We have so much to be thankful for, especially this year. We are preparing our path to take our journey to the Ukraine to adopt our daughters. It is a busy time, but our time for rest is coming. The girls room is almost done. We have been expanding the size of the room, added a closet and now we are doing the finishing touches. I am thankful that I have a husband that can do all that and more. He is a very talented carpenter. There is alot to get ready in the last 9 days before travel, it is becoming a reality. The clothes we bring is the easiest of all.
To take our mind off of our own journey, we have be helping prepare the way for the Old Russian Shoemaker team and 17 orphan children from Kherson, Ukraine, to come to Williamsburg. On Tuesday, November 20th they all arrived, 19 children and 11 adults. Since the arrival was late we all stayed at our church for the night. The following morning we had breakfast and fellowship time with these precious people. The children are beautiful, each and every one of them. Some of them knew alittle English and others were trying hard to speak our language. I extend an invitation for anyone to come to Williamsburg to see the performance of the "Old Russian Shoemaker" and the children will do a performance after that. The children sing, play bells and do a puppet show. All are done very well. For more information look at the website for Hearts for Orphans: www.heartsfororphans.com . There are performances in Williamsburg on November 30th at Crosswalks Church at 7:00p.m. and on December 1st at Williamsburg Community Chapel at 7:00. No tickets needed, it is free. A love offering is taken.
Rick just walked by to give me the signal, it is time to go to work. Wallpapering has to get done before we eat turkey.
Happy Thanksgiving and Blessings to all,
Fran
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Hi Fran,
I just found your blog link on Tami's site.
We have gotten the same reaction from people, too. Mostly because our children are almost grown. 'Why would you want to go and get two more when yours' are almost grown, especially when these two girls are about to be teenagers?' Well, God knows why and so do our fellow bloggers.
We are also praying for a miracle for one of our girls. We've heard they can't find her file, so we definitely understand what you are going through.
We'll be in Kiev right after you. Our appointment is on December 12.
We'll be praying for a miracle for you too!
Hi Rick and Fran just got your letter in the mail and seen you had a blog for your journey. We just wanted to wish you the best of luck. I will keep you two and my new Nieces in my thoughts and prayers. I know the kids can't wait to meet thier new cousins. Especially Kaylee so she can finally have some girl cousins that are close to her age. Love and miss you both, have a safe and wonderful trip. Love, Amber
Fran, I just found your blog through Tami's blog. Praise God that He's leading you to adopt older kids and that you're leaving so soon! Now I can pray for you and Rick and the girls. My husband and I are praying to adopt from Ukraine someday soon, too--and we're waiting on the Lord for His timing.
Hi Fran and Rick,
I just wanted to take a minute to let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers as you are preparing for theis grand adventure. We are praying for you and your girls and we look forward to welcoming your family home.
Love, Robin D
Fran, there is a group of us meeting up for dinner on Monday night, Dec 3, in Kyiv. Let me know (you can leave a comment on my blog or yours) if you guys are interested in coming and I can send you the details. :)
Courtney
Dear Fran & Rick,
Prayers and the Best of Luck in bringing your two lovely young ladies back with you in speedy time. I will be anxiously reading your blog - CHEERS DEARS & BON VOYAGE - Babushka June
Fran,
Everyone at Chambrel sends one more big good luck and safe travels!
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