Wednesday, January 30, 2008

Packing and Praying

We are five days away from our departure to Moscow, and I am in the process of trying to fit everything in a carry-on piece of luggage! Those of you who know me are probably laughing at this. I am known to overpack a bit for all those "in case" situations. So this is truly an adventure for me!

Today I went to the travel clinic at our doctors and escaped the vaccinations they wanted me to get (they'll need to be updated for trip two)but I did walk out with my Cipro prescription (for 'just in case' sickness).
We have secured our clean cash--new bills with no folds or markings; purchased three outfits for her to try on for sizing, along with a Build a Bear with our voices in its paws and other toys for us to play with; and bought postcards of where we live to give to her caregivers. We have our warm clothes and dress clothes for our Minister of Education appointment ready to go. And I have packed meds for ALL the 'in case' moments. Steve is working on making sure we will have all computer and phone capabilites once we are there. And he is putting together a little photo album of us/our home to leave with her.

Please keep us in your prayers---we feel your love and support during this incredible time in our life. What would we do without the family of God?

with much love,
Karen

"Don't be afraid! For the Lord your God has arrived to live among you. He is a mighty Savior. He will rejoice over you with great gladness. With His love, he will calm all your fears. He will exult over you by singing a happy song."
Zeph. 3:16-17

10 comments:

Sheryl Kenoyer said...

I am so incredibly excited for you both! I am continuing to pray for open doors/closed doors and that your time there will be very revealing. I cannot wait to see pictures and to hear your story! Safe travel and God's Blessings!

Anonymous said...

Well, you guys are at the airport, so I hope you find this when you arrive. I can't wait to hear all about your little one, as I know God is working everything out for you and her. Can't wait for the next update!

K-lynn

Anonymous said...

We are so excited for you and we can't wait to hear about your little girl. We pray that you have a safe trip. We love you.
Mel,Mal and Mal 3

Anonymous said...

Well, we know you have arrived there by now and are making your may to see your little girl. We are eagerly waiting your next update blog. Praying all is working to plan.
Love,
Laura, Greg, Taylor, Roxy

Anonymous said...

I am picturing you in your Russian hat and loving it! Can't wait to hear how things are going over there! Love!

Randall

Anonymous said...

Keeping tabs on your schedule and thinking about you three and the time your going to be together! Sending love and prayers your way.

Rhonda,Danny,Charles,James and Mom(Easther)

Anonymous said...

Keeping tabs on your schedule , Knowing you three will be together soon! Sending love and prayers your way
Mom, Rhonda, Danny, Charles, James and Abby

Anonymous said...

We know you've met our little angel by now and eagerly await some news! Prayers and love from all of us-
Michelle and Steve, Caroline, Laura, Jules and Stephen, Abby and Sean

Anonymous said...

You have been in our thoughts and prayers all week. I know that God is
right there with you throughout this
amazing journey. We're looking forward to hearing all about it.

Love, Chris and Rebecca

Sheldon Family said...

Karen,

I haven't seen your name on the AW site and I was hoping you would be in contact while in Russia. I pray everything went good for you and your husband. Both of you have been in our thoughts and prayers.
Melissa