The morning started off with breakfast at a coffeehouse on Vasilevskiy Street. The kids and Karen had pancakes and ice cream and I had a croissant with an Americano, so we all started off happy. Sasha picked us up for our planned day at the Peterhof Palace. We bought tickets for the hydrofoil which is by far the most exciting and scenic way to reach the imperial summer palace. The trip took 45- min. across the Bay of Finland and the kids' eyes were as big as half dollars as we hovered across the ocean to reach our destination. Once we arrived we toured the gardens and parks for several hours. The kids played in the water fountains - there are almost 70 fountains in all - as we took in all the amazing sites. From there we took the kids back to summer camp where we all will wait out the mandatory ten day appeal process. As we pulled up to Dima's camp his friends were eagerly awaiting his arrival. Unexpectedly and surprisingly to me, Dima gave both Karen and I a big hug in front of his friends. Dasha's departure was equally as rewarding with a big smile and hug.
So we're off to Finland by train at 6am and have to get some sleep! Hope the rest of you have a great day while we're off in dreamland.
Love,
Bob
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Hooray - an update! While you were gone I cut my hair off as short as Bob's. I'm trying to become Bob. Next I shall focus on loving myself as a new creation in Christ. You know, like Bob.
ReplyDeleteYour friends back home are rejoicing with you and we look forward to meeting your children! Blessings! Love, Julie
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