We had the privilege this past weekend of meeting the one person in this world who knows Ellie...at least the one person who knows her and can speak English. Most of the pictures in this blog are compliments of Michael. He has taught her a few English words, played with her, taken gifts to her, taken pictures of Ellie and her friends,taught her her new English name, made sure she understands (at least at some level) that she is being adopted, going to America and has a mom, dad, two sisters and a brother who love her; but most importantly he has shown her Christ's love. What an amazing gift God has given to us. We will forever be grateful for Michael and the way he loves all of the older kids in the orphanage.
So...what did he say? According to Michael...Ellie is every ones best friend (of the 20 or so kids in her room). She is very laid back, always smiles, very bright, loves to give to her friends, is slow to talk but always engaged with those around her, and is fun to be with. He says she loves to take piggy back rides and just be loved on. We were able to get a better feel for what her days in the orphanage have been like, which consists of a lot of time spent in her room. In her room the only place to sit is in her bed. It is really sad for me to realize that we have missed the first 9 years of her life; and because of the communication issues, it will be a while before she can even begin to tell us her story. As a mom I am struggling with this. But I have to rest knowing that our Heavenly Father does know her, for he created her. One day I will know her too. I will know her like I knew Erin and like I know Alex, David and Keeli. Thank you Micheal for giving this mom a glimpse into her daughters soul.
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