Monday, April 4, 2011

And for Monday's Tricks......................

We left for Children's Home today armed with more goodies. When we arrived she was sleeping - again!
She was not too happy to be woken up, but after a new book and a large beach ball she perked up!



We brought chocolate cakes as she asked us - spoiled already! We were amazed when she dipped her hand in the box, and proceeded to take a cake to every child before she took one for herself! 



When she did finally eat hers it was obvious why she asked for chocolate!



15 kids eating chocolate cakes makes a big mess, but the kids jumped back in their cribs on command so the caregiver's ("didis") could clean up. We are surprised every day at how well behaved the children are!


Slowly she is starting to come to us. It is so hard not to scoop her up and kiss her, but we have to let her figure it out in her own time.



We had to cut the visit a little short today as we had our first appointment at the US Embassy. It was our first time venturing inside the Ring Road to the City Center and what a crazy ride it was. Traffic is unbelievable. Imagine a NYC taxi ride but on narrow unpaved roads with no rules, huge potholes and cows walking and crossing wherever they want! You see some very depressing sights!

Everything went well at the Embassy so now we are off to much needed happy hour!

10 comments:

  1. Chocolate!! A girl after our own hearts. Wait till she learns about shoes and purses!! Raya is so adorable and just can't wait for hugs and kisses. I'm so glad that Aruna is taking such good care of you. Love Carol (Auntie)

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  2. HI OVER THERE. BOY DID ALL THE KIDS LOVE THE CHOCOLATE. SUCH A UNSELFISH LITTLE GIRL TO SHARE BEFORE SHE HAS HERS DADDY SAID SHE IS SUCH A LITTLE DARLING AND SO SO CUTE GLAD YOU ARE GOING TO HAPPY HOUR BECAUSE YOU TWO NEED IT. HUGS AND KISS TO ALL, GRANNY AND GRANDAD

    NEED IT.

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  3. Hi.What a fantastic day you must have had !!.How cute is Rachanas dancing-definately going to be a little gymnast,I want her in my gym tots class.You never know she may be able to join in one of my classes when you visit. How cool would that be.
    Cant begin to imagine how hard it must be not to give her a big hug but your right it has to come from her and sure it wont be too long as she looks so relaxed with you and you bring chocolate!!!!.
    Have another great day tomorrow-hopefully she will be awake when you arrive and I look forward to catching up with you tomorrow.Cant wait to show uncle Lee when he gets in. lots of luv Deb xxxxxxx

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  4. What exciting news...glad things are going well and moving along...Burberry glasses...UGG boots and ....Coach purse....she do just fine!! Take care...Janice

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  5. Hi Mike and Danielle
    2nd try so you may end up with 2 messages.Rachana's moves are definately better than yours Mike.I'm so happy to see all your dreams coming true.Rachana may not have had the best start in life but there is no doubt she has a wonderful future ahead.You will make a great Mum and Dad with so much love to give. How sweet to give out all the chocolate first. Wish I could come to Happy Hour with you and celebrate. Take care lots of love Lynne xxx
    lots of love

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  6. We are so excited for all of you! She's beautiful! xoxox Cara & Joann

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  7. D,M, & R:
    I LOVE your blog posts! and I love the pictures ad videos. This experience looks so amazing and I am excited for the three of you. I see you have made lots of children happy with your visits and treats :) SIMPLY AMAZING. Keep up the great posts...we are all following!

    Love,
    Fano

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  8. She is absolutely beautiful! Sounds like you are having a wonderful start to your adventure as parents! We can't wait to meet Rashana and see you both soon! Enjoy this special time...
    Love,
    Jon, Heather, James, Christopher & Emma
    xxxxx

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  9. Glad to hear all is going well.

    She's a little sweet heart.

    Jen

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  10. Hi...She is adorable!!! I can't wait for you to come back so we can take Raya shopping! Be safe and talk to you soon! Love you! xoxo Jen H.

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