Pool Time

This summer we had our first baby swim class! Three of the four babies did great and love the water. Emi--well maybe by next year!Jenny and I with David and Ruthie.

Swimming wears them out!

Krista and I with Rebeca and David catching some rays.



The older kids loved the pool as well and was the most sought after activity of the summer!

Boys Graduation

This summer we graduated 5 boys from the Boys Transition House. We had a ceremony at the Team house to hand out diplomas. Cezar, Aurel, Adrian, and Catalin with Ghita making a presentation.

Catalin receiving his diploma from Costel.

Costel, the master of Master of Ceremonies, with me as his translator.

Four of these boys I've known since my 2nd summer in Romania-- 13 years ago. They were 7 and 8 then, now they are young men starting out on their own. Another proud mom moment!

Buhler Meets Romania

Towards the end of June a group from my home church came to lend a hand. Anytime I have people from home come over and experience Romania, it is a special blessing for me.

John, Parker, Layne, Tara, Carley, and Sarah, Thanks so much for stepping out in faith and taking this journey. I loved having you here and see God work in and through you!

The team brought with them a few goodies from home including.......2 of my Mom's homemade cherry pies. Yes, they were made in America, packed in suitcases and arrived all in 1 piece. How? My Mom is amazing and my parents have learned a few tricks over the years!

Part of the group worked at the orphanages and the baby hospital. John made a good human jungle gym!
Sarah getting in cuddle time! See no running involved =)
The girls toting around some of their favorites!
Parker and Layne went off on the boys backpacking trip with some of the older orphan boys up into the Carpathian Mountains.
We picked the boys up from their adventure and visited the Peles Castle. Thanks again for being a great team!