Today I had my "crazy girl" eval, as I affectionately call it. I "passed", if you will, with flying colors. Got my second homestudy back. Just waiting for the Gov't to deny my first i800a so I can send in the "good" homestudy. Sounds wrong to say that I'm waiting for it to be denied!
Not much else to report. Still dying to give Andrés a shout out. I really wish I could hear his voice...
Andrés
Summer 2015
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Monday, August 24, 2009
August 24, 2009
Good news! Something had to be edited in my home study so...it didn't even matter that I forgot to mail it in now. Who would have thought! I was so mad at myself. My social worker told me to wait until the new one arrives and send in the new one with the rest of the stuff. OK... I'm back on track, I think...
August 22, 2009
OMG.... SOB! I'm sitting here organizing my paperwork and binder and what do I find, but two copies of my homestudy. How in the world did I forget to mail this with the 1800a? AHHH!!! I can't believe this is in my room right now and not on someone's desk in Chicago.
I'm going to swear a little more in private now.
I'm going to swear a little more in private now.
August 21, 2009
FBI prints...FEDEXed to WV. I'm just crossing off the "to do list". As they like to say on the farm.... "git er dun"!!!
August 20, 2009
i800a is filled out and mailed in... whoa! Big relief.
$880.00, and 7 hours later... the first major step has been fulfilled.
$880.00, and 7 hours later... the first major step has been fulfilled.
August 17, 2009
Big paperwork meeting today. I needed this kick in the rear to get moving. I have so many papers to fill out. They are for real when they call this the "paperwork pregnancy". Well, at least I can have a beer while I fill out the same 20 questions over and over again!
July 22, 2009
We had a nice morning...breakfast at home. We talked about the future, which room he wanted for his "real" bedroom , what colors he wanted in his room, about school, about sports, about English, about schedules, and about how I find him in Colombia. His concept of me finding him was too funny. Here it goes:
Andrés says- "Linda...when you come to Colombia to get me... just make a right when you get into the town. Then go right at the fountain. Then turn right on the first street. If I'm not on that street playing then just go to the police station and ask the officers for me. They will know where I am."
OK.... how funny was that! The police station? What!
Details of the ride to the airport: Andrés was freaking out! He said "que trafico" "what traffic"...about 30 times on the 290. The poor thing was so afraid he was going to be late. When we got there he showed all the kids his "brag book" and started eating his lunch. I'm not sure why he was hungry...we stopped at McDonalds on the way to the airport. Nervous eater? Anyway... we were asked to be on the news. He was a ham. So cute...telling the reporter that he stayed with me and he had fun. It was all in Spanish, of course.
After the airport. I was ok... emotionally speaking. When he walked away to get in line for his flight my heart started to hurt. Literally there was a pain. I knew I signed up for this so I tried to focus on that. Walking to the car it felt so weird to be alone. Where was his hand, who had my keys, where was I going? I ended up going to lunch with my mom and dad... we were sad, but no tears until I got home and saw his dirty cereal bowl in the sink. I lost it. I'm talking all out crying, with hyperventilating and no vocal cord action at all!!! My phone rang at the most perfect time because I really needed a friend, thanks Mike! I told him I couldn't talk because I was too sad and he told me he'd stay on the phone and cry with me. We couldn't have timed that more perfectly. Once again, I have amazing friends!
So... I cried a little more after the call. After about 2 hours I felt healthy about everything. I'm planning a vacation with my mom to detox, relax and get ready for the next chapter in Andrés' Adoption Adventures. Some massive wine tasting is in order, I think!
Andrés says- "Linda...when you come to Colombia to get me... just make a right when you get into the town. Then go right at the fountain. Then turn right on the first street. If I'm not on that street playing then just go to the police station and ask the officers for me. They will know where I am."
OK.... how funny was that! The police station? What!
