Sunday was Neil's 16th birthday. It is so hard to believe that my boy is 16. We went to a 5k run in Long Beach for Robert's running team. I was walking with Marsha and we came in last. A little bit later we went to Oggis and then Neil opened his presents.
I e-mailed the agency yesterday. I think we've made a decision, but we're not completely ready to solidify it. For right now, we're going to see how long we will have to wait. When we find out, we will make a formal decision as to whether or not we stay with this referral or go back on the list.
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Another hiccup
Yes, another hiccup. The court hearing didn't go as I had hoped it would. We got word today that the prosecutor didn't feel they had exhausted all of the resources. As a result, Princesa V is not available for international adoption. We can either wait or we can go back on the list.
I don't like hiccups.
I don't like hiccups.
Waiting 1.5
Here we are waiting to hear if Princesa V. is officially available. The court hearing was supposed to be yesterday. I'm hoping while I was at my first yoga class, the hearing was going on and the decision was an affirmative. I'm hoping to hear soon.
Yesterday we heard from the accountant. We had received a request to pay additional to the state. After looking at everything, the state decided that wouldn't be necessary. YES!!!
So today's plan is to get some groceries, do AP lesson plans, get a review ready for Spanish 2 and get everything else going.
Should be a good day.
Yesterday we heard from the accountant. We had received a request to pay additional to the state. After looking at everything, the state decided that wouldn't be necessary. YES!!!
So today's plan is to get some groceries, do AP lesson plans, get a review ready for Spanish 2 and get everything else going.
Should be a good day.
Friday, July 15, 2011
The leap of faith
After talking to the doctor on Monday we decided to take the leap of faith. We agreed to meet nuestra princesa. We are now waiting to find out what happens in Russia on July 20th. We are hoping that on July 20th the judge will make nuestra princesa available for us to meet her. If so, we will be leaving August 14th. Neil and I will be missing the first week of school.
Other than finishing up the pool, not much else has been going on. We've decided to stay local this weekend so as to not get caught up in Carmageddon. Yes, they have closed the 405 freeway. We will stay on this side.
Other than finishing up the pool, not much else has been going on. We've decided to stay local this weekend so as to not get caught up in Carmageddon. Yes, they have closed the 405 freeway. We will stay on this side.
Thursday, July 7, 2011
It's been a while
Yes, it has, but that is going to change now.
First things first. The situation has been remedied. It was a stressful two months, but the Friday before Memorial Day became the day that everything was settled. Many lessons were learned. School ended. Neil did a great job in his spring semester of his sophomore year. Baseball ended, thankfully.
So now, to pick things up.
The fourth was very quiet. We went to see a movie and then bought things to barbecue. We ate at home and pretty much just relaxed. We've been enjoying our new, or rather renewed, pool. We will be getting the safety fence in next week. We decided to not go and see the fireworks.
On the 5th, we took the paddle boards out to Malibu. It was exciting for me because it was the first time that I had ever been out past the surf on something other than a big boat. Robert had to walk the paddleboard out for me. I didn't stand up on it as much as I should have. I was really nervous even though I was wearing a life vest.
As we were driving to look for some place to eat lunch, I notice that my phone had a missed message. It was from the agency! Last week Diana had told me to expect the call any day. We went to Coral Beach Cantina for lunch. After I ordered, I went out to call. Diana told me that Princesa V. would be available later in the month. Then she e-mailed the pictures and the medical report. I opened the e-mail on my phone.
She is beautiful. She has big cheeks and blue eyes. She has light brown hair. She is absolutely beautiful.
I spoke with the IA doctor earlier this evening. There are some questions that I asked the agency.
Well, that is it. No more season long breaks. Let's get real!!
First things first. The situation has been remedied. It was a stressful two months, but the Friday before Memorial Day became the day that everything was settled. Many lessons were learned. School ended. Neil did a great job in his spring semester of his sophomore year. Baseball ended, thankfully.
So now, to pick things up.
The fourth was very quiet. We went to see a movie and then bought things to barbecue. We ate at home and pretty much just relaxed. We've been enjoying our new, or rather renewed, pool. We will be getting the safety fence in next week. We decided to not go and see the fireworks.
On the 5th, we took the paddle boards out to Malibu. It was exciting for me because it was the first time that I had ever been out past the surf on something other than a big boat. Robert had to walk the paddleboard out for me. I didn't stand up on it as much as I should have. I was really nervous even though I was wearing a life vest.
As we were driving to look for some place to eat lunch, I notice that my phone had a missed message. It was from the agency! Last week Diana had told me to expect the call any day. We went to Coral Beach Cantina for lunch. After I ordered, I went out to call. Diana told me that Princesa V. would be available later in the month. Then she e-mailed the pictures and the medical report. I opened the e-mail on my phone.
She is beautiful. She has big cheeks and blue eyes. She has light brown hair. She is absolutely beautiful.
I spoke with the IA doctor earlier this evening. There are some questions that I asked the agency.
Well, that is it. No more season long breaks. Let's get real!!
Saturday, April 23, 2011
Hiccups
It's been a stressful few weeks. The "situation" has not been remedied. I was honest with the agency and notified them with what was going on. It was such a disappointment because I think we were supposed to get the referral the week of spring break. I do believe everything for a reason so I'm trying not to dwell on it. I just wish a decision would be made so that we could breathe.
I've decided that I'm going to call these obstacles hiccups. Sometimes I can get rid of them by holding my breath, but sometimes I have to let them run their course. Either way, they're annoying.
Yesterday my cousin called me. He invited us to celebrate my uncle's birthday. We went and had a nice time. My cousins daughters are beautiful. It was fun watching Robert and Neil play with them. The only hard part was my uncle and one of my cousins trying to talk me out of what we're doing. I know that my other cousin adopted and didn't have a good experience. I know that they love me and don't want anything bad to happen, but I also have confidence in what I'm doing.
As far as what else has been going on:
1. Neil's team isn't doing well. We're still looking for our first win.
2. School is still going well. We made it through state testing. AP exams are next and then finals.
I've decided that I'm going to call these obstacles hiccups. Sometimes I can get rid of them by holding my breath, but sometimes I have to let them run their course. Either way, they're annoying.
Yesterday my cousin called me. He invited us to celebrate my uncle's birthday. We went and had a nice time. My cousins daughters are beautiful. It was fun watching Robert and Neil play with them. The only hard part was my uncle and one of my cousins trying to talk me out of what we're doing. I know that my other cousin adopted and didn't have a good experience. I know that they love me and don't want anything bad to happen, but I also have confidence in what I'm doing.
As far as what else has been going on:
1. Neil's team isn't doing well. We're still looking for our first win.
2. School is still going well. We made it through state testing. AP exams are next and then finals.
Sunday, April 3, 2011
The unknown
Well, we made it through WASC. It was a great three days and we are hoping for a six year. Unfortunately our school also had a tragedy while WASC was there. The 18 year old son (who was a senior) of two teachers passed away. It was very sad.
Yesterday Neil had a game. He had his best game ever. He got a hit and scored the only run for his team. He also pitched two innings and did a great job. I'm looking forward to more games.
We are starting Spring Break. (Edited: This talked about the situation that has since been remedied.)
Yesterday Neil had a game. He had his best game ever. He got a hit and scored the only run for his team. He also pitched two innings and did a great job. I'm looking forward to more games.
We are starting Spring Break. (Edited: This talked about the situation that has since been remedied.)
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