Amigos!!! Us with Jose's parents, Lilliana and Jaime at the fair.
As with all fairs that we are used to, there were many, many people, so we really had to keep a hold of the boys. They of course wanted to touch everything. We also enjoyed some of the foods that they had there. However, for Joyce, no corndogs, to be found. They also didnt have all the fried foods on a stick. And NO Deepfried cheesecurds!!!! Of course, chicken pizza and chicken were popular foods, as was a favorite for Jose, rice that is cooked inside of a pig! We did try it and it was fantastic. The pork was very tender, and the rice had great flavor.
Diego playing with a balloon. It lasted for about 10 minutes, before it escaped his hand, and drifted away!!!
We picked up a Colombian hat for both Eric and Diego. The boys loved all the music that played throughout the fair grounds, and were dancing and singing to the music. Again, the Colombian pride was displayed everywhere, as many people wore the traditional Colombian hat, as well as many people also wore an accessory that resembles a winter scarf, with some type of Colombian decor. The people sure live up to their saying--- Colombia is Passion! We really need to pick up a few CDs of Colombian Music, to enjoy when we return to the US. Below is a picture of Diego showing off in his new hat.
In the evening, Jose took us to a casino here in Bucaramanga. We found the casino very small, however, even though the $$ were in pesos, most of the machines were the same -- and in English-- as you would find in Wisconsin. Eric was very lucky to win some money on one of the games. This is good as it looks like we will need it for our hotel stay, since the courts are still on strike.
The update that we heard this morning, regarding the courts, is that they did not reach any agreement, and the judges will be talking again on Tuesday and Wednesday. We are praying that they will reach an agreement, as this is now the 3rd week that our adoption process has not moved in the courts. We heard today that there are 100 couples in Colombia right now that are in the adoption process, and are waiting.
Today, since the pools were closed for maintenance, we just hung around the hotel in the morning. While Eric worked in the morning, Joyce entertained the boys with puzzles, books, blocks, bubbles, and also gave them each a new legos car kit. Boy those car kits for 5 yr olds are tough! The boys asked mami to help, and she really struggled. She is still wondering why they put sooo many extra pieces in the box. Also, she doesnt think that the picture included in the box, is the right picture of how the car is supposed to look. The boys cars each look different!!! She just told the boys that it is OK to have the extra pieces. NOTE: dont let Joyce assemble the boys bikes!! In the afternoon we went to the mall. Other than some drinks and snacks, we didnt buy anything. Oh of course we did enjoy some ice cream at a place called "Popsys", it was very good. Diego tried his Strawberry ice cream, and then exclaimed "ohhhhh Delicioso!!!!" I guess he liked it. Other than the ice cream, I dont think the boys really wanted to be there, as they did not behave at all. I think they did everything opposite of what we asked of them. NO it was not because of the language barrier. They fully understood that we wanted them to be good.
Tonight, papi had them cleaning up the room. It was great. There was an awful lot of pointing, and English words, for papi to get his point across to the boys. It took awhile but they got it cleaned up. They really are good helpers. They love to wash dishes, so I hope they enjoy it as much once we are back home.
Tomorrow, we are back on our usual routine of the pool everyday. We will have the best tans of anyone in Wisconsin in October!!
Adios!
Eric Joyce Diego and Jeferson
3 comments:
Busy, busy, busy! It is so great to hear you continue to take in everything around you. Just think of the wonderful memories you will have.
Oh, those courts!! UGH! We were there in 2006 adopting Jake during a strike, and boy did a lot of people get discouraged. It is hard to understand how they can just close everything down. The good news seemed to be that once they decided to start working, they wanted to get through all of their paperwork as quickly as possible so that they didn't get behind. Lets hope that's the case!! Just keep up your great attitudes, and remember what an amazing time this is for your family. It is time you will never have together again in this way, so live it up and enjoy every single minute!!(Doesn't look or sound like you are having a problem with that :)).
With that said, and having been there, we will continue to pray for a resolution to this strike, and that you will be HOME soon.
Enjoy the day!
Patsy, Jon, Will and Jake
Man are you guys ever getting the hang of the Colombian way! Awesome! I miss the days of wondering what to do for the day or the excitement is seeing what you will eat for lunch :) I know it can get long but you really are best off staying where you are and swimming etc! Will keep hopes for your court process to proceed in a timely fashion! Enjoy yourselves, I think you have seen more in one trip than I have in three! Great for you!!!!! Jodi
You guys made me laugh when you talked about trying to assemble the lego cars. Those legos are impossible. But wait till you buy that first big wheel. Those stickers are enough to drive you crazy and the kids just want to ride it but the stickers have to go on....Oh its tramitizing for adults...Keep up the great attitudes before you know it you will be on that plane heading for home. We will continue to pray for your speedy return to the US. I emailed a few pictures to you from last nights powder puff game. It's homecoming week here in Merrill.
Glenda
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