ROMELYN

Yesterday was an incredible day. Roselyn and I went to meet her older sister and children. We had just missed seeing her when we were here to pick up the kids so it was especially sweet to finally see her-especially for Roselyn. Romalyn is very beautiful - much like her siblings. We think she looks like Romeo! We met with them at the CSC office for about an hour and then brought them back to their home, which is the same neighborhood of our children. Before meeting with them we stopped at a grocery store to pick up some food. It was a very positive experience. When we got back to the neighborhood, people started recognizing Roselyn and we kind of gathered a crowd. They were so happy to see her and the pictures of the boys. They were all talking a mile a minute asking Roselyn so many questions about her new life. It is so interesting to me that they showed no resentment about her situation. They were also very kind to me. Roselyn handled it very graciously and like a pro. I was very proud of her.

I cannot begin to imagine what this must have been like for my daughter, but I am so thankful that we had the chance to make this visit. Tonight Roselyn and I will stay at the shelter and go to the market (at 4 a.m.) with the house moms to shop for the freshest produce. I'm excited about this adventure!