Details of the ride to the airport: Andrés was freaking out! He said "que trafico" "what traffic"...about 30 times on the 290. The poor thing was so afraid he was going to be late. When we got there he showed all the kids his "brag book" and started eating his lunch. I'm not sure why he was hungry...we stopped at McDonalds on the way to the airport. Nervous eater? Anyway... we were asked to be on the news. He was a ham. So cute...telling the reporter that he stayed with me and he had fun. It was all in Spanish, of course.
After the airport. I was ok... emotionally speaking. When he walked away to get in line for his flight my heart started to hurt. Literally there was a pain. I knew I signed up for this so I tried to focus on that. Walking to the car it felt so weird to be alone. Where was his hand, who had my keys, where was I going? I ended up going to lunch with my mom and dad... we were sad, but no tears until I got home and saw his dirty cereal bowl in the sink. I lost it. I'm talking all out crying, with hyperventilating and no vocal cord action at all!!! My phone rang at the most perfect time because I really needed a friend, thanks Mike! I told him I couldn't talk because I was too sad and he told me he'd stay on the phone and cry with me. We couldn't have timed that more perfectly. Once again, I have amazing friends!
So... I cried a little more after the call. After about 2 hours I felt healthy about everything. I'm planning a vacation with my mom to detox, relax and get ready for the next chapter in Andrés' Adoption Adventures. Some massive wine tasting is in order, I think!
July 21, 2009
Today was tough.
I told Andrés he could do anything he wanted since it was our last full day. He asked to go to McDonalds for lunch and to go to Chuck e cheese to play some games. We had a fun time. The prize thing is still too much to deal with though. It's like a cult over there...even some parents were a little too "into" picking out a stupid pink spider ring. For real people!
We had my parents, sister, brother in law and aunts over for dinner/dessert to meet/say goodbye to Andrés. We watched a movie about a tigre. It was so sad. Everyone was crying!
My family said good bye my house because I didn't want to have the waterworks show at the airport. Tomorrow is going to be so hard.
Andrés just brought me a magazine. YEAH!!! Let the midnight reading program begin!
I told Andrés he could do anything he wanted since it was our last full day. He asked to go to McDonalds for lunch and to go to Chuck e cheese to play some games. We had a fun time. The prize thing is still too much to deal with though. It's like a cult over there...even some parents were a little too "into" picking out a stupid pink spider ring. For real people!
We had my parents, sister, brother in law and aunts over for dinner/dessert to meet/say goodbye to Andrés. We watched a movie about a tigre. It was so sad. Everyone was crying!
My family said good bye my house because I didn't want to have the waterworks show at the airport. Tomorrow is going to be so hard.
Andrés just brought me a magazine. YEAH!!! Let the midnight reading program begin!
Sunday, August 23, 2009
July 20, 2009
The best part of today was reading before bedtime with Andrés. He was so cute trying to pronounce the words in my "People in Spanish" magazine. He reads all the pages. Including the ones with the ads on them!
July 19, 2009
How fun was today! We went to a Mexican restaurant with my friend Mike and his daughter Lily. Andrés loved the food so much he wrote a note to the cook! It was adorable... this thank you note on a napkin. I think Mike got a sweet picture of it!
After that we went swimming and Andrés played the keyboard with Lily. I took Andrés to my parent's to show off his new music skills. Fun day.
After that we went swimming and Andrés played the keyboard with Lily. I took Andrés to my parent's to show off his new music skills. Fun day.
July 18, 2009
Andrés asked me to be his mom today! It was so sweet how he asked too! I was filling out paperwork at the exit meeting and he asked me what I was doing. I told him "my homework" which was about him. He wanted to know what I wrote about him. I told him I was telling the "people in charge" that he was a really "cool" kid. He gave me a huge hug and asked me if I would be his "mom"!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ... I didn't cry, but the feeling inside was indescribable. :-)
After the meeting I took Andrés to see his first movie at the Regal. We saw Transformers. I guess it was a good movie for him. 1/2 the movie was just fighting about god know what with no dialog at all! We missed the ending of the movie. Andrés needed a bathroom break!
I'm rating today a 10 out of 10!!!
