Great Day Today. Visited Her today for 2 hours, just Kaia and I, still no break on the quarantine for the boys and Glo to visit. She was great today-totally recognized us and smiled. We walked right into her living area this time, for the first time, and caught the whole gang on the 'potties'. Pretty funny-all of them in a circle in the middle of this room, sitting and looking at each other. Snuck a classic shot of them. Sylvi had her back to us, and peered around and broke into a big smile. We hang on every smile she gives us, so that was a great thing. We played with her up in the public room, and she is so shy. Quite a bit more shy of me than last time, she is older we figure-of course, and cried for the first time with us today. Which was good, but such a pathetic little cry. She has had a pretty tough life, you figure-with no one to depend on, and is nervous and anxious about strangers, caregivers leaving her with us, and any new situation. Poor thing. We totally see that, and try SO hard to make her feel our love. So far, she feels my love like a steamroller. A little too much. I tried to calm down and sit away today, but I'm like an addict, and reaching for her to play and she get's a little scared. Oh well-there will be plenty of time soon for me to win her over. She is Momma's girl right now. Smiles are still few and far between, it is almost like she is in shock of our attention. It's all going to be ok, though. We are so happy.
Really warmed up here, I bet it was close to 55 or so? Went out on a walk after a sweet dinner in that Glo made. Walked through Lenin Square, down to the Amur River, break-up is any day now, I guess-it was partially clear already, but the ice is getting ready to flush out. Gorgeous parks, a river walk, cathedrals, statues, War Memorial wall with a big flame and names, fancy shops. We even found a Basketball at the Sports Store of some sort-boys are thrilled with that, as there are actually a few hoops around. Most kids seem to use the courts for handball or soccer though, but we are ready to hoop it up tomorrow.
We don't get to see her tomorrow, Easter here. Supposed to be nice again, so looking forward to some ball and fun.
Miss everyone, thanks for all your comments and emails. We are looking forward to getting some pictures on here after our court and 10 days are up.
Anyway-Happy Easter!
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And.....WE are so happy with the good news from Khab! We know how difficult this is for you--but there is no doubt in our minds that this is a beautiful life in the making for all who know and love you! I think we have all (or are working on) PATIENCE IN THE PROCESS. We love your blog pix and can hardly wait until we can see the whole family in a bunch! Love to you all on this Easter Day in Russia! Gma&Gpa
So glad to hear everything is going well and that you are even getting a little sunshine! I had to laugh at Sylvi's preference for Kaia. For at least a month Liam screamed in terror whenever Sean even took a step toward him. Sean took to tiptoeing around the house so as not to scare him. It was hilarious (not at the time but now!). And I didn't get to hold Ruby even once the whole time in China because she ONLY wanted Sean and went crazy if I tried to hold her. Now most days I carry her around all day because she won't let me put her down (Is this why she didn't walk until 21 months? Hmmm.... ) Kids are fickle things!
We check your blog all the time and are so excited for you all! Can't wait until the boys get to meet her!
Kerri for the Cunninghams
Hi guys
So happy to hear how it is going. Hello to the boys and Glo. We miss you all and cant wait to meet Sylvi. God bless you and keep you in a far away land.
Love Jen and Derek
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