June 9, 2008
Waiting For The 171-H

All Of the paperwork is done for the first dossier.When we get a referral we will have more paperwork. This is what will have to be done

1.copies Dr. visits and forms filled out and notarized for All of ofus
2. Dr.s liscenses
3.criminal background check(AGAIN)
4.child abuse clearance(AGAIN)
5.child acceptance letter
6.adoption petition
7.power of attorny
8.child information request
9.recommendation letter from friend
We will send all of our paperwork in to get a referral when our 171-H comes in the mail. This is from homeland security saying we can bring Kati into the country. It is coming from Atlanta and should be here in the next few weeks. When this comes then things are Really moving foward!!!!
I have really been getting nervous about adoption and letting my insecurties get in the way.At the ballpark Gray has been totally wild and out of control and alot of people feel the need to give "advice".Some have even raised eyebrows when they hear we are adopting!!! I don't blame them I feel the same way.My mom gave me a verse this morning that was"My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." I am weak at mothering. It is hard for me and stressful but I know God has called us to adoption and he will give me his power to walk through it if I humbly submit to him.I will not let myself become bitter with the "comments"I will listen to the advice and see what is true and what I can do to improve my parenting. I love my kids and as my mom said love covers a multitude of sins.edit