After the meeting I took Andrés to see his first movie at the Regal. We saw Transformers. I guess it was a good movie for him. 1/2 the movie was just fighting about god know what with no dialog at all! We missed the ending of the movie. Andrés needed a bathroom break!
I'm rating today a 10 out of 10!!!
July 17, 2009
Wake up 8am
We went to Darien Lake today with Janet, Kevin and my Mom. We had a few good hours before the rain started. Andrés lost his money on the roller coaster. I guess I should have held on to it for him. My bad!
My parents had a pizza party and we taught Andrés how to play 6 card golf. (He got a little weird when he lost and wanted to quit.) We worked it out. Thank God! My Dad wasn't happy when Andrés started pouting!
I was a little nervous about Darien Lake today. I spoke to Andrés about walking slow, trying to include everyone on the rides and understanding if he didn't get everything at the exact second he wanted it. The talk helped because his behavior was perfect. Listen to me! OMG... I'll stop writing now!
We went to Darien Lake today with Janet, Kevin and my Mom. We had a few good hours before the rain started. Andrés lost his money on the roller coaster. I guess I should have held on to it for him. My bad!
My parents had a pizza party and we taught Andrés how to play 6 card golf. (He got a little weird when he lost and wanted to quit.) We worked it out. Thank God! My Dad wasn't happy when Andrés started pouting!
I was a little nervous about Darien Lake today. I spoke to Andrés about walking slow, trying to include everyone on the rides and understanding if he didn't get everything at the exact second he wanted it. The talk helped because his behavior was perfect. Listen to me! OMG... I'll stop writing now!
July 16, 2009
I'm so ready to ditch the crutches. This is getting old. They annoy me. The black and blue mark on my foot is beyond gross. The ripped off skin is starting to itch. It kills!!!!
Anyway...I can't believe my little guy will be gone in a week. I'm getting sad.
We played dominos with Aga. It was fun. We had Chinese take out, too. Nice night. I think Andrés was cheating, though. We busted him! I noticed that he doesn't like to lose. He quits if he knows there is no way to come in first place. That's not going to fly when he plays with friends. I don't want him to have that reputation. Not cool. :-(
Anyway...I can't believe my little guy will be gone in a week. I'm getting sad.
We played dominos with Aga. It was fun. We had Chinese take out, too. Nice night. I think Andrés was cheating, though. We busted him! I noticed that he doesn't like to lose. He quits if he knows there is no way to come in first place. That's not going to fly when he plays with friends. I don't want him to have that reputation. Not cool. :-(
July 15, 2009
Last night's meeting was great. We came up with a strategy to help Andrés talk to me without forcing the issue. For example, if this behavior occurs again I should tell him that we need to talk when he is ready. I should tell him where I will be when he is ready to talk. He understands that this is to help make life happy for everyone. Also, we talked about the future which has never been discussed. I think it helped him knowing that I was serious about adopting him. He's had a wall up for sure with me. His behavior was so much sweeter with me after the meeting. I'm so glad I asked for help. I feel the stress leaving my shoulders as I type!
Anyway... I gotta figure how to play this video game (tour of duty). It's driving me crazy... it keeps telling me that "I'm stupid." !!!!
Anyway... I gotta figure how to play this video game (tour of duty). It's driving me crazy... it keeps telling me that "I'm stupid." !!!!
July 14, 2009
Great day today just hanging out around the house. A friend and his dog brought over lunch for the two of us. Andrés liked the dog. After that another friend brought over some PS 2 games to keep Andrés busy. What great friends!
No meltdowns today.
Tonight we are going to talk with the Doc about how I can deal with Andrés' little shutdowns...
No meltdowns today.
Tonight we are going to talk with the Doc about how I can deal with Andrés' little shutdowns...
July 13, 2009
Wake up- 10:ooam
OMG! I fractured my ankle at the snow park today. What a mess. I'm in an aircast, on crutches...the pain is insane!
I'm such a dork!
The ambulance ride was kinda fun, though! I don't want to think about how much that 4 min ride is going to cost me! Christina took Andrés to swim at her parent's house while I went to the ER solo. It took a good 5 hours to see a Doc.
