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After an ordeal that began at 9 am and lasted until 7 pm, nonstop, and included extensive mishaps, misquoted legal articles, two trips to Balaclava, white knuckle cab rides, and last minute haggling with incensed officials, we were able to get two "special" passports for the girls. Whew!! This is, in our eyes, a complete miracle and we owe it all to Galya, Kostia and your prayers. So we are still on schedule and will leave for Kiev tomorrow at 4 am. We would love to tell you more but are too exhausted to do so. A tired but happy bunch...
So sorry for what you experienced today...I'm sure it was very nervewracking to endure, not knowing what the results might be. Thanks for taking the time to blog and encourage us with that lovely picture. Now we want to encourage you...we are praying for continued safety, good organization and strength for the next few days.
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Thanks so much for the update. I admire your determination. I can tell by the photo that all three of you girls are happy to have the day complete! You will continue to be in our constant thoughts and prayers. Love, Craig
ReplyDeleteSo Sorry for the hassle. But the final result is what matters. I admire you for keeping your resolve. Just continue to keep your eye on the final goal of arriving in Cincinnati with two wonderful daughters. I'll keep you in my prayers until I hear of your safe arrival. Love, DAD
ReplyDeleteI will miss following your blog but look forward to your safe arrival back in the States.... and to meeting your girls! I am sure you cannot wait to get home with your little ones!!! Yeah! Can't get too emotional as I am at work... So very happy for all of you!
ReplyDeleteYou will be on American soil before you know it! Safe travels! Pam
Your daughters are beautiful. Can't wait to meet them. May God's favor continue to be upon you as you continue your journey home and transition into family life in Cincinnati. God is good....all the time.
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I'm sitting here crying with happiness for you two. What beautiful darling girls you have! How wonderful that they are so affectionate. May all of your hearts continue to be full of love and happiness as they are today. Hooray for the Lentz family!!
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So glad you scored the passports after all of the "challenges" you faced yesterday - what perseverance!! Fingers and toes crossed, a candle @ St. Paul's lit, quick rub of Buddha's belly and prayers galore that all goes well the next couple of days so that you will soon be home, and most importantly, together. Love and Happy Trails to you...Carrie
ReplyDeleteI am not surprised the Galya pulled this off. She is amazing. I too will miss reading the blog and remembering our experience in Sevastopol as we follow along on ours. Maybe we will all return together when our girls are older. We can't wait to meet the girls and welcome them to Cincinnati. Enjoy your time in Kiev and have safe trip back.
ReplyDeleteOh my the girls are just beautiful! This is all so exciting. I cannot wait to meet them. How incredibly excited you must all be. Enjoy, enjoy. This is just amazing and exhilarating. Thanks so much for your beautiful blog.
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