Picking up the pep for packing.

Less than a week for our return to Ukraine! It makes me laugh secretly when people still call it "The Ukraine." Do we live in "The Utah?" are we traveling through "The Amsterdam?" I wonder where calling that originated from. I will drop the rant and move forward. I am amazed and thankful of the outpour of support and donations to help our process with the adoption. Every little bit helped, and will help pay a portion of our travel, mandatory Orphanage donations, passport and visa, and medical visit.

I have been getting many questions about how Sasha has reacted to a sibling. I can say she is very much on board, and excited as can be.  She has no idea how hard this transition is going to be, but she does give us advice about what to expect. 

Sasha: Mom?

Mom: yes?

Sasha: our new child is going to need new clothes. He/she won't come with many. 

Mom: Oh, ok. Should we go pick out clothes for them?

Sasha: Yes. Also, He/She will be afraid of the dogs. It will take he/she a minute to get used to them.

I have so much love for Sasha. So much. She is so sensitive to other's needs. She will be a great sister with such a good natured soul.

I have already started the packing process. In between working, I will be packing, co-op @ Sasha's school, bathing the dogs, getting the house ready for house sitters, finding time with Sasha, until we embark on our flight this Friday.