So... this is going to force me to slow down. This little accident might be a good thing. Who knows!
Well, I'm really tired. Good night!
OMG! I fractured my ankle at the snow park today. What a mess. I'm in an aircast, on crutches...the pain is insane!
I'm such a dork!
The ambulance ride was kinda fun, though! I don't want to think about how much that 4 min ride is going to cost me! Christina took Andrés to swim at her parent's house while I went to the ER solo. It took a good 5 hours to see a Doc.
So... this is going to force me to slow down. This little accident might be a good thing. Who knows!
Well, I'm really tired. Good night!
July 12, 2009
Wake up- 10:30am
Holy crap. Today was a bust. Total meltdown at the FANA picnic. It was horrible. Andrés took off to the parking lot. He sat in front of my car. Wouldn't talk to me, to my mom, to another adoption mom, to a native Spanish speaking friend....no one. I need help. This isn't cool. We ended up leaving early, but he wouldn't say goodbye to anyone. It was so embarrassing, but more importantly, how do I get this kid to talk to me? I told him to go to his room when he got home. I'm e-mailing the shrink tomorrow for advice.
On the plus side, E.S. was here and he helped clear the air. He was a great distraction and helped Andrés fly a kite, (no pun intended!) we all played can jam and had pizza. Andrew came over too, more as a distraction for me instead of as a reward for Andres. We took a walk and played a few movies before falling asleep.
I know Andres is a good kid. Something just happens and he shuts down. It's better that it's this and not a vocal... screaming, crying outburst. I see the positive side, really! The tension I feel from him just isn't good for either of us. We gotta work it out. Hopefully, tomorrow I'll get some suggestions to try!
Bedtime- who knows!
Holy crap. Today was a bust. Total meltdown at the FANA picnic. It was horrible. Andrés took off to the parking lot. He sat in front of my car. Wouldn't talk to me, to my mom, to another adoption mom, to a native Spanish speaking friend....no one. I need help. This isn't cool. We ended up leaving early, but he wouldn't say goodbye to anyone. It was so embarrassing, but more importantly, how do I get this kid to talk to me? I told him to go to his room when he got home. I'm e-mailing the shrink tomorrow for advice.
On the plus side, E.S. was here and he helped clear the air. He was a great distraction and helped Andrés fly a kite, (no pun intended!) we all played can jam and had pizza. Andrew came over too, more as a distraction for me instead of as a reward for Andres. We took a walk and played a few movies before falling asleep.
I know Andres is a good kid. Something just happens and he shuts down. It's better that it's this and not a vocal... screaming, crying outburst. I see the positive side, really! The tension I feel from him just isn't good for either of us. We gotta work it out. Hopefully, tomorrow I'll get some suggestions to try!
Bedtime- who knows!
July 11, 2009
Wake up= 10pm
We met the Northern families today for a tour of the Power plant, a picnic and a trip to Art Park. The kids had a blast talking to each other and playing the Juanes Cds in my car. The rain put a little damper on the day, but we made the best of it. Art park closed due to a tornado warning. Andrés was hysterical the whole ride home. I really think he was expecting touch down! He asked me where we go if there is a tornado. I told him the basement. Then he asked if we could put my SUV in the basement. It was too funny.
We met Christina's family for a little dinner and soccer action this evening. After that we took a spin to Chris' for a bonfire. It was a nice day. I hope tomorrow is just as nice. Big FANA picnic tomorrow.
Bedtime- 11pm
We met the Northern families today for a tour of the Power plant, a picnic and a trip to Art Park. The kids had a blast talking to each other and playing the Juanes Cds in my car. The rain put a little damper on the day, but we made the best of it. Art park closed due to a tornado warning. Andrés was hysterical the whole ride home. I really think he was expecting touch down! He asked me where we go if there is a tornado. I told him the basement. Then he asked if we could put my SUV in the basement. It was too funny.
