Our Homestudy is finally done!! It was actually done, approved, and notarized last week and mailed to us a few days ago, but I think it took me a few days to believe that it's really done...
Of course, the paperwork continues as we get our Dossier ready...I guess I just needed to stop and celebrate this little victory along the way!
This quote was part of my Lectio365 Sabbath devotion this morning, and as I considered what this day should look like, I began considering ...
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We got the email this afternoon announcing that we had passed court, meaning that in Ethiopia, she's legally a Magruder!! The jury'... -
We made it home, and are enjoying a day of doing laundry and learning to be a family of 5! Had an amazing trip with minimal problems....... -
Well, this is why your mother tried to teach you to not procrastinate. And, amazingly enough, I might actually be prepared to have our Eth...
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Great news! I think if our schedule allows (big if since it would need to fall between guest visits and school), Amanda'd still be interested in meeting you in Africa. Let us know when you'll be traveling.
Jonathan
sweeeet!! How much Amharic does Amanda remember?
CONGRATS!! That is FANTASTIC!
Yay!!!!!!! :)
Congratulations! We are so happy for you. Cheri and Randy
That's awesome news, Gretchen! Prayers for a smooth process from here on out! :)
So having your homestudy approved means what? There are governing bodies that agree that you have a safe and loving home. That is seriously cool. You should tell people that. "Yes, my home is certified by state agencies as a safe and loving environment for children to grow up in." That's like best mom of the year award.
To say that I would remember anything in Amharic would be a lie. I knew a few phrases at one point in life. I learned Oromifa and Tigrinya. But people always thought my Tigrinya sounded like I was an Amhar because I can't back sounds. I was an Amache but that has even been a long time ago. Its in my heart though.
YAYYYYYY!!!!!!!!!!!Seems like forever!! SO glad, you are moving now!!!!YAYYYYYY!!!!!!(you deserve two yayys for patience)
Congrats! Every victory needs to be celebrated! Hopefully CIS moves swiftly for you!
Congrats!!! Of course, it is a time to celebrate! You are one step closer to your child :)
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