Damp, misty, and 38 degrees today. We're still hanging out w/ V. Lots of Uno and Rummykub. He's listening to Todd's iPod and singing along very loudly. Went back to videogame palace and McD's. He's very happy, but it's boring at our one-room apartment! We rode the Metro / subway with V's help. It seemed clean and nice, but I hear that it is a crush of humanity on weekdays.
Yesterday, he had a mini-pouty, hissy-fit about wanting a new cell phone despite the fact that it would't work in the US anyway. It hit Todd and I that the challenge of this whole thing has just begun. It kind of reminded me of the feeling when couples have an argument on the honeymoon. "Oh yeah. This is what's it's really like. What on earth have we done?" But then, it blows over, and we laugh again and play more Uno, draw some pictures, and I think how lucky I am to know this guy.
We're hoping for news about our court date tomorrow. Write us an email or comment, please!!! We're pretty bored over here! (Although I just finished Kite Runner and Jesus land right in a row. Both really good, incredibly similarly themed books. There's a literature 101 assignment in the making! Now, I'm trudging through Ken Follet's Pillars of the Earth, and disliking it, but I suppose I might as well finish it.)
Back to more Uno! We miss Jake terribly!
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Robin, can't wait to see you there soon! I read Pillars this summer. I agree that some of the beginning parts are aweful, but about half way thru I got into the characters and liked it a lot. It's a good thick book to keep you busy. I'm glad you time is going well over there. I'll see you soon,
Stephanie Phillips
Cell phone? It sounds like you are getting an initial glimpse of the joys of the teen years. Hold onto you hats that one is a joy even without the language and adoption issues. If anyone can do it, however, I'm sure it is you guys. I can tell from what I have read that you will be great parents for Vadim. Boredom is difficult. Reading and games help but they are just a distraction. Conversation and writing are the key.
OOPS - I can't spell. Sorry and I can't fix it. :) Have a great day. Good luck tomorrow!
Hi, guys ! I can not even imagine how hard it must be for you right now, language barrier, cultural differences and etc. But I know you can do it, it's not going to be easy, but the love you have for V is bigger than any obstacle. And don't forget you have all of us here to help when you get back. I want you to know that I will be there for you, whether it's a homework, a play date or just a conversation, you can count on me.
Stay positive !
Oksana.
Robin and Todd,
I'm bringing some books, so maybe we can trade. I remember P wanting a certain MP3 player, but it had to be charged with a computer, so we didn't purchase it. I remember him pouting in Target, but it was over quickly.
You will get to practice teen parenting on V, so you will be pros for Jake's teen years.
Anna saw Jake at church today. I missed it. We would be happy to stop in to pick up items from Jake. Let me know if you need anything.
Julie
Well, don't let the damp weather mess with your mood! It's not sunny every day no matter where you are and the tiff over the cell phone proves that! So amazing though when you think that V is so completely comfortable that he's not afraid to "act out" a little with you! He's so ready! Love hearing all the details! Give him a hug for all of us here! We can't wait to see him! Hope your snazzy boots are keeping your tootsies warm!
Hi Robin!
God is building character in you right now! He built character in me for 5 weeks we were in Ukraine in 2006 and then the 6.5 weeks I was there last year. Hang in there! You're only 1 week into your adoption - it will get a lot harder. Once you come home, you will view EVERYTHING in life differtly having gone through the inconviences you are experiencing. You will appreciate the smallest of things in your home and daily lives that you never would have given a second thought to prior to your adoption trip! I wanted to call you today, but we just got home from church and it's already 10:15 there so I'll have to wait until tomorrow. We are praying for you!
Laurel
Bored - really???? Just kidding!! :) I remember that feeling well. Just think of being on bedrest during a pregnancy! Enjoy your company arriving in just a few days! Talked to Sasha today. She sounds great - MUST HAVE a cell phone. She says she's the "only kid in the orphanage" without them. So it's good to know that some things are the same no matter where teenagers are living.
Oh- and I was really glad the the naked guy in the river was NOT Todd - that would have made a good story though! XO
Hey Robin. It strikes me as I write these comments and check your blog + the Peery's blog that I don't even KNOW you guys!! Isn't that just the way the Lord connects people though, through His love? I feel like I'm in training for our experience, and these blogs and your experiences are a training guide of sorts. I'm learning so much from you guys. So, keep sharing and know you are being an inspiration and example to those of us who are preparing! I'm praying for you! Love, Jenny
Robin,
Need anything? (other than Jake...can't fit him into a suitcase but I would try to get him there for you if I could!) Let me know. We'll be there on Wednesday! We'll have lots of books and can trade with you. Love the comments and photos. We are all ready to be there! Janis
we're praying for you guys...hope you're staying warm and enjoying the time you're having with Vadim. Can't wait for you to get him back, though.
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