We met Christina's family for a little dinner and soccer action this evening. After that we took a spin to Chris' for a bonfire. It was a nice day. I hope tomorrow is just as nice. Big FANA picnic tomorrow.
Bedtime- 11pm
July 10, 2009
Wake up= 9:30am
I stuck to my guns today and didn't go to Fantasy Island as planned. My parents came over for lunch. It was a nice afternoon. Andres washed my car, for fun... not as a punishment. (I swear!!!) For most of the day he played with his cars and toy solders in the backyard. We did go for a short bike ride, too. Honestly, it was a nice day.
In the long run I hope I will think my decision was good. I wouldn't have taken his behavior from a student so... how can I take that from my son? Before dinner I asked him if he had anything to say about his behavior yesterday. He said "sorry". I told him that I am serious in wanting to hear his opinion. I was straight up with making sure he knew I might not agree with what he thinks, but he should feel safe talking to me about his feelings.
I wonder how these issues are dealt with for the non-Spanish speaking families? Maybe because I speak Spanish it makes it worse!
Well, at least today was low key and relaxing. I think I need to have more days like this. It's more like real life anyway...
bedtime= 10pm
I stuck to my guns today and didn't go to Fantasy Island as planned. My parents came over for lunch. It was a nice afternoon. Andres washed my car, for fun... not as a punishment. (I swear!!!) For most of the day he played with his cars and toy solders in the backyard. We did go for a short bike ride, too. Honestly, it was a nice day.
In the long run I hope I will think my decision was good. I wouldn't have taken his behavior from a student so... how can I take that from my son? Before dinner I asked him if he had anything to say about his behavior yesterday. He said "sorry". I told him that I am serious in wanting to hear his opinion. I was straight up with making sure he knew I might not agree with what he thinks, but he should feel safe talking to me about his feelings.
I wonder how these issues are dealt with for the non-Spanish speaking families? Maybe because I speak Spanish it makes it worse!
Well, at least today was low key and relaxing. I think I need to have more days like this. It's more like real life anyway...
bedtime= 10pm
Saturday, August 22, 2009
July 9, 2009
wake up= 10am.
Went swimming with Josh in Wilson. We had a nice time in the pool. After swimming the day went downhill fast! I think the honeymoon phase is OVER! I guess I suck for not being an MTV cribs mom or something...
My feelings are totally hurt. There's no way I'm taking this behavior from him. NO WAY JOSE!
In my heart I want to cancel Fantasy Island tomorrow. I can't deal with my parents and him if he continues acting like this. I feel so much stress right now...
Ok... here's what I'm thinking...
A... He thinks he's on a vacation here and nothing else.
B... He wants more than what I can offer... ex) today he told me that I have a small house.
C... He's being lazy. Doesn't want to walk, talk, be nice, doesn't like to study. Has no hopes, dreams, desires... maybe this is a culture background thing that I am taking the wrong way.??? What ever it is... I hate it.
D... Can I do this alone, effectively? I saw a host dad interact with his son today. I also saw Andres watching the two of them. I saw a little sadness, resentment, something new on his face. Maybe he needs a Dad too. Maybe I can't compete with all of these people. Maybe I can't offer enough...
E... I need to chill and stop stressing.
OMG...what a day.
bedtime= 8:40pm.
Went swimming with Josh in Wilson. We had a nice time in the pool. After swimming the day went downhill fast! I think the honeymoon phase is OVER! I guess I suck for not being an MTV cribs mom or something...
My feelings are totally hurt. There's no way I'm taking this behavior from him. NO WAY JOSE!
In my heart I want to cancel Fantasy Island tomorrow. I can't deal with my parents and him if he continues acting like this. I feel so much stress right now...
Ok... here's what I'm thinking...
A... He thinks he's on a vacation here and nothing else.
B... He wants more than what I can offer... ex) today he told me that I have a small house.
C... He's being lazy. Doesn't want to walk, talk, be nice, doesn't like to study. Has no hopes, dreams, desires... maybe this is a culture background thing that I am taking the wrong way.??? What ever it is... I hate it.
