Another Monday But On Wednesday

Mary Beth Playing outside today!!!

Today was a fair day this morning until the wind came up. Mary wanted to play outside so I sent her to run out some of that heavy energy she produces. She was obviously enjoying her self. I felt a little gloomy today as it was another Monday, except it was really Wednesday. I ran papers everywhere and chased papers as well.

Also, my dear Mama passed away three years ago today. I suppose my sister and I became orphaned on that day.....although we were adults when she died. My sweet little Daddy passed away on January 11TH of that same year, just a few months before she went. I think living without him after fifty years was just more than Mom could take. So, she went on home to my Daddy and Jesus.

One thing I know is that they are in approval of what we are doing with Katie Aunna and I feel confident of that fact. They were such loving people and were proud of us for helping little children have a home. In fact, they were a bit surprised we were adopting our Annie, but, two days before he passed away, Dad told me he was proud of me and then warned me not to "bite off more than I could chew".

I promised him I knew my child limit. He told me that he hoped I did as he knew how sweet kids are and it's hard to say that's enough. He also told me that he and Mom wanted to fill every place around the table with a child.....ha ha. So, although he may have acted conservative, he wished that he and Mom had done the exact same thing.

Tonight, I wrote to the translator in Russia. Maybe, tomorrow I will hear back some news, in regard to Katie Aunna. I miss her so much and can not wait to hold her in my arms once again. All of her pretty clothes are washed now and in her drawers and closet. Her bed is made and waiting for her to sleep in it. I have prepare all my favorite clothes of hers to take with us to Russia.

Karissa keeps begging us to let her go with us. She tells me that Katie Aunna needs to be with another child so she won't be afraid. I am thinking she may be right, as Katie Aunna might feel more confident, seeing Karissa calm during travel with all the new changes. They would probably enjoy each other greatly. I am thinking seriously about it;-).

Duane went and got Karissa's passport out of the bank safety box. My biggest concern is Karissa will need surgery on her ear this Friday and I am not sure how this will affect her ability travel in an air plane for all those hours. Guess I will consult with her specialist this Friday. Keep her in your prayers as she undergoes this surgery. I love my little girl so much and am so sad she must have her 4th surgery on this ear. Many blessings to all!!!!