Yesterday was another great visit with our lil guy. He was excited to see us and was quick to begin playing with us. I think he knows all of the right things to do to find a place in Justin’s heart. Today he took the little tape measure we brought to measure him with and went around the room measuring everything. Justin thinks he holds the tape measurer as well as Grandpa Critter does – lol. He then found two toys to be his hammer and screwdriver and he went around ‘fixing’ things. You could tell Justin was quite proud of his skills. Lana and Irena (our interpreter and coordinator) tell us that Justin has golden hands. When you can build and fix things and do many different types of tasks you have golden hands.
During the visit we were more rambunctious in our style of play. We played a hide-n-seek type game and he got to ride on Justin’s shoulders. He began to laughing so hard – a true belly laugh. I hope that I got some of it on video. We haven’t had time to check it out yet. Today we go for our fourth visit and will have to tell them whether or not we accept the referral. We have found tremendous peace in our decision that this little guy is exactly who God had intended to be a part of our family. We think that Brady and Madison will adore him and that he will love them even more in return. So just as we have begun to get attached and allowing our hearts to soften it is almost time to go. I knew this was going to be the hard part. I have been told that it would be, but until you experience it yourself you have no idea how hard it is. I will say though that his baby home is very clean and the ladies that work there truly care for the children. I have no doubt in my mind that he will be cared for while he waits for our return.
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We had the hardest time saying goodbye to our boys. We took comfort in the caring staff at the Artem baby home, knowing that Sergei would be well cared for until our return. We're so glad you guys have bonded and have had awesome visits with your little guy. You'll be in our prayers as you say goodbye! And we'll pray that they get you back there soon to bring him home! God bless!
How wonderful, I am so incredibly happy for you that things have fallen into place so well!
Just learned that you are on this exciting journey. Will be praying for all to go well for your whole family. God bless -- Colleen Carlson
Okay, I can't really see what I'm typing through the tears but I just wanted to let you guys know that our hearts are overjoyed for you! (and that's an understatement) We have had such a great time reading your daily entries and following what has been happening. Thank you for sharing it. We are praying that God gives you the strength to leave and the emotional connection for your lil' guy until you return.
We love you guys!
Just got caught up on your travels today. Sounds like an amazing experience. You have been in my thoughts and prayers so frequently over the last week. I am so happy for you all. Brady is doing great. He was very excited when he came in this morning because he had talked with you last night. He told me about the little guy up on Justin's shoulders. He said that he liked his dad's hair. We are doing a unit on technology in science and he shared with everyone how he talked with you and saw you on the web cam. Everyone thought that was so awesome. Brady just kept saying, "And they are half way around the world!" He has had a great week. Brought Little Debbie brownies for snack today, which were a big hit. He is a great kid. Happy and so well adjusted. Cheryn also says that he has had a great week in reading. Safe travels home. There is one little fella that will be soooo happy to see you. Blessings to you both. Lisa
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