It's official - this internet cafe doesn't allow uploads so no pictures for the foreseeable future.
Well, we didn't get Daniel's passport today so our Wednesday departure is now in jeopardy. I guess that's just the breaks. If we get it on Monday, we'll all move our flights to Thursday. Otherwise, Jason will probably come back Wednesday and Kelly with Daniel either Sunday or Monday. It is not what we wanted for sure, but Jason really feels that he can't miss more work. We're in capable hands, of course, with Galya so our minds are at ease with whatever happens.
Anyhow, on to cheerier news... One of the things we definitely wanted to see while we were in Kiev was the "Great Patriotic War" (WWII) Museum. It didn't disappoint whatsoever... The bronzes at the entryway were mammoth and inspiring as was the towering Mother Russia statue above the museum. As for artifacts, there were many, many personal stories told about individual soldiers and battlefield-dug artifacts were plentiful. The highlight, though, was the last room of the museum -it featured many, many thousands of photographs of soldiers who died in the conflict. Also in the center of the cavernous room was a very long dining table that was set with mess kits. Under glass on the table were thousands of actual death notices from the war. It was quite moving.
We also got Daniel a few more clothes with the help of Gayla and Daniel got his first-ever slice of pizza at CBAPPO - that would be SBARRO's to you westerners... We also got two more geocaches near the WWII museum and the nearby Lavra (see earlier post regarding the dead monks in the caves).
Another highlight of the night was an unexpected call from our driver in Belgogrod Simone!!! We became quite good friends during our weeks together despite the language barrier. It was so nice to hear from him.
We have decided to bypass the UL game tonight. I don't think there's anyway our little one could hang in there due to the late hour. Thus, we'll be cheering on the Cards in our dreams. GO CARDS!
Tomorrow, Galya is coming over at 930 for more touristy activities. Hopefully all will go well! Until then...
3 comments:
I know you are disappointed, but til now the Lord has made the pathway clear and His ways are perfect. But we are praying that you are headed home on Wednesday.
It seems to me that Daniel is already becoming secure in your love that he totally trusts the new life with so many changes. In the video's he seems so happy and loving.
Awesome you are able to get in sightseeing of the surroundings.
We will use our imagination as to what you are seeing.
Love to all and can't wait to hug your son.
Jeanine
Sorry about the passport coming today but it will all work out. It will only be a couple of more days. Too bad about not being able to upload pictures. Can't wait to see them all and hear all about the place you saw. Be safe and enjoy the weekend. Heading to Gatlinburg for Spring Break.
I know you sound disappointed but the Lord has led you all for the entire trip so he is still in charge..Let him take the lead and all will come together as he has planned..We do miss you all but what a wonderful time it sounds like the three of you are having..We pray you will all three travel together as a family but if not it will be ok..God will oversee the whole trip..U of L just won the game beating Arizona with the largest score in U of L tournament history..Go Cards...We play again on Sunday at 1:00..We miss all of you and cant wait to see ya but be safe and remember many prayers are being said for all three of you...
Much love and Prayers,
Debbie & David
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