In what is becoming a tradition, Anya and Den brought food to our Donetsk apartment last night so we could cook a holiday meal together. In case you don't remember, Curt, Eli, Isaac and I spent Thanksgiving with Anya and Den last year. Once again we skyped with family back in America as we prepared dinner. Sasha was elbow-deep in the kitchen with the rest of us. We had chicken, potatoes, bread (Den, there HAS to be bread, right?), and borscht. And mandarin oranges as we cooked; a Ukrainian tradition at a Christmas meal. We all had a wonderful time together.
Today hasn't been as joyful. Sasha is in limbo, which can be a very confusing place. I knew this transition would be difficult for him, and it already is. This hurts a Mama's heart. As much as he wants to do this, actually doing it is hard. Really hard. We will take the overnight train to Kiev on Saturday, a few days earlier than planned, so we can get out of familiar territory. I am thankful for our fantastic friends here in Donetsk and praying for peace for both Sasha and me.
Do you have access to the pics from last summer - remembering the good times with his family might help with his feelings. It is tough when you miss your friends though - I've cried my eyes out those first few months, and I moved here with my family, so I won't say it's easy for the kids, especially when they're older and have formed relationships... I'll be praying for you and him!
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