Although this week has been busy with paperwork and running around, I want to share some pictures of the fun we are having with Valera. One picture is of Pa and Valera playing that game where you try to slap the other person's hands before they move them away. One is of Valera with his two buds who are also being adopted (Vladik on left, Dema on the right). You can see that Valera has gotten more comfortable in front of the camera. :) That picture was taken last night at the Donetsk Shaktar soccer game. Shaktar won 2-0. I am including one picture of Valera's favorite player, the goalie, and another picture of the player who is the inspiration behind Valera's desire for dreadlock/braids.
The one of Valera with his ipod and bag of chips is my favorite (although I'm liking this one of my dad all covered up by Valera as well). Valera is watching Tom and Jerry, laughing away, and eating his favorite chips....they are so spicy but he LOVES them!
We were able to apply for his passport today, which was great. More paperwork tomorrow!
Hope you all have a great day and a great weekend!
thanks for the pictures fun to see what makes him happy and the things he enjoys grandma/mom/love
ReplyDeleteLisa... I love these pictures... I can tell he's come out of his shell just from the pictures... he's feeling so comfortable with you guys!!! This experience with you and your dad will be something you both will cherish!
ReplyDeleteDear Lisa,
ReplyDeleteLooking back on the days which have passed is such an amazing collection of puzzle pieces adding to a more complete understanding of God in his fullness, Sovereignty and tireless work done on behalf of his people. I think Eph. 3:16-19 really captures this well. I will let you look it up to read as I have typed and lost it 3 times now. Must be my tired brain or maybe my server not working well for now. Anyway, know we are continuing to pray for eye and cough healing and disappearance of the little mystery pests.
So excited to see you as soon as you are feeling up to it. I expect you will need a few days of sleep, recuperation and reuniting with the rest of the family. Until then, Cari
These are great pictures! It is great that you have managed to do fun stuff with him while having to do so much paperwork at the same time! :) ximena
ReplyDeleteLisa -
ReplyDeleteThe end of this journey is near and I can tell you are recharged. I continue to admire your strength and compassion as you tackle each challenge. We can't wait for you to return and to meet Valera. Love to all three of you!!! - Natalie