Today, our Russian friend (of a friend) Fiodor, that lives here came and picked us up and took us on a 'Nature' (Picnic) out in the woods, with his family and friends. Completely Amazing-really nice people, huge food spread, easter cakes, fire, drink, eggs, games and so funny! Hundreds of people go out in the 'wood' outside of the town, and set up random gatherings by there cars and have picnics, all over. I mean ALL OVER. You can see other 'picnics' through the trees in every direction, playing music, games, eating, etc. We got a grand tour on the way, showing us farms, outlaying buildings, history, etc. We brought our baseball gloves and ball, and they thought that was very strange, and all of them tried it for the first time. Very funny. Only Fiodor spoke english, but everyone was so nice and friendly, courteous. They took us to the Far Eastern Zoo after we packed up the picnic, really neat adventure there, too. All of them came, 3 Russian families escorting us around looking at the animals. Tigers, Bears, Bobcats, Wolf, Stag, Polar Bear, and more. Really amazing.
We learned so much about Sylvi's birth town, and it was so incredible for the boys and us to experience that-to see a special easter day with good weather, and what they do for fun here. Really neat, thanks Karen for setting that up for us.
So we didn't get to see Her today, but are looking forward to tomorrow. I kept thinking about her today, hoping she is well on her easter, wondering if she get's any special cake or eggs? I doubt it. Tomorrow we practice for court also, all the 'correct' answers to give the judge on Tuesday.
It is funny. The more time you spend here, it kind of grows on you. I understand the people a bit more, and what is going on around us. Fiodor was a big help in explaining the customs, behaviors, attitudes, etc. It really is beautiful, and lot's of Pride in some things.
We are looking forward to another orphanage visit tomorrow.
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