The past week may new experiences have occurred. First of all, Matt and Maria went to the dentist to get some repair work done. Maria did not like the experience, but her teeth need many repairs. No one has taught her how to properly brush. She had a tooth pulled because it was so bad the dentist could not repair it. Fortunately, all of the repairs are on baby teeth. She will have 3 temporary fillings with medication fillings to help stop the decay. Matt just had 3 air abrasions done. Very easy and painless. After he was done, he played the PlayStation in the waiting room and thoroughly enjoyed it. He cannot wait until Maria's next appointment.
A translator was needed this week. Matt acted improperly at school. Cindy wanted to make certain that he understood why his actions were wrong. She called Olya, who helped her through the situation. Since the dentist was a terrifying experience for Maria, Olya explained that the worst was over and Maria will not have the same experience again. Both kids were shocked that Cindy got a translator involved, but they knew Cindy really wanted them to understand her point of view on each situation.
Matt continues his crush on Jasmine. We believe this is a mutual crush. The week, Jasmine gave him a heart with her phone number on it. This is the second time she has given him her phone number. Why? What would they talk about? Jasmine is a bit forward for a second grader. Should we tell her parents? Anyway, Cindy took the phone number, so no calls will be made.
On Thursday, Matt and Maria started speaking English to each other. This occurred in Cindy's car. It was truly amazing. In fact, on Friday, Maria started speaking Russian to Matt, and he started only English. Sometimes they call each other Maksym and Oksanna. It is enjoyable to see the changes in them.
Beds. Beds. Beds. It is so difficult to get them to make their bed. This is ironic since their rooms at the orphanage were so perfect. The orphanage caregivers made certain that each kids put away their pajamas and made their bed each day. They kids just want to drop their pajamas on the floor and leave their beds unmade. Is this a rebellion? When Cindy asked them to make their beds, they will say, "No good bed today." Then Cindy's response is, "No outside." They will hang their heads and make the bed.
One day this past week, each child became angry at Cindy and told her that they would get in the car and drive to to Ukraine. Cindy told them they could not drive to Ukraine. Maria even sat in the car waiting for the car to move. Each child has a strong will.
Overall, the kids are happy. Matt especially. He has thanked us for coming to get him. Maria often tells us that she loves us. Maria just enjoys spending time with Caroline.
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