This is Lori, by the way.
Took the Smith clan to the airport this morning, so they are headed your way!
Jenn wrote me as she was boarding to let me know they were getting on, and that was about 20 mins ago, so I assume they are now in the air! (as I was writing this Jenn called to say they are all on board and the plane is about to take off…)
And to just be completely honest with you, the kids are scared about going to America. They are beginning to get the picture that things are going to change for them. And really they don't get the half of it. Right now they are most afraid of entering an entire English world. Lots of questions about what languages they would hear on the airplane and how would they be able to communicate once they get to America.
Last night Jenn had a family "this is what tomorrow will look like" meeting. She told them that some of you will be there to greet them and that you love them very much. She explained that you love her and Mark and thus you love them too and are very excited about their homecoming. She explained that there will be hugs and greetings of "Hi" and "We're so glad you're here." This information was met with a bit of hesitation. I really think they will respond well to you, but please keep in mind that they are scared, everything is new and overwhelming. Offer hugs, but please don't be offended if they are met with hesitation and/or resistance. Remember these kids aren't from the South and they are just now beginning to learn what family is--and you get to be a part of that. SO COOL!
If you want to try your hand at some Russian as you see them "Privet" means hi and "Ya rod (like the fishing pole. and 'roda' if you are a girl) ooveedit vas" (phonetically) means "I am glad to see you"
Mark, I have heard each of your children express great excitement about seeing you soon, so know that you are loved and missed!
I assume the next post will be from the Smiths stateside and TOGETHER!!!!
And know my prayers remain with you...maybe I'll make the blog again in May ;o)
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