Many of the boys hung out with us. The average age was 11 years. They want smiles, hugs and just to be noticed. They saw Dave give me a Listerine Breath Strip and the next thing you know they all wanted one. It was hysterical watching their reaction as they let it dissolve in their mouths! It was a big hit and Nicky pleaded with us to bring more with us tomorrow.
I was starting to get concerned because Elliott was still not back yet from going to see his sister, Roslanna. Then, out of nowhere, someone was tapping on my shoulder from behind and I turned around to see Elliott with a big smile! I screamed and he laughed! We were so happy that he returned safely. Nicky was like an appendage to his side, jumping on him and talking a mile a minute, telling him everything that had happened since he left! Elliott told us his sister signed a paper saying she had no objection to him being adopted, which made me feel both happy and sad. Roslanna is 4 years older than Elliott which is the same age difference between Tobi and Spencer. I think of how sad Tobi has been without her brother around. Elliott’s Mother died from a blow to the head when he was only 4 years old. Roslanna was taking care of him because the Father wasn’t. They both ended up in the orphanage (the Father has since passed away). Roslanna is now married with a baby girl but not able to take care of her little brother. Even if you have not been orphaned, it is very difficult to survive here. His sister would not object, because she knows there is no hope for him here, but how hard it must have been to say Goodbye.
The picture is of Sasha, Nicky’s best friend at the orphanage. He is also 12 years old. He has been in the orphanage since he was 3. He is as sweet as he looks. Please pray for a family for him. May God in His great mercy rescue them all.Until tomorrow…
We love hearing from everyone and asking the Lord to bless those who are praying so diligently for us.
5 comments:
Kath and Dave, Every day I look forward to reading your posts and especially enjoy the pictures you've included! I'm sure I won't be the only one that will sleep better at night knowing you're back in the U.S. of A!
I've been praying my little heart out about too many things to mention here, but after reading today's post, I do hope that Elliott and Nicky never forget their past. Friends and family aren't being left behind because they will enjoy hearing wonderful stories about this new life! Elliott's sister will be at peace knowing her brother has a place to call home. Nicky's best friend has hope that it can happen for him. Still, even as exciting as "beginnings" can be, endings are sad. We'll work thought it together.
Debbie
Dear Kathy and Dave, It is such a thrill to read your updates every day! I just learned how to send comments to you! We are praying for you always and always amazed at God's bountiful goodness. If you see Artur and Yaroslav please give them hugs from us, they are in our prayers as well. Praying you home soon and safely and with two boys in tow!, Sue and Fletcher and David
Dear Kathy and Dave,
It is so great to read your updates and pray for your new family. My heart goes out to those children in the orphanage and I'll pray that they receive families. Nothing is to hard for our great God.
Your boys look so happy as though they have been with you forever.
Continuing to intercede for you all.
Gary & Jodi Poynter
Kathy and Dave,
GLad things are going so well and that the boys are excited and happy. They both have such wonderful smiles on their faces. We will pray that all of the paperwork and court dates etc. will go smoothly and that you will be home in no time with those super boys.
Blessings to all,
Rob and Laura Passanita
Just 4 more days & "Here comes the judge"! I can't stand being here WAITING while you are there having all the fun! Like everyone else, we LOVE reading the daily updates.
The weather here has been chilly... Thankgiving is in the air. And what a Thanksgiving we will all be celebrating when ya'll get back home.
Heavenly "Va" Hugs, Cookie & Jim :)
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