Well… our entire process has been “not typical” so it should come as no suprise that our projected meeting day is “not typical.” That is the phrase our attorney and representative keep telling us. At first, we were to get Lanie yesterday, Thursday. Today we went to the ICBF office to meet with the staff …
Today was a much needed rest day. We unpacked, slept some and then went exploring. We wish we knew more Spanish!!! There is a mall close by and lots of restaurants. Sometimes we did ok with the language and other times we just stared blankly at people. We’ll get better. I even finished defensive driving! …
Thank you to everyone for a very warm send off! Your words, prayers, parting gifts, cards, etc. have made us feel very loved and taken care of. We are truly blessed to have so many wonderful friends and family who are supporting us through this venture. As for Manizales, I think we are going to …
We are here in Manizales! We had a very smooth trip over today. All is great. More tomorrow.
I’ve been slave to my “Things to Do” list lately as I’m trying to make sure everything is in order to leave. I can be quite the task master at times! This morning I sit here a bit more still. The Lord has shown me that sometimes my “to-do” list can become an idol that …
“Adoption is not for the faint of heart” is what one person told me long ago. I’d have to agree. This process is such a roller coaster. Ups – Downs – Obstacles – Delays – Crazy things that happen! Thankfully God continues to pave the way and overcome the challenges. Getting our Visas this week …
I can’t believe it, but we actually have a meeting date! After beginning this process over a year ago and being told we would travel in about four months to pick up our daughter, changing agencies, and having multiple additional delays… we are finally going to Colombia to get Lanie, our new little girl!!!! We …
Thursday was my last day to teach an incredible group of 2nd and 3rd graders. The school year has come to an end. It was bitter sweet. The sweetness is that I don’t have to write lesson plans, grade papers and I have the load of responsibilities off of me! I need to be able …
We are still “on standby”. The FBI called Thursday in the middle of my class. That was funny since my class is titled “2nd and 3rd grade Investigators” I yelled, “Class it’s the FBI. I have to take this call.” They thought I was joking! The FBI has approved my fingerprints (was there any question?) …
A few weeks ago I had to take a picture and video of Lanie’s room for the care package I sent off for her. That meant it needed to look like a bedroom instead of a “eclectic storage area” as well as the little kid toy room for our friends that come play. Therefore, my …
