Adoption News

Well when I arrived home from vacation I was informed (via email) from my facilitator that the Pres of Haiti is refusing to sign my paperwork and those that have more than 2 bio kids. This used to be a law of Haiti's requiring that no one have more than 2 bio kids, and be married for at least 10 years. Well the other laws have been overlooked since 1974 but apparently the Pres has decided to take issue with this one at this time. The only thing that is really burning me up is the fact that we are already in process, if he wants to go back to the way it was, then fine, start with the new families applying. How dare he disrupt an adoption already in progress.

The good news is that God is still in control and he knows what needs to happen, so I don't need to freak out about this.

The Newest Addition

Amanda arrived and we whisked her away to Fl. for a mini vacation. I have pictures and I will post them, but my camera batteries are dead so I will do it Sunday. She says she is adjusting fabulously. We shall see how long that last. She is worried about the pics I want to post, so we shall see which ones make it on the blog. Of course I can't divulge all the details for her privacy even though she is standing here saying she doesn't care about privacy. She is a happy, delightful girl, so that is a blessing. The boys noise bugs her some, and they complain about food a lot, but other than that they seem to be adjusting fine. I am mom 70% of the time and Catrina the rest.

The Big Day

Well today is the big day, a teenager will grace our lives. I'm getting pretty excited about the prospect of having a girl in the home. I can't wait to post pictures of her room. I just finished sewing bedskirts for the 2 beds in there. This was my very first sewing project in over 20 years. I sewed minimally in high school and never became proficient in it. The lady at Walmart that was helping me get the material underestimated how much I would need so I couldn't make the skirts have ruffles on them, except for one of the beds and then just at the end. All I can say is that they looked better then they did, but I am not completely satisfied with the way they look. I am thankful that I attempted the project. The furniture I ordered won't be ready today, but should be ready by Monday. We are heading to Fla on Monday so I won't be able to get it until we get back.

We were going to start school next Tuesday or Wednesday but the Fla trip will interrupt that. It is probably for the best anyway, a vacation is a nice way for Amanda to hang out with the family and get comfortable.

So many things to say, but I really need to get moving. Thank you to all the people that commented and emailed me to encourage me on this venture. I look forward to sharing this journey with you.