Friday, May 21, 2010 at 5:01pm (posted on facebook)
Well, we could not have begun to guess what God had in store for us today. We got to the orphanage at 11:45, went into the "special room" and Kristina was not there. We talked a few minutes, and then in the door comes Kristina, with a woman. The moment I looked up, I instantly knew who it was, it was her biological mother. I couldn't believe it. Kristina could not wait to introduce us. There was not facilitator or translator present, so it was very difficult to communicate. We called our facilitator who was at court, and she came running over. This visit was not scheduled in any way and would not have happened if others had known. Jon and I had prayed for information and wished we could have some contact. Kristina and her mom talked and hugged and cried together. Kristina gave her some photos and we exchanged addresses. Her mom is ill, and is not able to care for Kristina. It gave her such peace to meet us and to see our family photos. She gave us her blessing and we felt Gods presence the entire time. Both Jon and I were at complete peace with this meeting and everyone around us was totally FREAKING OUT!!!! As most of you know, we have been being prepared for this over the years, so it was all OK, and a complete blessing to us and Kristina and her birth mother. PRAISE GOD! So, even though that can't begin to explain our day, we also got to spend time giving gifts to the orphans today. Beautiful children, beautiful spirits. Longing eyes, needing lots of hugs. We will be coming back, as we found out today that papers for her will not be quick enough for one trip. It is OK. We hope our church and friends will rally around these kids and help us bring back more clothing and items to bless them. They are in real need! Your small gifts are like a million dollars to them. A simple glow bracelet, was in huge demand and the excitement was overwhelming. Got to go to bed. We head to Kirovograd in the AM to purchase shoes for as many as we can.
God bless and thanks for all the prayers.
Love, Jon and Linda
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