Andrew Duncan

Andrew Duncan

Friday, July 9, 2010

15 Hour Train Ride

We got on a train at 6:40 pm yesterday and did not arrive in region until 9:50 am this morning talk about a long ride. It was loud, hot and kept stopping it made it almost impossible to sleep not to mention I could hear the man next to us snoring. I saw  so many things that made me appreciate the little things in life. When we got off the train we were meet by Violette and Sasha they took us straight to get the documents needed to visit the orphanage we hit the ground running.  As to my surprise they said are you ready to meet your baby, I was like today and she said yes I was so thrilled I couldn't hardly stand myself the day I have waited for is finally here.  We drove in the gates and all in the parking lot you could see the toys we went in and talked with the director and she gave us information about Duncan, we found out he does have an older sister which still remains with their birth parents.  when they saw that he had down syndrome he was left at the hospital. Duncan has been at that orphange since he was a month old. According to the director he has no health issues other than downs she said he is very active, can feed himself with a spoon and can also dress himself. He started walking at the age of one, hearing all this I was very impressed.  The orphanage was not what a expected at all it was very nice and clean and looked as if all the children were very well cared for, the director seemed to really care about these children.
We walked up stairs with the director we were in a hallway and she went into a room and said here is your mama and papa come, I peeked around the corner and there he was sitting in a little chair at a table playing with toys and eating a cookie, I can not describe the feelings I had it was wonderful.  He was so happy he laughed with us and at us it was wonderful, he is so full of energy I have forgotten what it is like to be around a 2 year old he was wide open and I loved it! I can't wait to see him tomorrow.


                                                         

9 comments:

  1. YEEAAAAHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am so thrilled for you guys!!!! Oh my, what a cutie!!! I can't believe you are there and how comforting to know it is a nice orphanage and they are well cared for. Oh Aimee, what a blessing!!!!!!! PRAISE THE LORD!!!!!

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  2. OMG....He is precious! I am so glad he looks extremely healthy. It appears that he took right up with you guys! Tell him there are alot of people back home waiting to get their hands on him!!!! Congratulations to the both of you!!

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  3. I'm crying my eyes out with happiness! He is just beautiful and perfect! I can't wait to get my arms around him.

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  4. I can't express how excited I am for the two of you but more for little Duncan. From the first time I saw his picture he took my breath away. How awesome that he will be coming to America soon.

    Looking forward to hearing more about your trip.

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  5. He's ADORABLE! And he's doing so well. I'm very happy for you!
    Amy
    RR

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  6. How awesome. Brought tears to my eyes. I am so happy for you both and you new son!

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  7. This is what your family has been working and crying and praying for! Yes, Aimee, I'm tearing up. LOL! I'm SO HAPPY for you all! I have seen God work in incredible ways for you guys on this journey. I can't wait to meet Duncan!

    BTW, I got some good news. Someone in the Ukraine saw Milana and posted on Kari's blog that she talked to her. I know the chances are one in a million that you guys will see Milana, but if you do, please speak to her and smile. Even if she doesn't understand a word you say, it will still make her feel special.

    Here's Kari's blog:

    http://somewherebehindthemorning.blogspot.com/2010/07/adieu.html

    Elise was so thrilled that you were going to meet Duncan TODAY! We are praying for you, Allen and the family here, too. You guys will be back in the U.S. before you know it.

    In Christ:

    Chris B.

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  8. This wonderful news has just made my day....The photos tell it all....Both of you falling in love with your little guy...and he with you.....AMAZING!!!!

    I am also thrilled that so far, it seems like his medical issues are few....That will only help in his adjustment when he gets home....

    "Home"....WOW!!!!!

    Keep posting!!!

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  9. He is SO CUTE! Even cuter than his original photo

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