Monday, April 13, 2009

Christ is Risen!

Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! Alleluia! Easter greetings to all of you. We had a wonderful weekend rejoicing in the goodness of God in Christ, first as we pondered His passion, then as we rejoiced in His glorious resurrection. Here are some pictures...





After about 40 attempted pictures, we finally got a good one. The boys have their moments where they are at each other's throats, but the above photo of them definitely shows their true feelings for one another. After being apart for more than a year in Russia, they are so happy to be together and to be part of a family. And we're thrilled that God chose us to be their parents! For all of you who are still waiting for referrals or for court dates, we know the waiting is hard, but it's so worth the wait. Hang in there. Keep the faith. Our prayers are with you. God's richest blessings to you all!

Love,

Joel, Clarion, Slav & Sergei

6 comments:

Carolynn and Steve said...

Oh, the Easter picture of the boys is just so cute--what handsome young men they are!
I'm so glad that you had a great and blessed Easter, and thank you for the prayers; they are greatly appreciated!

He is risen!

Cindy said...

That picture of the boys in their little vests and ties is about the sweetest thing ever. Love it. Glad to hear you all are doing so wonderfully. We are too. I cannot imagine life without Vika and the wait I endured now seems like nothing at all. Hopefully one day when we pass through your town we'll get to see you all.

Cindy

Carey and Norman said...

Happy Easter. I love the pictures and agree that the boys look so precious together. It is such a blessing that they have been reunited and have a family to celebrate with during Easter. It is amazing how God teaches us about love through adoption in that he first loved and adopted us!!

Aunt Jan said...

So glad you all had a wonderful Easter. The pictures are great! I can just feel the excitement of those little boys.
Thanks for keeping us posted on all their milestones.

Love, Aunt Jan & Uncle Eddie

Meghan, Bill and Nick said...

Happy Easter. Love the picture of your boys hugging. What a blessing!

Troy and Rachel said...

What a precious photo of the two in their Easter best!! Such handsome little fellows! Glad you enjoyed the holiday! Happy Easter!