D... Can I do this alone, effectively? I saw a host dad interact with his son today. I also saw Andres watching the two of them. I saw a little sadness, resentment, something new on his face. Maybe he needs a Dad too. Maybe I can't compete with all of these people. Maybe I can't offer enough...
E... I need to chill and stop stressing.
OMG...what a day.
bedtime= 8:40pm.
July 8, 2009
Wake up= 10:15am
We had breakfast and went to the zoo with my parents. First day I saw a big attitude change. There was a lot of tension. Andrés wasn't walking next to me and I could tell my mom wasn't a fan. She didn't need to say anything. I could "feel" it!
Anyway... I wasn't in the mood to say 1,800 times to slow down. For some reason, Andrés just wanted to see one animal and leave. It was weird. He totally lost his "paciencia". After the zoo we picked up Janet and played Wii with the family. Nicole took us to McDonalds and the we all went to CC for videogames. It was super fun. Picking out the prizes wasn't fun. Decisions....decisions...decisions...
He's been watching Happy Feet everyday. It's a super cute movie. I love the little penguins.
Bed Time- 11pmish...
We had breakfast and went to the zoo with my parents. First day I saw a big attitude change. There was a lot of tension. Andrés wasn't walking next to me and I could tell my mom wasn't a fan. She didn't need to say anything. I could "feel" it!
Anyway... I wasn't in the mood to say 1,800 times to slow down. For some reason, Andrés just wanted to see one animal and leave. It was weird. He totally lost his "paciencia". After the zoo we picked up Janet and played Wii with the family. Nicole took us to McDonalds and the we all went to CC for videogames. It was super fun. Picking out the prizes wasn't fun. Decisions....decisions...decisions...
He's been watching Happy Feet everyday. It's a super cute movie. I love the little penguins.
Bed Time- 11pmish...
July 6, 2009
Wake up: 10:30am
We had lunch with my parents today. Andrés loved Chicken Fingers! We went swimming in West Seneca. He's a great swimmer. He's a really good kid. He's nice to the little kids and he listens to me when things were getting a little "wild". He's very respectful. After swimming he got to play soccer with Andrew and co. Nice boys. We had a meeting at BVS at 6pm. It went well. The kids all seemed happy to see one another. I hope they remain friends growing up. What a unique bond to share. We rated today a 10 out of 10.
We had lunch with my parents today. Andrés loved Chicken Fingers! We went swimming in West Seneca. He's a great swimmer. He's a really good kid. He's nice to the little kids and he listens to me when things were getting a little "wild". He's very respectful. After swimming he got to play soccer with Andrew and co. Nice boys. We had a meeting at BVS at 6pm. It went well. The kids all seemed happy to see one another. I hope they remain friends growing up. What a unique bond to share. We rated today a 10 out of 10.
July 7, 2009
Wake up= after 11am
We were in the car FOREVER today. I took Andrés to run some errands. We went to the bank, shoe store, Niagara Street Tops and to Lackawanna to pick up the Colombian guests for dinner. Dinner was awkward for my perspective, to say the least! I felt like I was on being judged on being a Mom. Anyway... drove to OP to return guests. Did a McDonalds run before coming home. Dinner really was a bust! I'm not a Colombian cook, that is for sure. It's been a long day...
Bedtime= after 11pm
We were in the car FOREVER today. I took Andrés to run some errands. We went to the bank, shoe store, Niagara Street Tops and to Lackawanna to pick up the Colombian guests for dinner. Dinner was awkward for my perspective, to say the least! I felt like I was on being judged on being a Mom. Anyway... drove to OP to return guests. Did a McDonalds run before coming home. Dinner really was a bust! I'm not a Colombian cook, that is for sure. It's been a long day...
Bedtime= after 11pm
July 5, 2009
wake up= I forget.
