Yes everyone, we are still waiting . . . and waiting . . . and waiting. We just received an update from the agency today with good news---I think? After the Ethiopian New Year-- September 11 on our calendar-- they usually get an increase of children into the orphanage. That has started earlier this year for some reason and AAI is expecting 15 new little ones in the next several days. They also signed agreements with two new orphanages and believe, in the next couple of months, they should be able to make referrals to many who have waited a long time. I would think that would include us!
On a travel note, the court appearance Troy and I have to make in Ethiopia takes all of a whopping FIVE MINUTES! Yes, we will be traveling 20+ hours and spending thousands of dollars more for FIVE MINUTES!! Needless to say Troy---who didn't want to travel in the first place and doesn't like to spend money---is not very amused by this. On a positive note we do get to meet our child beforehand. We are also contemplating a side trip to Rome to visit Troy's brother who is a priest and will be there at the time.
One final thing to note. My last post mentioned we were number four and that was inaccurate. I called and spoke to Susan at the agency last week and unfortunately we are number five on the waiting list. I guess I learned my lesson jumping to conclusions and celebrating before the party has actually begun. Here's hoping the party is right around the corner!
It's been a LONG while
1 year ago
