We began the puzzle fundraiser back in June. I remember seeing the empty spot on our table. I remember smiling as the first few pieces took their place. I remember loving seeing Levi's face appear, then Noah's...but feeling a sense of great joy at the sight of Ruslan's face and waiting for what seemed like eons to see Andrey's face appear. Now that all faces (four) we adore are on the board, it is beginning to feel a lot like reality. We are waiting for word from Kiev about our dossier. We pray that it will be approved soon without trouble and that they will give us an appointment date very soon. The longer we wait, the longer they wait. The thought of Andrey in that orphanage is killing me. I feel very secure with where Ruslan is because I know the people who operate the TLC and they are wonderful, Christian people who truly care about those kids. If you haven't checked out jeremiahshope.org, you really need to. It's a wonderful ministry that I would highly recommend you become a part of in some way. Sponsor a child this year. The experience will be a blessing for both of you.
We are hoping to get the rest of Andrey on the puzzle quickly, as the bulk of our expense is coming up very soon, we hope (travel to Ukraine). Please consider buying a piece of Andrey today! It looks like there are about 28 pieces of him left to go. Once he is complete, we will put the rest of the puzzle "on sale." We hope to have this puzzle completed by the time we travel so that we can frame it and put it up in our home as a reminder that so many open hearts brought these boys home. We are forever grateful for the encouragement and support we receive from those near and far. I am overwhelmed by how God has blessed us. He continues to show His faithfulness to us each step of the way.
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