As we left the orphanage today after another fun afternoon with the girls (more cards, drawings, maps & English) we saw our gallant Galya (our facilitator) waiting outside the gates almost exactly where this photo of Lorelle was taken. We were surprised but pleased to see her as she is always a pleasure to talk to. It turns out she was waiting for the Director of the Orphanage to come back so that she could collect on official seal for the paperwork she needed to send by courier up to Sveta in Kiev for the SDA (Ukraine Government). We are always amazed at the dedication of the people working on our behalf to make this adoption happen, and here again was the proof as Galya stood out in the cold waiting at 4:15 til 4:40 and then off to the courier by 5pm!!
Although not all of the paperwork from social sevices has been completed, Galya still has hopes that everything will be ready in time so that we can keep our court date with the judge on Monday. Our hopes are that this is a good sign and things will move along more or less in good order.
As this felt like such good news, our spirits were very high on the way home, so we decided to celebrate! A street vendor was selling the lovely sprig of daffodils which caught us by surprise and then a stop at an upscale coffee shop for a tasty tiramisou to go, made for a special treat when back at the apartment.
Thanks again for all your love and support on this great adventure!!!!
Wow, what beautiful pictures you have taken. That lovely dessert looks very inviting. Your Gayla must be a very special person as was Sveta to go to all that trouble to help you with the government. We love each day's installment and think that you are having an amazing experience on so many levels...#1 being the visits with the girls. CA is just fine and your folks are enjoying watching the Australian Open and doing jigsaws (amongst household tasks) love, Mom
ReplyDeleteHi guys - been a few days as I was out of town and Len was on "daddy duty"! Can't wait to hear more about your upcoming court date! How exciting! Hopefully you can to to Cheresoneses (sp) with your girls and Gayla and Kostia this weekend.... it's an amazing place!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy this time! Pam and Len
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ReplyDeleteSo great to see your adoption story. Galya and Sveta are two of the most committed and dedicated people I know.
Have a great time.
Wishing you everything of the best and a smooth process.
Best Regards
Lynn
Daffodils always remind me of you Lorelle! So glad you're having such a wonderful stay.
ReplyDeleteJonathan and I are finally on board with your adventure. You sound so happy. It also sounds absolutely overwhelming but you seem blessed with some amazing fairy godmothers!! We'll add our fervent hopes that all goes well on Monday. Thanks so much for sharing your story. Your posts are truly amazing; they’re written so beautifully that we feel like we are right there with you, which we are in spirit. Our love to all of you…..
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