It is at times like this that I wish I was an eloquent speaker/writer. It seems that all my siblings received that trait, and me, the English teacher, did not. I can edit anyone's words, but I have a very tough time writing my own! So, here goes!
We are on the list! What does this mean? I'm not completely sure, yet, but here is what I do know.
* Our dossier is completely approved and on its way to Ethiopia. Yes, Africa. Thousands of miles away. Across the Atlantic. Where our little boy lives. It should arrive in four to five days. They will let us know.
* We have a new case worker since we are now in phase two of this process.
* We are officially on the waiting list for a referral. Our case worker just informed me that this is really more like a waiting "pool" since it isn't just a "stand-in-line process". There are other factors that they take into account. Some families are waiting for infants, some for sibling groups, some for girls, some for boys. You get the idea.
* Everyone is frantically trying to get past court before they shut down for the rainy season until October. This is causing referrals to slow down; therefore, it may take a little longer for our referral.
* I was just encouraged with the fact that there have been more boys referred lately than girls, so that is in our favor. So, we'll still hope for September, knowing it may be later.
* Our case worker estimated that we will probably travel some time in 2010. We were hoping for December 2009 for several reasons, but we will be happy with God's timing.
O.K. That's it. Please pray for us when you think of us. We're going to get some good practice at waiting on a process that is completely out of our hands. We're glad it is in Jesus' hands.
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6 comments:
yay for another step!
i'm pretty sure your kid will be home before ours!
kyrgyzstan--get in gear!!!
Oh, I hope ours comes soon, but it would be better if yours was home first. That's right--Kyrg--get in gear!!!
Awesome and I am so excited.. you have just conceived... now the growing part-- isn't that what waiting is? I do know God has the perfect little one for you, and that it will be a grand day when he is brought home. Everything has gone so beautifully so far... I know without a doubt you are in God's will and will continue to be... His blessings are raining down on you! I love you! Mom
WAHOO! Pretty eloquent, huh?! I love it and cannot wait to come and celebrate. I feel just as excited as when you were expecting Sydney! The 4th doesn't make it any less wonderful!
Congrats!! That is a HUGE milestone!!
Oh, what awesome developements!! So exciting! Congratulations on joining "the pool"! We can't wait to hear about the referal when it comes! It will be awesome to see that sweet boy's face and learn all about him. We will be anxiously awaiting any news you have to share! (They shut down for a rainy season??? What's that about??!! Love learning new things from your blog.) -b
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