We went to Lisa's for a little g-hero action and rock band. Andrés seemed super bored. I didn't put too much stress on his "boredom" because there was SO much to do and play with there. Stopped at Christina's mom's house. Andrés adores Andrew. Andrew was super nice to him, as was Tyler. We got some great clothes from Christina that Andres' really needed. A lot of the stuff I bought was super big. Well, it will fit when he returns! Watching another movie right now. This is so relaxing!
bedtime- going to be after 11pm, for sure!
We went to Lisa's for a little g-hero action and rock band. Andrés seemed super bored. I didn't put too much stress on his "boredom" because there was SO much to do and play with there. Stopped at Christina's mom's house. Andrés adores Andrew. Andrew was super nice to him, as was Tyler. We got some great clothes from Christina that Andres' really needed. A lot of the stuff I bought was super big. Well, it will fit when he returns! Watching another movie right now. This is so relaxing!
bedtime- going to be after 11pm, for sure!
July 3, 2009
Wake up= 9:30ish
We watched a movie this morning. I did some laundry and we made cards for Aunt Janet's birthday. Party might have been tough for him. He discovered YOU TUBE, rode his bike and didn't eat a whole lot of anything.
Big picture development day! He took pictures of all the food in my house while I was in the shower. When I saw the pictures... it made me sad. Here is a little boy not interested in showing the people/friends back home pictures of the Falls, or the city, but of the food in my cupboards, freezer and fridge. WOW! I'm speechless.
After the party we went to blockbuster to get a movie. Played guitar hero for a while, too. We got a late night invite to Chris' house. So we went there for a bonfire, pizza, fireworks and swimming. The kids were so nice to him.
Bed time= 2:30am
We watched a movie this morning. I did some laundry and we made cards for Aunt Janet's birthday. Party might have been tough for him. He discovered YOU TUBE, rode his bike and didn't eat a whole lot of anything.
Big picture development day! He took pictures of all the food in my house while I was in the shower. When I saw the pictures... it made me sad. Here is a little boy not interested in showing the people/friends back home pictures of the Falls, or the city, but of the food in my cupboards, freezer and fridge. WOW! I'm speechless.
After the party we went to blockbuster to get a movie. Played guitar hero for a while, too. We got a late night invite to Chris' house. So we went there for a bonfire, pizza, fireworks and swimming. The kids were so nice to him.
Bed time= 2:30am
July 2, 2009
Wake up time= 7:15ish...
Woke up to hearing Kristie tell Andrés "I don't know what you are saying". After a few times of listening to that I realized I had to get up and translate!
First day was jammed packed. He was so excited to meet Willa, my mom's dog. I think she was a disappointment. She is so afraid of people. She still barks at me! We had lunch with another summer host family at the Silo in Lewiston. Then, a quick tour of Niagara Falls, "coffee talk" at Tim Hortons. He really ordered coffee too. I guess it's ok, he is Colombian, right? He's 12 though. I wonder if that was ok?
Anyway... we rode bikes and took off to Grand Island for some swimming at the "Hotel...Motel.. Holiday Inn"! He likes my music, too!
I can't believe we did all this today. What was I thinking?
Bedtime= 12:20am
Woke up to hearing Kristie tell Andrés "I don't know what you are saying". After a few times of listening to that I realized I had to get up and translate!
First day was jammed packed. He was so excited to meet Willa, my mom's dog. I think she was a disappointment. She is so afraid of people. She still barks at me! We had lunch with another summer host family at the Silo in Lewiston. Then, a quick tour of Niagara Falls, "coffee talk" at Tim Hortons. He really ordered coffee too. I guess it's ok, he is Colombian, right? He's 12 though. I wonder if that was ok?
Anyway... we rode bikes and took off to Grand Island for some swimming at the "Hotel...Motel.. Holiday Inn"! He likes my music, too!
I can't believe we did all this today. What was I thinking?
Bedtime= 12:20am
July 1, 2009
Andrés is here! He seems so small to me! Flight was super late arriving into BUFF. Took a tour of the house, ate some cereal, watched Shrek in Spanish, met Kristie and fell asleep on the sofa!
Bedtime= 2:30am
Bedtime= 2:30am
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