We are back in Bogota. As we hoped, it is much better for our family. There are other children, mostly from other countries, running around all day. There is one other Bethany family here and another expected to arrive tonight. We plan to attend a worship service tomorrow.
Isa begins English lessons today, which should be interesting. She actually understands a good bit of English but speaks almost none. According to her medical history, Isa had speech delays (speaking Spanish). Therefore, I expect speaking English may be especially difficult for her. Bethany Christian Services, our adoption agency, recently funded braces for her teeth and mouth. The director communicated that the braces had made a big difference in her speech. I assume for the better. Our prayer is that English will not be a huge frustration for Isa.
Isa continues to adjust well. At times she will even act silly with Sam. One day they giggled for 20 minutes trying on mine and Chip's glasses and pretending to be us. Another time they spent an hour making a house and trampoline for Sam's stuffed bear. When I pulled out the camera, Isa immediately, and strongly indicated that she did not want her picture taken. The only times she has allowed us to take her picture is when she is posing in an inappropriate manner. It's like she enjoys being a normal 14 year old, but has been indoctrinated to believe she should act like a 23 year old Hooter's girl.
So we continue to love her, pray for her, and trust God with her heart and mind. We appreciate your prayers so much.
Love, K
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Thanks for updates! Glad to read that Sam and Isa are bonding and having good times together despite the language barrier. Can't wait until you guys get home!
Love,
the Bradfields
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