We got our little guy a bunch of clothes which he will need once he leaves the orphanage - the place keeps the clothes he's wearing. He now has a coat, shoes, slippers, socks, underwear, pajamas, 4 shirts, a turtleneck, a sweater, and 2 pairs of britches. Thanks Rich and Carol for funding our shopping spree! We also went a little crazy at the toy store/booth and got army men, a big Spider Man, cowboys and Indians, and a "super panzer".
For those wanting sizes, it looks like he's either a size 5 or 6...
When we came back for our afternoon visit, we had a fashion show and our little feller was very excited about trying on all of the new clothes (with the exception of the sweater, that is). He looks pretty darn cute in his new duds. We wish that we could post pictures...
Yesterday our driver asked if we wanted to visit a holy spring near the orphanage. Of course, we're always ready to see new things so off we went. As the history goes, St John the New set foot at this site and the spring erupted from the ground. It has since been considered a holy place and folks come here to be baptized, dip in the water for healing, go through ceremonial baptisms to commemorate Christ's baptism, etc. Here are a few photos. The first is the site of the original spring where we lit a candle (as is customary and expected at Eastern Orthodox holy sites)...
This shows the pool that is currently used for the baptisms - the water is pumped from the cavelike area shown above...
Another recent development is that we now have new roomies of sorts. Paul and Darla are from Minnesota and are here to adopt two siblings - an 8 year old girl and her 5 year old brother. They're staying with us at the Clinic. It's nice to have others to talk to and with whom to compare notes.
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I'm off to shopping as I have an extra 30% off from Kohl's. I'm doing my part for the economy. Thanks for the size. Love the pictures and can't wait to see more. And, see the scrapbooked album.
Thanks for the sizes...I already bought him a big red pup tent to play in that is shaped like the truck in the movie Cars...Hope that was ok...I also bought him his own cars beach towel and sticker book..I'm gonna get him a U of L shirt as soon as I see one in his size..By the way We are the Big East Champs in case no one has shared that info with you.. loved the pics and cant wait for more...miss you guys...
Be Safe and we are with you in Prayer..
Debbie & Dave
We are very excited for your family. It is truely a joy to be a parent and your new son could not ask for better. We are enjoying the blog of your journey. Good luck and be careful. Mitch and Jodie
So appreciate your daily updates and details. We have two grandchildren that are four also, so kinda know their interests, conversations, etc. It's a neat age. He sounds so sweet. Kelly, I talked w/your dad the other day and said after following this awesome journey with you, I feel attached and like a grandma or something to him.
He seems to have an adventurous spirit like the two of you. Praying all goes exceptionally well in court tomorrow and that everything can be accomplished in 4 weeks.
I definitely would love to have these recipes, they sound excellent. I don't know about the chicken, I might stick w/Tyson.
Each day I copy your updates and give to Lee, as she doesn't have a computer. I'm sharing your story w/many and lots of prayers are there for all of you.
Jeremiah 29:11
Take care and love ya all.
I'm saying a few extra prayers for you all today.
I got him a purple Webkins Dragon and made him a wizard bucket filled with little boy things. We also picked up a set of english word flash cards and number flash cards at the teacher store to get him started. Best of luck Tuesday. You're in our prayers. - Carla
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