. We did buy SV a remote-controlled jeep and K. a baby doll. When we got back to the apartment, K gave the baby a bath, along with the entire bathroom and den. The baby will be leaking water for weeks!!! We made the kids take a shower. SV stated that he had just had one on Sunday, but quickly got his clothes together when we told him that his feet stink. He then said that they would get a bath tonight and the “Americans” can bathe in the morning. He doesn’t realize that in just a few short days, he will also be one of us.
We are so fortunate to have Denis living with us as he is able to translate for us and is also teaching English to the kids along the way. He is also teaching them how to ask for things politely. The kids are very polite most of the time and want to learn, which is very encouraging for us.
Tomorrow is the big day: Court at 10am. We know that you are keeping us in your prayers and appreciate every one of them!!!
Yesterday, we had permission to take the 2 kids from the orphanage and they decided to go ice skating. It surprised me that they have never been. SV was a natural, K’s little legs were everywhere and she spent most of the time holding on to the side. We all had so much fun. It costs about $5.00 for children and $6.00 for adults. Bobby and I are fortunate to get off the ice with no broken bones!! When I was putting on my skates, I told K and SV that I had not ice skated in so long that I would probably break my leg. My wise daughter replied, “Maybe you should not go out there then”. I didn’t know that I was going to break my back instead by holding her up the entire hour.
We then went to the store to try to find a pair of pants and shoes for each child. We had one episode of pouting for each child when SV wanted a sword and K. wanted a pair of jean capris. It was over quickly but we were unable to find clothes for either child in this particular store, so we will try another store tomorrow. We did buy SV a remote-controlled jeep and K. a baby doll. When we got back to the apartment, K gave the baby a bath, along with the entire bathroom and den. The baby will be leaking water for weeks!!! We made the kids take a shower. SV stated that he had just had one on Sunday, but quickly got his clothes together when we told him that his feet stink. He then said that they would get a bath tonight and the “Americans” can bathe in the morning. He doesn’t realize that in just a few short days, he will also be one of us.
We are so fortunate to have Denis living with us as he is able to translate for us and is also teaching English to the kids along the way. He is also teaching them how to ask for things politely. The kids are very polite most of the time and want to learn, which is very encouraging for us.
Tomorrow is the big day: Court at 10am. We know that you are keeping us in your prayers and appreciate every one of them!!!
8 comments:
I can wait to see how the kids react to a home, neighborhood, more kids etc. What a huge surprise for them. Good luck on shopping today. Glad they are having a heads-up on English, it will very important to them in the near future. Kim, Katie took most of the prize money home from Bunko.
Love your notes and keep them coming. God Bless!
Hey guys- blessings! We are praying for you and loving hearing about what God is up to in your life. Looking forward to a reunion soon!
Chris and Vickie
We are enjoying keeping up with you guys, and are praying for you! Take Care! Brandi E.
What a beautiful picture! Ya'll look like you are having so much fun!
Bowling, ice-skating...just think of all the fun you guys are going to be having for a very long time. I think it's good that they have already started limit testing! And even better that they didn't get their way!
It seems like things are moving rather quickly. Since I haven't been living in the real world lately, it seems to me like you just left.
Jacob has a diagnosis. Now we need a good doctor in B-ham. Hurry home so that you can help with that.
I miss you guys. Can't wait until you're home!
I've been following along - we brought our daughter home in Feb 06. Praying for peace for you, especially as you must leave two precious children behind.
Hi Kim, We just wanted to say Hi and let you both know we are all praying for you all. I have made a book and I make copies of your emails so that everyone can keep up with what is going on there. Even Virgina the house super reads it when she makes her rounds. Keep up the Emails. We love them.
You are all in our prayers...
All of us on 7-main...
Kim and Bobby-
We are enjoying reading about your adventures, and are praying that God would reveal His plan clearly to yall. Looking forward to hearing about your court experience!
Love-The Hennesys
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