These past 2 weeks have mainly been spent getting to know Solomiya and figuring out her language, which has been challenging at times- but I think we are getting better. (She definitely does not like ice cream- this we have found out...) She enjoys looking at bright lights and appears to understand Mike when he speaks Ukrainian to her.
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We have her birth certificate and Mike is getting her social security number today. The passport application is all filled out (except the ss#) and we are planning on getting her picture taken on Wednesday, after she visits the midwives for her newborn screening. Then, we must both accompany her to the passport office so she can apply. Maybe we will do this on Saturday...
So far, all of the paperwork stuff is going smoothly!
Since sending out our August newsletter, we have heard back from quite a few people who want to support us! This has been very encouraging and we are so happy that people are interested and want to be a part of what we are doing!
We cannot believe it is already September! God willing, we will be moving in just 4 months! We are so excited and looking forward to serving the people of Transcarpathia! We have been praying, talking about and preparing for this for the past 6 years. Thanks to everyone for your encouragement : )
Estimated date of departure: January 10th
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I thought it was interesting that you said Solomiya doesn't like ice cream. I assume you mean when you eat it. :) Both Matteo and Aria had/have a dairy protein intolerance as young babies, and as I read about it, it seems like it's very common. I had to stop eating dairy and soy. Once I did, Aria was soooooo much happier. Just thought I'd mention it. Let me know if you want more information. Glad you are all doing well!
ReplyDeleteLove,
Julie