Thursday, June 19, 2008

Russian Regression

Well, it seems as if I should know more Russian by now. We've heard it constantly since Sunday. Not much happened today except a visit with Alex. He's a cutie.

We won't get to visit tomorrow. We have to go to a doctor exam and then sight seeing.

Brack & I have been trying very hard to stay away from the water and most unusual foods. Today while at the home, Brack & I were outside with Alex when our interpreter came out and insited that we have some tea. I finally said yes. Brack stayed outside with Alex while he napped.

When we got upstairs to the flat, somehow I suddenly found myself being offered lunch: Borsch and an uncooked salad. I said "Only a small portion please." Well, I can just tell you, a small portion turned into a stockpot portion! Those of you who know me know that my eating habits do not include cabbage, beets, or onions. It was a very good thing I was quite hungry. I had to clean the plate, which made me very uncomfortable at first.

The foster mother kept asking me if she should take some to Brack. I told her I thought he was not feeling well. Then she asked what was wrong and I told her his stomach was upset. Then she wanted to know if he needed a doctor or pharmacy. I assured her he was not on his death bed.

Anyway, for dinner we ate at the Hard Rock, again. I had had enough authentic Russian cuisine for today.

2 comments:

kjt said...

Well, darn, I was practicing up my Russian cooking for when you guys return! (You really believe that, don't you?) I LOVED the photo of Alex trying to eat his big brother's picture! He is so cute, and I'm so looking forward to seeing him in "real life".
Love,
Aunt Kathy

Sonya Shipley said...

I am so happy for your family!!!! i saw pictures from Kathy and he is, yes, a cutie!!! looks very happy! Can't wait to see him. just keep eating at the hard rock! Sounds like it is safe there!
Sonya