Medical Check Day

It feels like it has been a big day, but it only took the morning to complete the medical check. We were with 40 other families and they had quite the system. Our guide encouraged us to be bold, hold our place in line and not worry that we didn't have the paperwork needed. She was right, they got us the paperwork before needed and the processes was quicker than we expected when we saw the packed room. She warned us that the children would not like one of the required steps, but Craig handled it just fine because the doctor handed him 2 toys. That was all the distraction he needed from her poking and prodding.

I was particularly touched today by the 40 families loving on these 40 children that this culture has set aside because of their "special needs." These are precious children, with love to give. It was very special to watch.

Our chuckle for the day just happened a few minutes ago. I tried Facebook and got on Leya's account. We were so excited! Leya jumped up and posted a message along with reading about five messages, and then it was gone. It felt like we had rejoined the world for but a moment. We laughed about how much that little contact meant. It reminded me of when my family lived in Europe. If a letter arrived, we all joined around and read the letter. It was our connection to home. In today's vernacular, Facebook was our connection to home if only for a moment.

Leya is heading off to a meeting, so Nana & Craig are going to have us some play time. We're tired but joyous and loving on Mr Craig! jo