A day off
Today is Saturday, and things have slowed down a bit for us. Natasha was able to complete all of our paperwork yesterday, so she said today would be a day off for us. We have already been to visit Ethan today. When we arrived, there was another american couple there waiting to see their son. They told us that when they came in, the ladies of the orphanage had sent out Ethan! So, they had to tell them that he was not their boy. It's good to know that those ladies are expecting us everyday.
Today, Ethan played mostly with Joe again. I have been fighting a cold and am not feeling 100%, nor do I want to make Ethan sick. Plus, he isn't as interested in me anyway. In fact, Natasha and I think that he isn't drawn to younger women at all because he spends all his time with older ladies and he has no use for younger ones yet.
We think Natasha is going to try to find a Church for us to attend tomorrow. She said that there is one here that has an English speaking service, but she's not sure which one that is. So, we'll have to wait and see.
The weather has been good here, cloudy and dreary, just like home. The air quality in Kiev was awful. We could feel the smog in our chests. Here in Donetzk, it is much better. This is a city of about 1 million. We just walked by a political rally of some sort. Natasha said they were talking about prices of everything. We haven't seen any snow or rain yet, and the temperature has been in the upper 30's and 40's during the day.
We will be spending the afternoon walking around downtown, seeing what there is to see and maybe doing some shopping. Then at 4:00, we will go back to the orphanage to see Ethan.
We had our first bad experience last night. We tried some food from a fast food place called Potato something and it was yucky. We didn't eat any of it. So, we know not to go back there. We have eaten at several good restaurants. Yesterday, we ate at a Russian place and the food was very good there. For our Thanksgiving dinner on Thursday, we ate at a place called Winter Garden. It was very good as well. We have many options for food here. We've been buying eggs, bread and milk at the grocery store, and eating pork, chicken and potatoes when we go out to eat. We have eaten at McDonald's once, for breakfast...but they don't have 'breakfast' food at the McDonald's here. We had a McChicken and a Country Sandwich (pork patty on rye) and some fries.
Joe bought some chips and some Coke Light (diet) at the grocery store. We think the cashier was making fun of us, because we kept hearing her laugh and say 'chips'. Aparently, americans must be the only people who buy chips here.
Oh, I melted my curling iron on the first day we were in Ukraine. It melted from the inside out and fell apart. Oops! So, we've been keeping our eyes open for another one, but so far we haven't had much luck. And I've had bad hair days ever since.
Thanks for the comments, it is helpful to hear from home. And it makes us feel loved.
Today, we saw that the Colts lost on Sunday, that made us a little sad.
That's all for now.
Today, Ethan played mostly with Joe again. I have been fighting a cold and am not feeling 100%, nor do I want to make Ethan sick. Plus, he isn't as interested in me anyway. In fact, Natasha and I think that he isn't drawn to younger women at all because he spends all his time with older ladies and he has no use for younger ones yet.
We think Natasha is going to try to find a Church for us to attend tomorrow. She said that there is one here that has an English speaking service, but she's not sure which one that is. So, we'll have to wait and see.
The weather has been good here, cloudy and dreary, just like home. The air quality in Kiev was awful. We could feel the smog in our chests. Here in Donetzk, it is much better. This is a city of about 1 million. We just walked by a political rally of some sort. Natasha said they were talking about prices of everything. We haven't seen any snow or rain yet, and the temperature has been in the upper 30's and 40's during the day.
We will be spending the afternoon walking around downtown, seeing what there is to see and maybe doing some shopping. Then at 4:00, we will go back to the orphanage to see Ethan.
We had our first bad experience last night. We tried some food from a fast food place called Potato something and it was yucky. We didn't eat any of it. So, we know not to go back there. We have eaten at several good restaurants. Yesterday, we ate at a Russian place and the food was very good there. For our Thanksgiving dinner on Thursday, we ate at a place called Winter Garden. It was very good as well. We have many options for food here. We've been buying eggs, bread and milk at the grocery store, and eating pork, chicken and potatoes when we go out to eat. We have eaten at McDonald's once, for breakfast...but they don't have 'breakfast' food at the McDonald's here. We had a McChicken and a Country Sandwich (pork patty on rye) and some fries.
Joe bought some chips and some Coke Light (diet) at the grocery store. We think the cashier was making fun of us, because we kept hearing her laugh and say 'chips'. Aparently, americans must be the only people who buy chips here.
Oh, I melted my curling iron on the first day we were in Ukraine. It melted from the inside out and fell apart. Oops! So, we've been keeping our eyes open for another one, but so far we haven't had much luck. And I've had bad hair days ever since.
Thanks for the comments, it is helpful to hear from home. And it makes us feel loved.
Today, we saw that the Colts lost on Sunday, that made us a little sad.
That's all for now.
posted by Baldwin at 4:41 AM
5 Comments:
Steph and Joe
sounds like this is a much needed day off. Im honored to be the first to comment for a change! Yes the Colts lost but its just the humbling they needed to finish the season off with a Super Bowl win! at least thats what I'm saying. The weather here has been delightful, highs in 60s and sunny. its scheduled to change here soon tho. by Thursday highs of 38 and rain/snow.oh well its is Almost Dec. Im glad to hear your experience has been a good one so far. Im sure the excitement over Ethan has far out weighed the few negative things. Cant wait for you guys to get home and hopefully its in time for Christmas but the important thing is that you are with your son during that time and it looks as if you will be. hope you have a good weekend. We all miss you at work. Ill keep you in my prayers Shelley
Hi Steph & Joe,
It is so good to read your comments - this is now my favorite reality show (since dancing with the stars is over!). Yes, we miss you at work, but everyone continues to be impressed with my payroll abilities (they all got paid). :-)
Sorry about your cold. It makes me happy that Ethan is drawn to Joe - he is gonna be a great role model. And, I am praising God that Ethan is bonding with him. Glad to hear you have some time to reflect on your blessings. I guess in about an hour you will be with Ethan again. Have a great time! hugs! Jean
Joe, Steph, and Ethan,
It's good to hear that things are going well so far. I'm sure you're cherishing each and every minute you get to spend with your precious little boy...they're only this young once. We'll continue praying for the remaining steps while you're there to go smoothly and quickly, and we'll be anxiously awaiting your return home. We love you guys, enjoy your day off.
Love, Karen, Brett, and Brookelyn
Joe, Steph, Ethan
Hi from sunny Florida. We left the blog address in IN, but Stacy finally found it. We just read all of your posts, so first of all, congratulations!!! We know you both have been waiting on this for a long time.
I have to say it is cool to read your postings. Hope the weather improves for you.
BTW...Steph, maybe Ethan is scared of the bad hair, not you!!!
Love you guys and can't wait to celebrate with you when you get home! Stacy & Cory
Hey Baldwins,
Glad to hear things are going so well for you in Ukraine! We are so excited to hear about Ethan. That is great news! We are looking forward to seeing his picture.
Hope the process keeps moving forward so that you can your court date and bring your son home.
We will continue to keep you in our prayers.
Keep the blog entries coming; we love reading the updates.
Blessings,
Brad and Tina
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