Tom and I have this running joke. . . that we will pathetically only be able to identify which days we did what here, by which episodes of Lost we watched on that given day. We reluctantly began watching season 1, thinking we might as well watch and see if we can finish by the time we leave here. . .it has been merely 3 days and we are nearly finished! Apparently we got sucked in. Tom and I just found out that one of the staff here has seasons 2 and 3 too! Exciting news. =)
Sunday was a great day. I carried Adam to Calvary Chapel Jinja (which is just down the road from Amani) where we all fellowshipped with other believers. Its been such a great time getting to experience different churches, meeting the local people as well as the missionaries who have been serving here for quite some time. Most people here are warm and welcoming and ready to give you a firm handshake too. We worshiped in both Lugandan and English, JB (the Ugandan pastor there) preached, and Adam was lasting...until he threw a fit because he wanted more biscuits. I exited quietly (at least I thought I did) and tried to listen as best I could from the grassy area outside--all the while pointing to birds, listening to barking dogs, and taking video of this 1 year old who likes to repeat everything I say. He is so funny.
The boys have ben upstairs with us in the volunteer house occasionally. They play and are pretty hilarious. Anytime you say "goodbye!" both Adam and Hunter will turn and look at you and immediately say, "byebye!" really loudly and walk or run away. They always come back, looking like they've been on some expedition, so official and pleased with themselves.
The other day all the babies/toddlers were outside on the grass by the sidewalk, and we said, "goodbye!". Like clockwork, they ALL followed eachother down the sidewalk and practically to the front gate. When they returned, all were smiling, waving and proud. =) So cute.
Today was Kampala, once again. This time was mainly for Tom though, as I have yet to recieve my ruling. We met Mr. Otim, the minister of gender, who will be writing the recommendation letter for us to get a passport. Tom hopes to recieve the letter tomorrow if all goes well. I was happy to have at least gotten to meet him in advance, that way he knows my face, and I also know a little bit more of what to expect when my time comes around.
I saw the lawyer today. I will be heading to high court again on Wed the 3rd at 9am. I hope that after his positive ruling (Lord willing), I can get a written ruling THAT DAY, or the next. The sooner the better! because then I can get this passport ball rolling.
Adam is still giving out kisses to me, and actually SMILING when he sees me coming to get him. He is so very serious so much of the time. He is cracking more and more each new day, I can tell-- and what a blessing for me to see.
There are little babies in the preemie room who come out a couple times a day and lay on the soft mats in the main room, for a change of scenery I think. There is a little baby named Daniel who is so very small. He has around 7 teeth though! I thought for sure he was only a couple months old, but found out that he is actually more like 9 months. The poor boy is teething, feverish, and has a spit tongue which makes him unable to suck his milk. I was able to hold him and talk to him and feed him his milk/cereal from a big boy cup. He drank so well despite his problems and seemed glad for food!
Continue to pray for these little babies who are so very small and malnurished. So many just need to be touched--their eyes light up by just that physical contact and attention. These women here do a fantastic job at taking care of the children--meeting their needs, loving them, but there are only so many Mamas to go around. Pray that these children can all be matched with loving families!
**Lost update: unfortunately, the dvd player has decided to be pisnickery tonight and not play the rest of our episode! I am thankful that is the only problem we are having though...perspective, perspective.
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