Ode to Many

Greetings from sunny Ukraine. I know a lot of you would like some pics on the post, however, we must wait until later in the process. We visited the orphanage today, as usual, and had a great time. It is really hard to believe that we have only known them for five days. When we get home, I will share the extraordinary feelings that you go through trying to get to know your children in this way. It will bring you to your knees. (Mostly because they don't know where to aim the ball when they throw) I wanted to stop and thank some of you for your posts. I am sure that I will leave out many, but please know that Amanda and I read them everyday. It warms our heart.

Tip of the Day for International Adopters: Your new children will learn to say Please and Thank You very quickly. Please means I get a Cherrio and Thank You means that I will get another because you crazy Americans are proud of me for saying three words.

Cara - PAP, Hang in there, you will be here at the right time.
Kea - ROL update tomorrow. Hey to Kylie
Lee - That delicious crispy smell is a little bit of Shake and a little bit of Bake
Dana - E-mail me, check with Ron or Steve
Steve - Where have you been, get back on line
Shirley - The babies will fill the house and the yard
The Bucks - You are a great example.
Mel & Jason & Grant - Go Get Them! Your friends have become our friends. We miss you
Katie - Amanda remembers and is proud that you are a teacher.
Meadowbrook Baptist - We can't wait to get home. Please block off a whole section.
Bro. Ron - Will need your help on the sidelines this fall.
Grandparents - Babuska's and Daibuska's - You will love these kids.
The Bush's - You are so sweet to my family. You encourage us with your words and actions.
Ron, Jan, Savannah - God is Cool ! next time we pray for, be specific with numbers.
Leah & Brenda - Keep Wanda calm.
June Calame aka Grandmother - Can't wait to see you.
Jeremy, Christie and Caroline - We need strategies.
The Whitfields - Your posts are so encouraging. Thanks for trying to help us. Will know more
soon.
Alpha Gam Girls - Amanda has a plan everyday. Did you guys know this before we married?
Number 1 is just like her.
Uncle John's Family - Glad that Christmas is at your house this year. Get ready Aunt Janet.
Kelley and JT - Get Martha to give you my e-mail.
Sharon - I love you. Hey to DRE
Faulkners- Keep the posts and prayers coming.
James & Suzanne - James - now I know how nervous you were when you married Amanda and
I. Suzanne - GO EAGLES! Thanks for the church update.
The Huckabees- They are a different four. Keep the faith.
Kim - Your words always touch my heart. See you on Thursdays this fall.
George, Jay,Whit, and JB - Your e-mails are very important to me . Keep them coming and keep
me up to date. I miss you guys.
OM Football Players - The coaches are reporting great things. Build the Family. FINISH. I can't
wait to see you again. Let me hear from you sometime.
Coaches - Thanks for everything that you are doing. We need to start a daycare.
Martha - Thanks for the talks. Please update babysitting license.
Randolph - Have fun at the Master's
Big Lee - One has hunter written all over him.
OM Family - You are the best.
SP Family - Glad you made it through one visit. Keep up the good work and hang in there.
Scott - Oreo's are on the agenda.
Ron G. - I know you know
Andy and Terri - Yours will be soon. Thanks for the calls. Amanda says get ready, you will be
sore.
Mark and DJ - Go dawgs!
Helena & Christy - Keep James straight.
James - We love and miss you. What did you decide? Get the grades right.
Sholmi & Nama - Our new Isreali friends - She is a beautiful princess.



I know I have missed many. Please know that Amanda and I love you and miss you.