While we waited for Nastya to finish up some business we met a couple from California that are here to adopt a baby girl with special needs. Of course Diane knew all about them already from the blogosphere so I had to reassure them she wasn’t a stalker. We had a lot in common so it was nice to compare notes.
Nastya still wasn’t ready so we walked up to some souvenirs stands to do some shopping and we met our new best friend Andrey Krahmalnyi. His English was good and his sales rap was even better so we dropped a wad replacing the stuff that was stolen last time Diane was here. Actually it was very educational as he explained the difference between Russian and Ukrainian artwork. Evidently he goes to the villages to get this stuff so no Made in China stamped on the bottom.
Nastya then took us on a walking tour of the area which mercifully ended at a buffet. The food here is really good and it’s fun trying new stuff. I told her how sad Alona R was to go home last summer and she started to cry. I felt like a heel but at the same time it shows that it’s not all about the money for her. She truly wants to help these children. We talked a little about how we could help Alona R with education when that time comes. She had some ideas for getting her to the States on an exchange program so we asked her to explore that further.
Nastya then took us on a walking tour of the area which mercifully ended at a buffet. The food here is really good and it’s fun trying new stuff. I told her how sad Alona R was to go home last summer and she started to cry. I felt like a heel but at the same time it shows that it’s not all about the money for her. She truly wants to help these children. We talked a little about how we could help Alona R with education when that time comes. She had some ideas for getting her to the States on an exchange program so we asked her to explore that further.
We hope to travel to Schors tomorrow afternoon if we get the referral from the SDA in time. The way Nastya describes the area it won’t be on the Travel Channel any time soon but with the driving here we probably won’t make it anyway. In the event another travel miracle occurs, we’re very much looking forward to meeting Olena and seeing Alona. It will be a great 50th Birthday present for me and did I mention the beer is really good?
We will be out of luck for internet service but we can be reached on the following number at no cost to us. I would suggest using an International calling card on your end.
+38 096 457-2833
+38 096 457-2833
I’ll blog again asap but it may be a while. Miss you all but enjoying the experience. T& D
Note: My editors only feedback on this is that Olena should be spelled Olenna so people pronounce it correctly. I think it looks funny but your feedback is welcomed on this critical decision.
3 comments:
Hi Ted and Diana,
Glad to see you guys made it to Kiev safely. I was a little worried that the Elkghjasdoghdsahgvladadfdsa volcano was going to leave you stranded. Sound like things are going well. Ted you can alway start another blog about beautiful women and beer but it would need pictures. LOL. Take care.
Ted, you are so funny. I love your sense of humor. Tried calling you and Diane a few times today (9:45 pm your time) with no luck. The message says try again. By the way the country code for Ukraine is 011 followed with the number you posted. Just to save time for anyone else trying to call. Although, we haven't reached you yet??
So happy everything is moving along. Can't wait to hear more.
I am thrilled to hear that Alyona wanted to have a J name like her soon to be siblings. It brought tears to my eyes, when I heard she liked and wanted the name Julianna. Julianna was my grandmothers name, she was an immigrate from Norway. Julianna, was so loved by her 10 children. I have always loved that name because my mother talked about her mom with so much love and respect.
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