March 21
March 21
Our coordinator called early this morning to tell us that he’d made arrangements with the orphanage director so that we could keep Vasya and Julia overnight. So at 2pm our driver arrived and we went to the orphanage to get them. They packed a few things in a plastic bag and we were off. We stopped at the Gross Market for some more food and then it was back to the flat.
We’d purchased a small basketball hoop that hangs over a door a few days ago and they both really enjoyed playing with that and watching some videos. We walked to Damdez for supper and they seemed to enjoy that too. Our kids were the only children there – families do not seem to go out for dinner here.
We stopped on the way home to purchase a cake (tort) for the New Year celebration. It looks delicious but we were too stuffed to eat it so we’re saving it for tomorrow.
Vasya wanted to type when we got back so we pulled up the translation software and had a nice chat. They were curious about school in Colorado. After about 30 minutes of questions and answers, we decided to play a computer game.
When it was time for bed, we planned to put Vasya and Julia on the bunk beds and Brooke and Paige on the couch. But Julia really wanted to sleep with Brooke so we pulled the mattresses off the bunk beds and put everyone in the living room. After many “Ya Lublue Tebas” (I love yous) everyone was tucked in for the night.
It was the first of many challenging days and evenings without an interpreter, but with the dictionary, the translation software and charades, we made it through.
Wendy
Our coordinator called early this morning to tell us that he’d made arrangements with the orphanage director so that we could keep Vasya and Julia overnight. So at 2pm our driver arrived and we went to the orphanage to get them. They packed a few things in a plastic bag and we were off. We stopped at the Gross Market for some more food and then it was back to the flat.
We’d purchased a small basketball hoop that hangs over a door a few days ago and they both really enjoyed playing with that and watching some videos. We walked to Damdez for supper and they seemed to enjoy that too. Our kids were the only children there – families do not seem to go out for dinner here.
We stopped on the way home to purchase a cake (tort) for the New Year celebration. It looks delicious but we were too stuffed to eat it so we’re saving it for tomorrow.
Vasya wanted to type when we got back so we pulled up the translation software and had a nice chat. They were curious about school in Colorado. After about 30 minutes of questions and answers, we decided to play a computer game.
When it was time for bed, we planned to put Vasya and Julia on the bunk beds and Brooke and Paige on the couch. But Julia really wanted to sleep with Brooke so we pulled the mattresses off the bunk beds and put everyone in the living room. After many “Ya Lublue Tebas” (I love yous) everyone was tucked in for the night.
It was the first of many challenging days and evenings without an interpreter, but with the dictionary, the translation software and charades, we made it through.
Wendy
posted by The Petersons at 7:27 PM
6 Comments:
Wendy and Russ,
We are so glad that you were able to have Julia and Jack to your appartment.Looked like a slumber party to me.
How long do you think you will be there? Is the paper work completed?
Love and Prayers
Mom and Dad
Hey guys
what happened to the link to Brooke and Paige's blogs? I don't see them anymore.
Ryan Flanders
Hi! youall. Sounds like everyone is doing very well. I have been reading everyday and have tried to write a comment but I don't think I am getting through. Maybe this time.How far do you have to walk to get to the restaurant? Will you get to have julia and Vasya stay with you now? We LOVE you all. Can't wait to see you. Hugs, Mom&Dad
Wendy and Russ, wow how has your time flown by. Not much being said on the Taraz list so I thought I would catch up with your blog. The kids seem great and I am thrilled they let you take the kids to your apartment over night. I hope your court hearing is still scheduled for the 23 since it is the 22nd here. I hope for some crazy reason the judge might grant you a waiver of the waiting period. Those kids need to get home and learn about CO and your town, and your family. The bonding process is so artificial compared to when they finally set foot into your house and realize they have so much freedom compared to the orphanage.
Love,
Gail Daras
Momma to a Taraz sweetie
Tyrone, GA
Wendy and Russ and family, Hi from Gap. Pa. I have been following your days. I wish the very best for all of you and hope to be able to meet Julia and Jack soon. Take care and remember you are always in our prayers. Janet
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