The Circus

Today was a great day.  Our best day with our daughter by far.  Yana, our translator, her and her best friend Galya, up at the orphanage this morning so we could go to the circus.  Now, let's remember, this is Ukriane, not Barnum and Bailey.  So, here's how it went: 

Horses,  no.  Llamas, yes.

Elephants, no.  Collies, yes.

Tigers, no.  Hyenas, yes.

And finally, a real dancing Russian bear in a pink tutu!  Her name is Yana, and this brown bear can ride a scooter and a bike.

Priceless!

It was precious to see our girl and Galya enjoying the circus.  They even asked for balloon flowers!  

Afterwards, we went and ate pizza and ice cream.  The girls were laughing and talking.  It was really a lot like watching a flower blossom.  She has been so shy and quiet, and Galya helped her feel much more secure.  We ended the day by going shopping.  We needed to buy something for her to wear to court, and I also bought some things for Gayla.  She doesn't have anyone in her life to care for her.  Typical story- no momma, papa in prison.

I will be so glad when we bring our daughter home, but I lay awake at night thinking about what will happen to the ones who are left behind.  Please pray for these children.  

We are still planning on having court tomorrow at 10:30 a.m. (that's 2:30 a.m. central time). Our facilitator is still at the SDA waiting for the last document.  

Blessings,

Paula and Ande