In the last week the families on the waiting list have gotten many referrals. What a blessing for so many families and the children and babes! What exciting and long awaited news!
Hopefully it won't be long until I can rejoice with news of a referral of my future daughter. I am trying to be relaxed and not anxious about this, but it is hard for me. I think much is learned in the process; however, it is one of the most difficult things I've ever done.
For tonight though, I rejoice with those that are rejoicing with some of the most wonderful news a family could ever receive.
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Monday, March 15, 2010
Getting Inked and One Month of Waiting
My fingerprinting appointment for immigration approval is March 30. It feels good to be able to do something during the waiting period.
Today also marks one month of waiting for my referral for my daughter. It has had its ups and downs, and I am hoping that the next month will be mostly filled with good news.
Today also marks one month of waiting for my referral for my daughter. It has had its ups and downs, and I am hoping that the next month will be mostly filled with good news.
Saturday, March 13, 2010
It's Time
I think it is time to write about the latest adoption development. I have gone through the emotions of denial (which felt more like being stunned), anger, panic, and a few others. I can't say that I have found any pleasant emotions yet. One night this week, I woke up at 2:30 am and didn't fall back to sleep until 4.
It was announced this week that adoptive parents will need to take two trips to Ethiopia to bring their children home. One of my trips will be for the court date and one will be for the embassy date and to take my daughter home. Why the panic? It means twice the cost for traveling, leaving Levi twice, and finding someone to travel with twice or going on my own. It also means going through jet lag, culture shock, and the unknowns of traveling twice. And maybe one of the hardest, I will get to meet my daughter and then have to go back home without her for a couple of months.
I am trying to keep in perspective. I am still able to adopt from Ethiopia. I will get to see my daughter and hold her for a week on the first trip. That will be a treasure. When she comes home, she will immediately be a citizen. (I'm still waiting on the paperwork that declares Levi a citizen.)
I know that God sees it all, what is and what is coming. I am trying to trust Him.
It was announced this week that adoptive parents will need to take two trips to Ethiopia to bring their children home. One of my trips will be for the court date and one will be for the embassy date and to take my daughter home. Why the panic? It means twice the cost for traveling, leaving Levi twice, and finding someone to travel with twice or going on my own. It also means going through jet lag, culture shock, and the unknowns of traveling twice. And maybe one of the hardest, I will get to meet my daughter and then have to go back home without her for a couple of months.
I am trying to keep in perspective. I am still able to adopt from Ethiopia. I will get to see my daughter and hold her for a week on the first trip. That will be a treasure. When she comes home, she will immediately be a citizen. (I'm still waiting on the paperwork that declares Levi a citizen.)
I know that God sees it all, what is and what is coming. I am trying to trust Him.
Friday, March 12, 2010
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Singles News
As of last week, I was notified that it may take longer for singles to get referrals and have court dates scheduled. There, I've written it. The director informed us that adopting from Ethiopia as a single is riskier than ever. I am still hopeful to complete my second adoption from Ethiopia.
I have let the news settle in my mind the last few days. I am not #16 on the list anymore, I am some unknown number on a singles list and the timeline is unknown for now. I am hoping to have more positive news in the future or atleast know more about the unknowns.
I am trying to stay positive. Mostly successfully, but this IS on my mind.
I have let the news settle in my mind the last few days. I am not #16 on the list anymore, I am some unknown number on a singles list and the timeline is unknown for now. I am hoping to have more positive news in the future or atleast know more about the unknowns.
I am trying to stay positive. Mostly successfully, but this IS on my mind.
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Officially Waiting
Today my agency representative let me know that as of yesterday I am officially on the wait list now that she has seen my dossier and it looks in order. Yippee!!! She said I am either #16 or #17 on the list. My dossier is now on its way for approval and certification at various places, including Oregon and DC, before making its trek overseas to Ethiopia. It will take about 3-4 weeks to go where it needs to go before arriving there.
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Homestudy Completed
Today my homestudy social worker emailed my homestudy for approval. My excitement is growing daily as I realize that each step is getting me closer to my daughter. The next step will be to get my homestudy notarized and state sealed, and mail it with my dossier. Hopefully I can get that done in the next week too.
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