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Yelena


Russian form of Helen, whichis from the Greek Helene, meaning "torch" or "light", or possibly from selene"moon". In Greek mythology Helen was the daughter of Zeus and Leda, whose kidnapping by Paris was the cause of the Trojan War. The name was also borne by Saint Helena, mother of the Roman emperor Constantine, who supposedly found the True Cross during a trip to Jerusalem.
Other variations: Alaina, Elena, Elaina, Jelena, Ielena, Laney, Lainey, Lena, Alena, Alyona


Our first picture of Lainey

Lainey's Journey

Friday, June 27, 2008

A Gift From a Stranger - 6/24/08

Today I received a wonderful gift. This hosting program has already started great things! I posted on Freecylcle (www.freecycle.org) for a winter coat for Yelena. I explained her situation and a woman named Rosemary responded that she didn't have a coat, but she wanted to buy her a coat. I felt uncomfortable with her buying a coat and I started to reply with a "No," but then I realized that this program is all about giving and offering. It is also doesn't just have to be for my family and Yelena, but others can share in its gifts! So, I accepted her offer and met Rosemary (connection anyone?) and she bought her a beautiful lavender coat. I can't wait to show her!
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