We woke to the sound of David’s voice coming from the kitchen. David and Ingrid arrived safely. They will be staying at a nearby church. All three sets of adopting parents traveled together for an early visit to the orphanage to see a special presentation by the children at the orphanage. It was beautiful! From the smallest singer to the teenagers dancing the performance was a delight. Many smiling faces, hugs, introductions and celebrating. Masha even sang a solo and we are so proud of her! We had purchased a rose for Masha and the orphanage director on our way. She presented her rose to her teacher as she came off the stage! Please be patient waiting for photos of the day. Unfortunately our camera did not properly charge and would not turn on when we arrived for this special occasion!
As if that were not enough blessing for one day, we were able to spend the rest of the afternoon visiting with Masha in the activity room. The other families joined in card games, looking at photos and laughing at our limited translating abilities. Wow those children are quick to learn though! Several children came up to us today and introduced themselves clearly in English, counted to ten or yelled greetings as we came and went through the halls! Nearing the end of our visiting time a large group of boys and girls came into the activity room and joined us on the floor just watching longingly as we helped Masha string beads onto her necklace. Before long every boy and girl there had a colorful bracelet or necklace of their own and huge smiles on their faces as they stared into our faces for our approval and attention. Glad Bob insisted on the container with 1500 beads – we used every one! We were so touched and blessed by every little (and big) child in the circle. Please pray for families and good homes for each one of them. Thank you for remembering us in your prayers! We are so thankful God has allowed us this opportunity!
Another Grizenko with an amazing voice. How does God do that? I'm sure you were very teary eyed watching that whole performance. There is YOUR GIRL, right in front of you, happy, singing, laughing with her friends and so proud that mama and papa - her real live mama and papa- are there to take it all in. Wow! thanks for posting pictures. It really makes a difference for us. Loving you all today.
ReplyDeleteThank you, thank you! I am overcome and have no words.
ReplyDeleteIt is so cool that you are all there together! It is like a family reunion or when everyone shows up at the hospital to meet the new family member. God is so good.
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