Well, tomorrow is the day! At 7am we will leave the safety and comfort of the lovely Karen's apartment for a town of about 48,000 people (I think) called Romny. It is about 230 kilometers east of Kiev. Lily was really wanting to take an overnight train, but travel by train doesn't make sense in this case because there is no direct route. So by van we go, an expensive van might add. But it will be warm and comfortable.
The bumps are everywhere it seems in this process. Today we went to pick up our referral, as we get outside we find out that she has a sister. Panic sets in, "what, no one told us about any siblings." So after one call to the director we find out that yes, she has a sister but the sister is in custody of the grandmother. It is unsettling, she does have family. What all this means for us, we don't know, but we do know that we are going to meet her and we pray that God takes care of the rest. We know he will, but the control freak in me wants to know what that looks like, NOW! The mom in me wants to get things going so that I can take my new daughter home to be with my other three daughters, two of which I miss TERRIBLY right now.
So you know, this blog is a tool for me. It has two purposes, one is to let those who are interested follow along on this journey. The second is therapy of sorts, a journal if you will. A place to share experiences and remember the moments. So don't hold it against me if my grammar or spelling is off.
That was random, but that is the journal part, things just popping into my tiny, over cluttered brain.
A couple of little revelations I have had while in Kiev. First, in more ways than one, life is simple here. For us a lot of energy has been spent on just the task of any given day. SDA appointment, what time do we need to be there, how are we getting there, how do we stay warm on our way there, and what are we going to eat today? Sleep, repeat, in some variety or another. Second, we don't have any TV so one major distraction has been removed. Third, for a pretty independent person who likes her "personal" time, I have not had a single minute alone. And surprisingly, I don't mind.
What lies ahead, well that is a mystery. I pray to God constantly, I know he is in charge, has a plan and all will work together for His good and His glory. One day at a time, tomorrow we go and meet a little girl. Might she be the next Degnan Girl? Only God knows (but I hope so).
We will likely not have internet, at least not regularly. Once we get there, we are to meet the area Inspector. My best understanding is that this would be the equal to a social worker in the states. The Inspector will take us to the orphanage where we will meet the Director, the Director will then introduce us to this little girl, this should be early morning Colorado time on Wednesday. If we say yes & she says yes, then the process begins. Once that all happens I hope to have a better idea how the time line will play out. I won't be sharing her name or any photos until we get through court.
So, so long for now to my family and friends. Keep the prayers coming, we so, so appreciate them. Say a little extra prayer for Lily, she is pretty home sick and I am sure tomorrow is going to be a lot for her to take in. She really has been an amazing trooper. Today she told me that this new girl has already taken a little piece of her heart! Very sweet. If you see my other two girls tell them we love them and miss them bunches.
Let the adventure begin......
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