Bite my tongue...I thought there would be no oppurtunity for sightseeing while we were here. We took the oppurtunity today. The weather was beautiful and we wanted to see something other then the orphanage walls and the outdoor market. Through our translator (by phone) we asked to take our taxi driver to lunch then off to see Izmail. We had a nice lunch together at our favoorite cafeteria. There was not much conversation but we did smile at one another. :) It was the least we could do for ALL of the trips he has made for us, take him to lunch that is. Wayne shared pictures of our home, his band and Marcus and Macey from our digital camera. He took us to a museum of the Turkish War. The dialogue was in English. It was great for the kids. We felt like we had a History lesson. We went indoors of the Greek Orthodox church that is in the center of town. It was breathtaking! We walked down to the waters that divide Ukraine and Romania. We were witin a rocks throwing distance. No we didn't cross the border to get our passports stamped, Bummer! We also went to the dock of a large cruise ship that takes passengers to Germany and Austria. All in all it was a great tiem together. I think our driver enjoyed himself too.
P.S. He pulled out his camera and took a picture of us too. I'm sure we will give him plenty to talk about. :)
Our visits with Timur were great today. He was cheerful and lots of fun.
We're looking foward to Monday when we get to see Macey again, Lord willing.
Blessings,
Meghan
4 comments:
Well, sounds like you guys had a nice day out, sightseeing. How thoughtful of you to take the taxi driver to lunch, I'm sure he appreciated that. I'm glad your visit went well w/Timur. I can't wait for a post on Monday with an update on Macey and her groupa. We pray they are all feeling much better and Macey will be able to come down for a visit. It started out rainy and windy this morning, now it's pretty nice (minus the wind). Lily went to a friends to play, Luke and I are headed out to Lowe's. Hope you have great day tomorrow as well! Enjoy your time w/Timur. Love and miss you all, Tara and Family
Hello!!! It sounds like you have had a fun-filled day! I'm sure it did you some good to get out and look around and see new things! How exciting! The pictures are beautiful! Please give lots of love to Timur and tell him we'll see him soon! I hope to hear good news from you within the next few days, concerning Macey! We love you all!!! (((HUGS))) ~Jen
How fun! :) So glad you got to see some of the sites! I am sure your hearts needed no translation for your taxi driver/lunch mate! :).
vacation is over !!! pack 'em up & c'mon home ... the picture looks like Wayne is holdin' his own as far as stayin' healthy - I was afraid my friend was gonna hungry-up & skinny away ...
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