Sunny Boy!

This is the first chance we have had to update our blog since leaving Wednesday (April 1st) and arriving Thursday. Our flights went well, although our flight from New York to Moscow provided a LOT of entertainment. Incredibly, while waiting for our flight in Indianapolis on Wednesday morning, I saw the woman responsible for leading us to KidsFirst (our adoption agency). I really don't believe much in coincedences and this whole process of adoption has further cemented my lack of belief. I do believe that God has orchestrated every detail and has continued to confirm this step of faith all along the way. We have story after story like this from the moment we even vaguely considered adoption in the spring of 2007. It has been incredible to see how God has led us here.

Well, we arrived into Moscow on Thursday morning and went straight to the American Medical Center. We never quite figured out why it was called the "American" Medical Center, as there were no Americans. We were there for about 3 hours, and I think we saw a total of 7 doctors during that time. This examination was yet another process we had to complete for court. It was an interesting experience to say the least. But hey, the tea was good. By the time we finished there we went straight to our hotel, ate dinner and crashed. The traffic in Moscow was crazy on Thursday and it took us forever to get from one place to the other.

Friday morning started with a trip back to the "American" Medical Center to pick up our bloodwork results and other paperwork. After more waiting (and tea) we were on our way to the region where our "Little Guy" is. We made several stops once in the city for the purpose of more paperwork required for court. We finally were able to see our little dude late Friday afternoon.

It didn't take long for him to warm right back up to us. Again, he was all smiles and laughs. His teeth have still not broken through, but they are close. He has a little more hair, but not much. His caregivers told us that he has been demanding more attention since we were here last. It must be so hard for him. They all refer to him as "Sunny Boy." When it was time to take him back to his room, he didn't want to go. He latched on to my arm and turn away from his caregiver. It was definitely a bittersweet moment.

Sorry for such a long post, but this serves as a memory for us as well. I hope that everyone is wonderful. Thank you so much for your thoughts and prayers.


Shane and Teddi