We are still having problems with my computer connection, so I am using Laura's. We will be leaving soon for an interview with CBN for an interview in regard to a follow up of Kareel's adoption. Yesterday we had a great visit at Kareel's orphanage and it went so well. The Dr. who was closest to Kareel was crying. All the workers were hugging Kareel and he handled it all like a trouper. He was given a box of chocolates, a remote car, a calendar from the orphanage, and a Ukranian story book with writing in it from the Dr. We brought some gifts for the workers and lollipops for the kids that they allowed Kareel to hand out to the kids as they were eating lunch. CBN wanted to come and film while we were there but were not allowed because of insufficient paper work, so Joey used one of their cameras. It was definitely worth the trip. Joey drove the YWAM van and so all of us were able to ride out in that instead of public transportation. Sonya went as our translater, and Brenald, who is volunteering here for 3 mo, and she is from the Farell Islands.(sp)? Such sweet girls!
Last night we all went to Family Night on the boat and Stan did the sharing and he did a great job. In the morning we went to prayer. Every first Thurs. morning all of YWAM around the world prays for the same nation. Everyone was given statistics and needs for that nation. It was very good and even Kareel participate in the group prayer. He prayed for clean water.
It has been so great too for the kids to meet so many people from foreign countries. We have seen Lena and Andre several times and their baby is beautiful. He just loves to laugh! Mon. Lena will come here and show our kids how to make vereneke, which is kind of like perrogies. They can be made with meat, potatoes, or fruit.
We miss you all so much, and do think of home a bit. Stan and I miss our bed! Yesterday we "celebrated" our 44th anniversary. Sat. we will celebrate Inna's 14th birthday.
Time to go!
Love to All,
Mary
