Hi everyone! We are in the middle of our Ukrainian adventure and having a wonderful experience. Monday the children were at home all day, it was a school holiday in honor of Pentecost. The sun was shining and so we were able to play games and read stories to the kids. Suzie brought out her maps of the U.S., Texas and Arizona. We showed the boys and girls where we live. All the children wanted to see the map of Texas so that they could see the place where Nick lives. Marjorie helped some children with painting and coloring projects.  Mutsumi began teaching the older girls how to make beaded jewelry. They have been very excited about creating bracelets, earrings and necklaces. Lana played Bingo with the children, the prize for winning was a pair of sunglasses. Of course, like all kids, some of them tried to tell us that they had won even though they hadn't. All of them wanted sunglasses! We have been eating our way through the day. Big breakfasts of cheese, bread, fruit, tomatoes, cucumbers, sausage along with loads of tea and coffee. It seems as though we just finish breakfast when lunch rolls around. Wonderful homemade soups, more bread, and dessert. We have been eating dinners in the homes where the children live with their house parents. On top of salad, potatoes, and meat we have the most beautiful and amazing cakes (torte) for dessert. After dinner last night, Lana and I decided we needed to "exercise" so we walked laps in the large room on the second floor of the guest house where we are staying. So far we are having a marvelous time talking and learning about the children here at St. Michael's and hearing about the plans for the fourth house as well as a rehab center that is under construction here at St. Michael's. I have posted some photos of the children and our group. I hope you enjoy them.