You are the big person. He is the little person. He takes cues from you because you are the big person. Although biology would say he is 5 1/2, he is more like 3 1/2. If you remember that every minute, you will all be happier. It’s your job to remember because you are the big […]
After reading E Is for Ethiopia , Mia couldn’t wait to see the eskesta (or shoulder dance) when we got to Ethiopia. Fortunately for her (and us), there is a new fad in cultural restaurants. These restaurants serve traditional Ethiopian food (which we all happen to love) with a back drop of Ethiopian music and dancing… […]
We call it Starbucks. They call it Kaldi’s. It turns out they also call cream puffs beignets. That made for some disappointed and hungry peeps in the van. Speaking of familiar, we are headed home as you read this.
Along with sightseeing and visiting with our kids, we have also been visiting orphan care ministries. More on that another time, but in order to see one in action, today had to start early…the sun was barely up. After that, we headed to the Gorge. We didn’t really know what to expect except that there […]
We have been playing a lot of cards with the kids…especially the boys. We’ve even learned a new game that’s become a family favorite called Injera Boat. They are all fascinated when Patrick shuffles and bridges the cards. Today, L was determined to get it right. After about 10 tries, he got the feel for […]
We were able to worship with the big kids yesterday. The church was very Western…almost too Western. It’s fun how the big kids’ faces light up each time they see us. We were hoping to swim at the hot springs pool at the Sheraton but it was $$$$$$$$$. The grounds were quite luxurious…even by American […]
We have a new driver for the last part of our trip who has been a great tour guide. Most drivers drive these great Toyota vans. Their seat configuration is very flexible making them great for people and cargo. Yesterday we visited the Ethiopia National Museum which is the home to Lucy’s bones. Then we […]
…one to go. Today was the big day…court date. After waiting two and a half hours with dozens of other adoptive families from all over the world, we were called into the judges office. She asked some basic questions and, voila, Kayla (as she’s chosen to be called) was ours forever! She’s about 13, loves […]