Today was the day. We were able to pick up Maria after the 10 day waiting period. All went very smoothly. We had a busy day. We'll update more later but wanted to get something up on the blog today.
We were able to get her new birth certificate and passport also. We were very lucky that the Donetsk region reissues passports rather than issuing new passports. It took all of 30 minutes to get the passport.
Maria is doing really well. She seems quite happy and is getting along with Ryan and Evan. She was very patient as we went from office to office today. Ryan and Evan were as well. We took her to a restaurant tonight. We're not really sure if she's ever been to one but she did quite well. She got cheese pizza but also ate everything we put on her plate to just give her a taste of different food. We were worried she might be overwhelmed by everything but so far so good.
The plan is to leave Donetsk for Kiev tomorrow night on the overnight train. We'll then get her medical examination for the US embassy on Wednesday and apply for her visa. We should get her visa either Thursday or Friday. We have tickets to return to the US on Saturday. We can't wait to get home. The boys missed Halloween, which we really felt bad about, but at least Ryan won't miss his birthday at home on Nov. 15.
5 comments:
She is a beautiful young lady. Congratulations!!
Congratulations on your beautiful girl and quick passport process! Godspeed home!
CONGRATS!!!!! She is so pretty and looks so happy. Enjoy the week ahead watching your daughter marvel at all her new firsts!
Congratulations!
Your "Fletcher Elementary School Family" is very EXCITED for all of you our best to you in your travels back to Vermont!
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