tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5355190028417630847.post1383467218744541006..comments2023-09-03T08:16:23.116-06:00Comments on God's Plan: Adoption from Ukraine: Open Wide!Heidi and Felixhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12302679755368904534noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5355190028417630847.post-62873355839572987342009-01-19T16:31:00.000-07:002009-01-19T16:31:00.000-07:00Wish our dentist visits were as smooth. Welp, we'...Wish our dentist visits were as smooth. Welp, we're still tuned in. Can't wait to get back in touch!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5355190028417630847.post-51787997616007366002009-01-19T13:17:00.000-07:002009-01-19T13:17:00.000-07:00How many Becky and Nadia's do you think are in Ukr...How many Becky and Nadia's do you think are in Ukraine???? <BR/><BR/>By the way.... it is MONDAY! (Read your blog.... I am waiting for something new!)bdnp3827https://www.blogger.com/profile/10729659304793402285noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5355190028417630847.post-6199116796871386042009-01-16T18:07:00.000-07:002009-01-16T18:07:00.000-07:00That is great about the dentist. We too were bles...That is great about the dentist. We too were blessed when we went to the dentist, only one small cavity. Thanks for the update! I too enjoy hearing how everyone is doing.Kevin and Pamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08150633223236062677noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5355190028417630847.post-27455443970985305952009-01-16T14:38:00.000-07:002009-01-16T14:38:00.000-07:00Your seen straight through me Felix. It was all I...Your seen straight through me Felix. It was all I could do to fight the tears back and just hug them tight. They were cautious of the grandma lady at the dental office! I did ask Dr. Kelson what contributed to the no cavities. He said orphanage children don't usually have all the candy and pop, sugar stuff that other kids have. Keeps them cavity free. Hopefully that will be the case for all. Grandma at the Dental office, love LindaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5355190028417630847.post-53553184610500286452009-01-16T09:44:00.000-07:002009-01-16T09:44:00.000-07:00I'm in on the "book deal", if you can tolerate my ...I'm in on the "book deal", if you can tolerate my name being attached along side yours. MattMatt and Aimeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11623245889438716616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5355190028417630847.post-25452213450941561782009-01-14T22:20:00.000-07:002009-01-14T22:20:00.000-07:00Felix and Heidi -Thank you for keeping us updated!...Felix and Heidi -<BR/><BR/>Thank you for keeping us updated! Yes, I include Heidi, because behind every great man blogging is his loyal wife, shopping for food, cooking dinner, and doing laundry for the masses! <BR/><BR/>Great news from the dentist for the little people - sorry Felix, it sounds like you have finally biten the bullet/bone! <BR/><BR/>We hadn't heard about the New Comers Class - great idea! <BR/><BR/>Your family is never far from our thoughts - even when we get bogged down and don't call!<BR/><BR/>Hugs to all,<BR/>The BarrettsTwyla, John, Duncan, Mari, and Mishahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18224624247498773483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5355190028417630847.post-82314426789415251912009-01-14T14:33:00.000-07:002009-01-14T14:33:00.000-07:00BTW...wrestle-mania is not a TV program. I get pou...BTW...wrestle-mania is not a TV program. I get pounced upon about 10 minutes after I get in the door from work every night. The kids call it "Papa sandwich", the Rogé version of Pile-on-the-Pig! I really enjoy it and I spend quality time with them by getting my butt kicked...by all three at once!<BR/><BR/>FelixHeidi and Felixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12302679755368904534noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5355190028417630847.post-15776069416640123272009-01-14T14:26:00.000-07:002009-01-14T14:26:00.000-07:00Amy, The New Comers class is a program in the St. ...Amy, <BR/><BR/>The New Comers class is a program in the St. Vrain school district (ours) that specializes in students from a foriegn country with little to no English skills, for middle school students only. Only one middle school is assigned this role. It's kinda like an ESL or ELL program, but more conversationally focused. They kids rarely change classes...only for gym and choir. They have had students from Mexico, China, Korea, Russia, and now Ukraine. The Volf's girl Ashley will attend this program when she arrives. The student gets funded by the district for a year and after that the student goes to regular Middle School. It's the best choice for Nadia.<BR/><BR/>Hmmnn, perhaps the Colorado contingent of the families Stoesz's, Rogé's, Volf's, Garretts, Barrett's, Christopherson's and Hoffman's could all get together and make one big book! (Sorry if I missed anybody in CO). We could use the proceeds to bring home more children or to knock out walls to fit more in our homes! We could hire that super-duper writer and English teacher, Leslie from "Kristina's Story". Man I love her prose! We already have a professional editor, Debbie Hoffman! Now all we need is a publisher! Heck, we might be a broadway play one day, or at least a made-for-tv movie!<BR/><BR/>FelixHeidi and Felixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12302679755368904534noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5355190028417630847.post-55497816090288093542009-01-14T13:28:00.000-07:002009-01-14T13:28:00.000-07:00I do know a writer who has published and specializ...I do know a writer who has published and specializes in writing about other people's experiences. I have a feeling there may be several adoption stories in that book!<BR/><BR/>eileenRolan and Eileenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17111631189940133089noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5355190028417630847.post-8704944112891542122009-01-14T13:13:00.000-07:002009-01-14T13:13:00.000-07:00Great news on the dentist - well... not so much fo...Great news on the dentist - well... not so much for Felix!<BR/><BR/>Can you explain what the New Comers class is????<BR/><BR/>Thanks!Amyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08140747599532143155noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5355190028417630847.post-43706671624739282622009-01-14T10:36:00.000-07:002009-01-14T10:36:00.000-07:00Hi Felix, Everyone is always telling Matt to write...Hi Felix,<BR/> Everyone is always telling Matt to write a book too, maybe you write one together called "Ranting & Raving:A husband and fathers guide to surviving Ukrainian adoption and the life that follows" <BR/>It would be mix of comedy, devotional, and practical tips. And of course there would be a whole chapter devoted to snuggles and cuddles! <BR/> Great news on the dental check up! <BR/>AimeeMatt and Aimeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11623245889438716616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5355190028417630847.post-49712526283346826132009-01-14T07:44:00.000-07:002009-01-14T07:44:00.000-07:00LOL! Those of us who have been there understand th...LOL! Those of us who have been there understand the time demands of a new family. We'll still be checking in for updates; just enjoy this bonding time with them.Lesliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11942021817609798741noreply@blogger.com