Monday, November 1, 2010

7 days to go....

Today was a good day. We got to visit our little princess, and traffic was even down saving us the typical extra hour in stop and go traffic on the already hour and a half trip. We got to try and feed our daughter, but she wasnt having any of it. She is very comfortable with her caregivers, but afraid of strangers. We are still strangers and understand that. She does warm up to us, but it usually takes a little time.

We then drove her over to the local photographer for her passport picture. She must not have been in a car since being dropped off, because she screamed and then enjoyed seeing all of the sights. The village that she lives in is interesting...roads are terrible, everything is made of soviet-era concrete and rebar and is crumbling around. Of course the women are all dressed up with high heels, full makeup and designer clothes. Always an interesting mix considering the surroundings!

We have tomorrow free to do whatever (which means more reading, some walking around and just counting down the hours) and then we see our princess again on Wednesday. Another day closer to getting her!!!!!

Some pictures...
Our favorite grocery store


Maggie enjoying a Korean meal for dinner


Outside the photography place in Artem

4 comments:

Craig & Kelly said...

you look good Maggie :). Almost here. Whoever would think 7 days could feel long. But before you know it, you will be on a plane to Moscow and then NY.

Jen said...

I'm a mess today, but I'm sitting here crying because I'm sooo happy for you. You are so close to having her home. So sweet!

Bill and Michelle Curran said...

Is that the Artem baby home??? Looks like it....

Maggie and Randy said...

No, its the photography place in the village. Will post pictures of the baby home shortly. :-)