Well tomorrow is the big day. Everyone was thinking Jim's birthday right? Well it is my birthday but it is also the day we get Max for good. We should be busy during the day and Our flight for Kiev departs at 6:10 p.m. local time. We are so glad we are flying back. I think we will have our hands full with Max. We can't wait though. We presented our gifts to the orphanage staff and had Maxim's farewell celebration with his group today. It was really neat. It was the first time they let us enter the room. Before today all we had done was peek in whenever they would
bring him out. You can see a picture of the door to the left. They also allowed us to take pictures. I did not post any of the ones with his group but we can show them later. Later they allowed us to go back in and take pictures of the group room while the children were gone to the bathroom. That's right they do everything together. We think Max will miss his friends for a little while. He'll be just fine once we get him home to his new family and friends. In the pictures you can see the kitchen area, a play area and their toys. You can also see his bed. We got to see his injured
finger for the first time today. While the kids were playing at the party his bandages came off. It is healing but you can tell it was a significant injury to the tip of his middle finger. I would guess it would have required stiches if we were at home. Hopefully it will heal properly. We found out yesterday from Olga that when we get to Kiev we will be staying at the home of one of the main facilitators. Her name is Galya. We were kind of hoping we would get to meet her while we were here so it looks like we will. She is the one who translated our dossier (both times). We are already
packed and ready for tomorrow. Thanks for all of the love and continued support. Hopefully we can post again on Saturday from Kiev. We have our appointment with the U.S. Embassy on Tuesday morning and are still planning on trying to fly home Wednesday. We will keep everyone posted. We won't confirm our tickets until we get back to Kiev.
Well tomorrow is the big day. Everyone was thinking Jim's birthday right? Well it is my birthday but it is also the day we get Max for good. We should be busy during the day and Our flight for Kiev departs at 6:10 p.m. local time. We are so glad we are flying back. I think we will have our hands full with Max. We can't wait though. We presented our gifts to the orphanage staff and had Maxim's farewell celebration with his group today. It was really neat. It was the first time they let us enter the room. Before today all we had done was peek in whenever they would 
bring him out. You can see a picture of the door to the left. They also allowed us to take pictures. I did not post any of the ones with his group but we can show them later. Later they allowed us to go back in and take pictures of the group room while the children were gone to the bathroom. That's right they do everything together. We think Max will miss his friends for a little while. He'll be just fine once we get him home to his new family and friends. In the pictures you can see the kitchen area, a play area and their toys. You can also see his bed. We got to see his injured 
finger for the first time today. While the kids were playing at the party his bandages came off. It is healing but you can tell it was a significant injury to the tip of his middle finger. I would guess it would have required stiches if we were at home. Hopefully it will heal properly. We found out yesterday from Olga that when we get to Kiev we will be staying at the home of one of the main facilitators. Her name is Galya. We were kind of hoping we would get to meet her while we were here so it looks like we will. She is the one who translated our dossier (both times). We are already 
packed and ready for tomorrow. Thanks for all of the love and continued support. Hopefully we can post again on Saturday from Kiev. We have our appointment with the U.S. Embassy on Tuesday morning and are still planning on trying to fly home Wednesday. We will keep everyone posted. We won't confirm our tickets until we get back to Kiev.
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Oh my goodness, I am so excited to be the first one to post today!!! I beat Kris, Ali, and everyone! Haha! Anyways, I just wanted to let you know that I have talked with LaDonna today and we have decided that Saturday June 9th at Noon we will have a party at our house. She said that she had talked to you and that you didn't want to wait any longer than that to let everyone meet Max! I am so excited and can't wait till you get here! Of course we have our trampoline and swingset ready so that Max can play with all his family and friends! If you need anything between now and then please let us know, if not we'll see you next Saturday. EVERYONE IS INVITED -- PLEASE COME!
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Jim and Iris,
We are so excited that you have started your journey home with Max. What a wonderful birthday present!
See you soon.
Allison, Rex, Rex, Ryan
You should have Max by now and be on your way to Kiev. We are so excited and look forward to picking you up at the airport. We love you.
Mom & Pops
It is 3pm Kiev time! I am so happy for you! Wondering if he is in your arms and on his first big journey! With tears of joy I can't wait to see you 3 your journey has been inspiring and amazing! Praying your trip is safe and peaceful. I had to look twice at Galya's name, it's real close to Gala! It is so neat to see God at so many corners. Now the new count down begins for you to be home. We love you guys. Dawn
Congratulations Guys! Have a wonderful and safe trip home. Can't wait to meet the newest member of your family.
Morgan's disappointed she's not in class next year with Casey or Colton. Iris you were right about Morgan loving Mrs. Hart. She's really going to miss having her next year.
Anyway, I know you all will be having tons of family time this summer, but hopeful we'll see you soon.
Take Care and God Bless you and your entire family.
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