You know the drill...it's dinner over NewFoundland and breakfast over Dublin. From Amsterdam, it is about another 3 hour flight to Kiev, and (by the way) I am really liking Northwest and KLM. We are thankful for no surprises with luggage or with our facilitator Y. picking us up at the airport. Guess what the weather is?? Surprise! Cold and grey-white and wet. Looks like we are going to be in a portion of a 3rd floor flat near the U.S. embassy, which is the closest we have ever been to a metro station and to downtown Kiev. Three great older ladies from Florida are our suite mates for a few nights, and we enjoyed meeting them this morning after we were unconscious with sleep for the night. We are writing from a nearby coffee shop with internet access. Makes me wish I spoke better Russian so I could order something much cooler than just "adien cappucino". Tomorrow, Jan.29th, is our appointment with the SDA at 9:00a.m. We would be grateful if you pray that we will have a speedy referral so we can go tomorrow to the orphanage to visit the boys. We did get to call K7 & K8 (short for the new Nichols names they will have), and he(k8) was really excited that we are finally in Ukraine.
Today we spent the day shopping for a few supplies, eating lunch, and discussing plans with our facilitator Y. This sounds like a small amount of tasks, but those of you who have been through an adoption journey realize it is a really strong first day accomplishment! One positive is that the dollar is stronger, or the grevnia is weaker, so the exchange rate gives you a little more buying power.
From the discussion here, many Ukrainians are waking up to how fast money can go away. Many people who have real estate and cars are now struggling to keep them. Some of the things that haven't changed much about Kiev are fur, plastic bags, slush, and cigarettes. We are grateful for each one of you and we are praying for you in the days ahead. We don't know many things but we know His word is good. Psalm 119:105 "Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path."
Blessings,
Chris, Vickie and Kole
4 comments:
Glad you all made it safely to Ukraine! We are thinking of you and praying and looking for news on your blog. Love from the Brocks!
Hey Mom, Dad, and Kole. We miss you alot, and we are glad you made it safely. We hope to hear from you and the boys again soon. We are praying for you daily, and we love you so much! Can't wait to talk to you again! We love you!!
Love Kyndal, Kirby, Kyle and Karson
Hey Guys,
Can't believe the Florida ladies are STILL there. We are praying for you, K7 and K8. Maybe keep those names? Never mind....K8 sounds like Kate.
Blessings,
The Underwoods
Glad to see you made it! Looking forward to following your journey and praying you through! Blessings, The Dunhams
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