We had the opportunity to host T again. She returned last Wednesday after a two and a half week stay. I wanted to give her a chance to visit with Karina and us. She had shown some remorse when we left Ukraine with Karina earlier this year.
She had a great time with Karina and even bonded just a little with me. She has always been very close to the boys, but not with June or me. This visit she did express a desire to be part of the family, but not enough to totally convince me. She left some things here for us to keep until she returns, and she told others that she was coming back in a few months. Karina said she cried the night before she left, but showed no emotion at the airport the next morning. The whole visit was just a bit stressful.
It is a big decision to turn around and go back to Ukraine. We have discussed it and will have to do just that. T is very immature and she may very well change her mind again. I would love to have T as my daughter. If she doesn't want that, we will bring home another child.
Simple as that.... Right?......Yikes... Where's the Pepto?
Papa
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I know this must be a hard decision. Do you have a way to communicate with T once she returns to the orphanage?
I'm glad you had a chance to host her. We'll be praying for you as you set off on this leg of your journey.
Papa - Is that bottle of Pepto big enough for me to borrow some for my trip in 2.5 weeks? I will try and see if S has spoken to T any more about becoming a family. I also hope to return the favor of calling y'all from Ukraine and letting you speak to her. That is very interesting that she told some people that she would be back again in a few months. The summer hosting program, perhaps?
Natalie
Thanks for leaving a comment on my blog. It led me to yours! May the Lord bless you for your openness to go back for her. You pray with an open heart and mind and I know God will answer you and provide the way. His timing is Perfect, and as much as you care and love this girl, His love and longing for her is immense. I'll be praying for her. Jenny
Thanks also for the details of your trip. I'd love to hear more of the settling in at home.
haha - wish just a little pepto would help! You are a brave couple. I pray that T is able to be confident in her decision and stand firm. these kids are way too immature to be making such adult decisions. pray for our girl that she stands firm as we leave this week!
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