Well ok maybe I'm exaggerating a bit...but today was a pretty good day. We really just hung out and enjoyed each other's company. Jhon-Fredy and I spent a little time in the park and then did some shopping. Anji is very 'anti-bib' and does not appreciate any help when it comes to eating. Which makes for extremely anxious mealtimes (especially when soup is served with pretty much every meal) and A LOT of laundry. So Jhon-Fredy and I went down to the store on a mission to see if we could find a bib that Anji would wear. We picked out one that I thought would be a total success but when we got back and started in on lunch - no dice. She wanted nothing to do with it. I suggested to Donna since she really enjoys putting on (and taking off) her clothes - especially jackets - we should just buy a raincoat and let her have at it. we'll see what we can do with the bib over the next couple of days...
We also bought Jhon-Fredy a ball cap which after we left the store he immediately asked me to take a picture of him (seen below):
While we were gone apparently Donna and Carol had some really good mother-daughter time and Carol seems to be doing a little better with things. Although she had her moments when she seemed miles away, she was giving hugs throughout the day and tonight she fell asleep lying between Donna and I with her arm around Donna and holding my hand. This kid is something else. She also has taken to doing somersaults on our bed:
And as for our darling little Anji...she had the typical Anji day. She is really something else. At one point she was running around the hotel room naked and would not allow anyone to assist her with getting her clothes (and diaper) back on and was getting more and more frustrated with the fact that she couldn't get them back on herself. She is definitely a hoot.
Is it me or is there just something about kids in sunglasses that parents can't get enough of? I know I keep posting these but the kids are fascinated with my sunglasses!
Here's Anji at one of her more 'clothed' points of the day (I believe at this point we were up to 3 layers):
After thinking about it I've realized that you may be curious as to what our surroundings look like. Here's a few shots from one of the main drags in Bogotá. It's just amazing how beautiful it is with the surrounding mountains in the background:
Well that's about it for now. Tomorrow our escort Mario is taking us to the zoo and I've got the video camera fired up and ready. Apparently, the kids will be able to interact with the animals - including milking some cows! Jhon-Fredy told Mario that he is very interested in riding a pony.
Good night to everyone and thanks for keeping us in your prayers and thoughts,
Scott
Every piece of news thrills our hearts. we pray for your family often and so appreciate the daily posts. Thank you so much for being real and sharing your Colombia life experiences. It just continues to build our excitement.
Donna, Scott & Ninos!
I enjoy your stories...and am learning from your experiences and great ideas for our own journey to Colombia hopefully soon!
Carol falling asleep in both your arms is beautiful - and such a great step towards strong attachment! Your children are beautiful!
Thanks for the updates!
Love the pictures. Jhon-Fredy looks like he's ready for some backyard wiffle ball. Since Carol likes to somersault on your bed, Marnie can take her to Baltimore when she takes her trapeze lessons. You are right about the sun glasses. Anji would win anyone's heart. Love reading your posts each day -- love the five of you!
Unc
Krebs Family:
I have enjoyed reading about your journey! The pictures bring back such great feelings of our time there. You all must be staying near or at the Hotel Paris? We also had Mario ( I am thinking it is the same person) as an escort on some trips. My husband and a small group went to a soccer game with Mario and had so much fun!
Enjoy your time in Colombia!
Nicole
Mom to Anthony, Ayudame 2007
Donna and Scott,
Hi. It's Jill, Heidi's sister-in-law (Bullzy's sister). She was telling me about the kids today and pulled up the blog for me to see the pics. I just read your entire blog from the beginning. I am so happy for you both (well actually- all 5 of you). Those kids are so lucky to have you as parents. They seem like great kids and gezzzz are all 3 of them BEAUTIFUL!!!! I hope to meet them some day over at Heidi and Bullzy's. My kids (Anna and Johnny) would love to play with them.
Best of luck traveling back to Pittsburgh. You have done an amazing thing for the kids. Your story has deeply touched my heart.
Safe travels home,
Jill McShane
Thank you for such great and encouraging posts! We have been praying for you all daily. Our family favorite regarding bibs is the Baby Bjorn bib that you can order through Amazon.com, but it's actually sold by Target through Amazon. I has a clasp that is very, very difficult for a child to pull off AND a trough to catch all the stuff that doesn't quite make it into their mouths. I love the pictures! The scenery makes me miss Bogota and the pictures of your children make me praise God for bringing your family together!
Praying for you in MN
Hello From The Burgh......
The "bonding" process seems to be going well with the kids. Keep up the good work. All of us can't wait to meet them.
Any word on your expected return date ? We need to know so we can get your house back in order. Craig and I had a little weekend bash at the Kreb's place. (it was all Mark's idea).
Take care and God bless !
Ryan
(Brodyn says hello !)
P.S. Please tell your Father-in-Law to pick one female name for me and stick with it. Before I was Nancy, then he went with Elizabeth, then there was a message on the answering machine yesterday and he chose Betsy. The ability to be comfortable with my man-hood is being severely tested !
Hi Scott & Donna,before we grind our Columbian coffee beans in the AM we rush to read your newsy e-mail. Scott you are such a Gem to take the time to give us updates, we can't even imagine how overwhelmed you both must be. Sounds like you are all bonding nicely, there are bound to be roadblocks but with all the positive and loving care all will work out.We have shard your blogs with some of our grandchildren, Joey knows all the children's names and shows interest. He and Nicholas were here for 2 days and did nothing but catch frogs.Hopefully you can come for a visit, we now have 2 horses and even a pirate ship to play on.
Hugs to all of you, Helga & Bill
donna, scott and kids:
Donna and I have been reading every update as soon as we get into the office. I now have your web page on my computer at home so i can see everything from home. At times i want to cry while reading these because i am so happy for you all!!!!
Wow! I have been so excited to read your posts each day and am amazed what grace you are displaying in such a change in your lives. Keep up the great work with those beautiful children. They are blessed to have you two as their parents.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts and pictures. It feels like we're a part of what you are doing :)
Reading your posts is like keeping up with a wonderful storybook. How cute is Jhon-Freddy in his cap!
Keewan
Hope all goes well the next week. Jennie and I are flying to Nova Scotia tomorrow morning and will, indeed, miss your posts. We'll be thinking about you. Lots of love to ALL five of you.
Unc
Love the pictures and LOVE your blog. It should be a book. It is so wonderful to read about your time. Your insight about the children is fantastic and it is as if you have known them their entire short lifetimes! Ohhh - and Bogota - I love the pics and it makes me want to be there so badly!!! Ok - talk to you soon!