"We spent a lot of time thinking about this," Austin said. "It just seemed right."
"We want to give them a good home while they find their way in the United States and get an education," Eck added.
Sokol said he and his siblings appreciate the opportunity Eck and Austin have given them to remain together here in the United States.
"If you come alone to the States, it can be boring and tough at times," he said. "You can't resist it when you're alone."
According to Eck, the Zejnullahus have handled the transition to life in the United States very well, drawing strength from each other.
Sokol and Kreshnik are now attending Cambridge Ridge and Latin School, and are legally foster children of Eck and Austin. Aida and Amella are studying English through the Harvard Extension School. Amella is also attending Lesley College.
"They do normal teen stuff, like homework, preparing for their SATs, and learning how to drive," Eck said.
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