DENTIST!

Today was "my" day with Viktorija and I LOVED every minute of it!!! She wanted to make pancakes for breakfast again. She has taken quite a liking to our two dogs, Cosmo and Rosie. She made 2 very samll pancakes for them. Needless to say, they are in love with her too:)

We spent a few hours at the pool this morning. She is a fish! She could go after those dive sticks all day! We had such a good time together. My friend/neighbor came to the pool for a short time and was quite impressed with how personable and polite Viktorija is. Her personality is starting to shine. I hear her talking to the dogs and laughing. She was quite animated with me at the pool today too. There is nothing sweeter than the laughter of an innocent child.

After lunch, and rest time, it was time for her first dental appt. She was a trooper! I was so worried she would be scared. If she was, she surely didn't show it. The dental staff loved her! She does have two cavities, which will be filled. But, overall, her teeth are in pretty good shape. We were told that they aren't given novacain (sp), as a general rule, for orphans in her country. Please pray for her next Fri. I don't think she realizes that it will be a "big" day at the dentist that day.

After dinner she thanked me and then proceeded to help clean off the table, rinse the dishes, and put them into the dishwasher...without being asked. She is a rare gem!

Mike, Viktorija, and I played some games...Operation, Connect Four, and The Memory Game. She definitely has a competetive spirit:-) Mike claims it was a tie on the Memory Game...Hmmm, I thought it was Viktorija's win;-) I'm certain there will be a re-match though.

It's been another great day! I'm cherishing every moment with her. To all of my friends who have emailed and called, I apologize for being delinquent in getting back with you. I love you all, and will get back with you as soon as I can. I feel guilty taking any time away from her since her time with us is so short. Please continue to pray for sweet Viktorija. She is doing so well!