We have made it to April, Julia is out of the infirmary and recovering from a bout with bronchitis and Bruce has packed his bags for home! It's all good! Todays photos of Julia were taken this morning and she seems as relieved as we are to be back with her familiar caretakers and intermingling with the other precious babies. This morning she was a ball of energy and all smiles! This also means that we will have 90 rather than 30 minutes with her every day. This is particularly important for Julia's "Papa," during these last few days with his little girl! Both of his "girls" are gonna miss him!
On Saturday, after visiting Julia in the infirmary, Bruce and Carrie enjoyed a day by themselves, walking in the afternoon sun to the large, more distant outdoor market. We retired to our room for dinner of leftovers and watched "Anger Management" on the laptop, compliments of Oleysa, who owns movies that can be seen in several languages. It was light-hearted and enjoyable. On Palm Sunday, unable to attend church, we bought 5 stalks of Pussy Willows, appparently signifying "re-birth" or something like that. In the afternoon, we purchased tickets to a performance at the Kostanai Philharmonic where we saw the final competition of Child Performers from throughout the region. Children, seemingly between the ages four and 16 sang and danced to traditional Russian and Kazak music, as well as performed some popular selections. Although the audience far exceeded the auditorium's seating capacity, the show was riviting and the talent supurb! It was also interesting to watch the crowd. It was very entertaining and a lot of fun. After the show, "the Americans" walked to the small, indoor mall to visit the displays at the Kazak store. We finished the day with a relaxing dinner and several Bajithka 6's at "Bavaria".
Which brings us to back to Monday and our wonderful visit with Julia today and the fact that Bruce has packed his bags and placed them by the door. Do you THINK he's ready to come home?!@# He's begun to dream about real milk and butterscotch Krimpets! And also about reuniting with Austin and the cats! Our final court date is in three days and then Julia officially becomes our little girl! Please don't forget that Carrie and Julia stay behind with "the blog" so keep reading and remember that you are always close in our hearts and minds! Love, C & B
2 comments:
Hey Girl, sorry I haven't been in touch but I think about you and your family regularly. The pictures are wonderful (keep them coming) and I am glad to hear Julia is feeling better. I will write more in an email I just wanted to let you know all is well!
Love and Miss ya,
R
Dear Ones, Your photos moved us through laughter and tears. When we saw Julia giving each of you hugs- we chuckled and felt your family coming together. We are relieved to know that Julia is feeling better. Your words have helped us to form the pictures that are not shown. There is much to share even in the words not spoken or written. We see Bruce in our minds eye, packing his bags and storing them by the door. We wish we could teleport you home. In that this is not possible, we will continue our messages to you and hope too, that you will hear the words that are not spoken....All that is known is supported by all that is unknown. You are loved and missed - from the Home Team - T&D
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