Today was the first day of preschool for Josee and Natalie. As we arrived, Valerie was fitted to be tied. The ever nervous mother hoping that it will all be fine. The girls had new blankets and pillow pets to go with them. Yea school, was the mantra. Yea, Mrs. Fox (school director).
Mrs. Fox showed us the door rather quick and told us to call later. So instead of worrying all morning, we spent it running up Animas Mountain. This was a first for us. We have not had any time as a couple since we picked them up in the DRC. I am not complaining, but it was rather refreshing despite doing two loops up and down the mountain.
After our run, we called to check on the girls. No problems. No crying, fussing or anything like it. Just plain ole fun at preschool. This was such a relief to Valerie, as she was so worried about how they would do. Now we just had to wait until the end of the day.
After picking up our older daughters we headed to get Josee and Natalie. As we pulled up they were fully engaged on the swings. Walking through the gate, Natalie saw us first. Running in her funny way that she does she stopped at the slide set and began climbing and showing her skills. No hug, just play. Josee almost refused to acknowledge us, as she was engaged in swinging. Just like our older daughters, leaving preschool was about to become a challenge. If they only knew that going home now would result in a trip to Baskin Robins.
School completed, kids rounded up and a trip to get ice-cream. Both are requesting to go back to school tomorrow which is good since they are lined up to go. So here are two little girls who have only been in the USA for 5 weeks and they are experiencing a new and very different life. I wonder what they are thinking? This is not how it was supposed to be for them. I have heard so many people say that they are lucky. This is so not the case. We are lucky that God has blessed us with them.
It has been a while since I have written, but it has been hard to get anything but cleaning and doing laundry. Only this week did we actually feel like there is some breathing room. Thank God for school.
So I my title is firsts. Here are some of the firsts.
A pro bike race attended
School attended successfully
"Oh my gosh Kate, I can't believe it." Josee
rang cow bells like Tour de France fans
most likely their first going to school pics
wearing jean jackets
school clothes shopping
hugging the dogs and letting them lick them
sledding down a hill on sleds (No snow yet)
I am sure there is more, as they are learning English so quickly. I will post pictures soon.
Mrs. Fox showed us the door rather quick and told us to call later. So instead of worrying all morning, we spent it running up Animas Mountain. This was a first for us. We have not had any time as a couple since we picked them up in the DRC. I am not complaining, but it was rather refreshing despite doing two loops up and down the mountain.
After our run, we called to check on the girls. No problems. No crying, fussing or anything like it. Just plain ole fun at preschool. This was such a relief to Valerie, as she was so worried about how they would do. Now we just had to wait until the end of the day.
After picking up our older daughters we headed to get Josee and Natalie. As we pulled up they were fully engaged on the swings. Walking through the gate, Natalie saw us first. Running in her funny way that she does she stopped at the slide set and began climbing and showing her skills. No hug, just play. Josee almost refused to acknowledge us, as she was engaged in swinging. Just like our older daughters, leaving preschool was about to become a challenge. If they only knew that going home now would result in a trip to Baskin Robins.
School completed, kids rounded up and a trip to get ice-cream. Both are requesting to go back to school tomorrow which is good since they are lined up to go. So here are two little girls who have only been in the USA for 5 weeks and they are experiencing a new and very different life. I wonder what they are thinking? This is not how it was supposed to be for them. I have heard so many people say that they are lucky. This is so not the case. We are lucky that God has blessed us with them.
It has been a while since I have written, but it has been hard to get anything but cleaning and doing laundry. Only this week did we actually feel like there is some breathing room. Thank God for school.
So I my title is firsts. Here are some of the firsts.
A pro bike race attended
School attended successfully
"Oh my gosh Kate, I can't believe it." Josee
rang cow bells like Tour de France fans
most likely their first going to school pics
wearing jean jackets
school clothes shopping
hugging the dogs and letting them lick them
sledding down a hill on sleds (No snow yet)
I am sure there is more, as they are learning English so quickly. I will post pictures soon.
YEAH!!! We've missed your posts!!! Yes I know we get to see you and talk and all that now, but your posts are such an encouragement to me and such a reminder of God's faithfulness!!! So glad that J & N had a great first few days of preschool. We prayed lots for that!!! Continuing to pray for all of you as you settle in to the new family life. Praying that J & N KNOW God's love through your love to them and that they are able to let go of fear and anxiety and walk in trust and love.
ReplyDeleteLove you,
Gracie and gang