Well, we are finally headed back to Bogotá! Our flight leaves at 11:20 AM (Colombia time). Our agency is still trying to strong arm us into staying where we don't want to stay, so please pray that this issue will resolve itself quickly. I, especially, have no desire to stay one place for one night and them move all of our stuff to our place of choice for another. The challenge has been contacting places in Bogotá from here and we have had several "lost in translation" moments and our in-country contacts in Bogotá have been of no help since we decided that Zuetana was not the place for us. Hopefully, once we either get to the airport or get to Bogotá we can really stand up for ourselves and let them know how important it is that we find a place that is going to work for us, especially since we will be here through August 7 now.
More pressing prayer issues: Samuel was asking Troy yesterday if their foster mother would be coming to Bogotá and then living with us in the U.S. I think that he may go through a bigger bought of homesickness than we anticipated. Daniel has been saying all morning that his stomach hurts and has been really, really crying. Poor baby. He seems to be OK now, he even ate breakfast, but I think that seeing all of the suitcases and not really understanding what is going on might be freaking him out a little. Also, he has been retreating a little more this morning. He might just be tired, but he seems to be back in his own "Daniel Place" where he has been more vibrant and interactive over the past week to ten days. Luis is just afraid of everything so there is no telling how the plane ride will go. And, in the continuing Andrea-health-saga, I woke up with another sore throat that I think is due to drainage because I had an allergy attack last night and couldn't find where I packed the Benadryl, but my chest is starting to feel congested too.
Troy ran to the ATM (for the second time today - the first time it was closed, of course) to get more cash. He may have more thoughts to add to this post, but the next time you hear from us we will be at a higher elevation, in cooler weather and by the grace of God in a hotel near a parque and a supermercado!
P.S. I hate to fly too, so pray that I will be able to comfort my children through my fear!
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I will pray for your safe journey and that you get a decent place to stay for the remainder of your time there. It's funny about parenthood all of the sudden your fears don't matter as much as your children's. You tend to forget about your fear and get all involved in theirs. So don't worry about not being able to comfort the boys on the flight. You and Troy have done a wonderful job so far. Parenthood just seems to be perfectly suited to you. I love you guys. Mom
It's your money that your spending. You can stay wherever you want! Don't give in...it's almost over. All you need is the American visa. It's done. Stand your ground!
Sometimes what seems like the worst possible situation can end up being one of the very things that solidifies you all as a family. The fears and anxiety the boys will probably experience over the next several weeks will also coincide with them recognizing that you and Troy will always be there with them - to comfort their sadness and to share smiles and hugs. You are teaching them something about you both that they will always remember.
I've been keeping up with the blogs and really appreciate how openly you've chosen to share in this journey. Throughout the past year, you two have really opened my eyes to an experience I've never dealt with and your descriptions of the emotions you've gone through have been eye opening. You are examples for the rest of us to learn from.
I wish you all a safe journey home - hope you all feel better and you can find a place for the remaining time. I'm looking forward to meeting your sons!
Sandi H
Many prayers headed your way...
Just wanted to let you know we are still praying for you guys. Can't wait to hear you are home. It'll be here before you know it.
i will DEFINITELY be praying for grace, grace and more grace. don't be afraid to ask for big things from the Lord. an easy trip home with no problems, smooth tranistions for the boys are not beyond his power. and don't be surprised when you recieve them. he is good--all the time. he has already laid out every part of this...and beyond. remember--you're greatest needs for the day (forgivness and salvation) have been met. how will he not give you all else?
Your dad and I are praying that things wiil come together soon for your flight home. It will be worth it when you finally reach your home together as a family!
God will keep you safe during the flights, rest your faith in HIM.
Dad is continuing to recover more each day.
We send our love.
Dad and Sue
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