I wanted the greatest family in the world for my birthday, and guess what? I GOT IT!!! I sure do love you guys. Thanks for taking care of each other while we've been gone. You are the best. You are all awesome, truly! Thanks so much for your love and support. We couldn't have done this without you. Not much longer and we will be complete.
Hey everyone this may be my last post until we get home. We had another fun day with Zhenya and Tanya yesterday. We moved apartments as the Straders left for Dnipro. We spent some time at the orphanage and downtown. We went bowling for a couple of hours. It was so much fun. The bowling alley consists of only two lanes and six balls to choose from. I have pictures, but gave the camera to Zhenya last night when we dropped him off so he could take pictures of the orphanage and his friends there. We will see him again this afternoon. Tomorrow we will do a little paperwork here in the morning, then get on the bus for Kiev. We will get there in the early evening and try and sleep before leaving for the airport at 3:00 a.m. We will arrive as scheduled on Saturday. I think the Keller's may be on the same flight. Not sure about that though. Because of the uncertainty of how things will play out in Russia, we felt it best to come home and let Vlad do his thing. Best case, I will return in two or three weeks. That's what we all need to pray for now. Zhenya wants so badly to come with us, but he is very understanding and accepting. You guys will love him! Can't wait to see all of you again. We love you.
16 years ago
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Happy Birthday! I think you got the best present ever! How wonderful to feel that your family is complete! Love ya!
Happy Birthday. The only thing better would be if Zhenya was coming with you.
Happy Birthday Louise! You are the perfect parents for Zhenya, and I bet he is so sad to see you go, even for a short time.
Happy Birthday Louise! We are so happy for you all! And excited to meet the newest member of your family. Have a great day and see you when you get home. For your birthday we are bringing dinner to the girls! lisa
I hope Troy's on that flight with you, but the passports didn't show up today so it's looking doubtful...
Congratulations with everything, he seems like a great kid!
What a fun birthday. We will keep you and Zhenya in our prayers.
Austin is requesting music from Sergei his music teacher for his flute we brought home. It's probably too late to get anything now but maybe on your return trip. I told Austin (Ruslan) that I would ask you now before I forget. Congratulations on your court date. That is so awesome!! Lucinda
Happy 50th Older sister. We were both 49 there for a while eh! Glad everything is going so well for you. Hope you had time to celebrate the "half century" mark. :-)
Rose and I just watched your latest video. Really neat stuff, eh! Isn't technology Great! A big hi to Ray as well! Love, Fred and Rosemary.
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