Going Home Day 05
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According to Joel’s log, it is day 51 in Kazakhstan, our last full day in Aktobe.  We spent most of our day doing laundry, packing and cleaning the apartment.  Gabriel was oblivious to everything as we stuck to his daily rituals.  He was a very good boy today.  He finished 23oz of formula, only 9oz shy of what is recommended by his pediatrician.  He’s also eating some veggies with pasta, juice and lots of fruit puree.  We’re very happy with his progress.

It was a beautiful sunny day today and we were able to take Gabriel for a last stroll around his hometown.  He seemed more comfortable than the day we broke him out of the orphanage.  We kept talking to him as he took in the sights.  The sidewalks were clear of ice and snow but it was muddy.  Gabriel kept his focus on the cars and buildings while we maneuvered through the mud.  Five minutes into our walk he started talking.  We have no idea what he was saying but I think he was reassuring us that he was enjoying his walk.

Uncle Ben, Aunt Karla and Bayanna visited us later in the afternoon to say bye to Gabriel.  Gabriel also enjoyed his last dance with Bayanna.  We will truly miss them.  They have been very helpful and kind.  They will always be part of Gabriel’s life story.

Our pick up time tomorrow is at 8:30am.  The flight to Almaty is about 2-1/2 hours.  We are not sure about the internet connection at the hotel.  We promise to update the blog as soon as we can.  We don’t want to receive anymore hate mail from Gabriel’s fans for the delays in our blog.

Enjoy some pix that Joel took of Gabriel’s bath, our apartment and views from our apartment.

Good night to all! 

Paka!

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