Downtime

There was an inspection at the orphanage today, so we and the other couple in the process of adopting were requested not to visit this morning. Hmm...trying to maintain order in the place, I guess. That meant we had even more time on our hands today. We did some shopping for things the boys will need for the trip home, did some laundry in the bathtub, then had a good visit with them this afternoon. After hanging out with Matthew alone for a while, we went to collect Thomas and were told that he was at music class. Matthew showed us the way there, and the three of us watched the kids singing and playing games, as one of the teachers accompanied on the piano. Matthew was invited to join the action and we learned he's quite a dancer. All in all, a great visit.

Today actually marked the end of the 10-day waiting period. Tomorrow, we meet up with Marina bright and early and head off to Krasyliv (again!) to obtain the boys' birth certificates. We've been advised to bring snacks and water. You never know how long some of these road trips might take!