Details of "The Call"

I did not think it would take me this long to write this entry, but...  I was driving down the freeway, talking to Joe.  I said "It is 3:00 you know" (Code for the call isn't happening today) to which he says..."I know..." Then, at 2:53 a call beeps in - Area Code 817 - I quickly and nervously say "This is it, I've got to get it..."  Of course, it was Abbey.  After some brief greetings -- How are you...Fine...How are you...then it comes..."I have some good news." I stopped her mid-sentence and said "Don't tell me anything!"  I was on my way to get Katie at school, so I could not immediately divert to be with Joe.  I called him back immediately and we determined that it was most efficient for him to get Katie at school (he was closer) and meet at home. Unfortunately, snack time had not occurred yet at school, so our 5 year old was not too pleased to be taken abruptly from such critical commitments...We had wonderful visions of seeing the pictures all together, but she was still recovering from the trauma and required a little show (Kipper the Dog) to get over it.  Once Joe and I got in front of the computer, video camera set up and positioned, we called Abbey back.  She quickly told us that they had a beautiful baby GIRL for us...Yes we were quite surprised at the girl part, since we just assumed it would be a boy.  She had her e-mail all queued up and ready to go, so we got it within 20 seconds of the call.  We had 7 pictures to pour over -- each one of them seemed to tell us a little something different about her.  After Abbey walked us through the background, medical info, etc.  I asked her "What's next?"  She indicated that when we were ready to accept the referral, to let her know.  Without hesitation, we both piped up -- WE ACCEPT! and a confirmation was on it's way.  Our heads are still spinning, but we are thrilled.  Oh, and the trauma of the missed snack time was soon forgotten as Katie saw her baby sister's picture!  On to the next leg of the journey...

Today is the Day!!

At 2:53 today, we received the call!  She is an absolutely beautiful 11 month old little girl...More details to follow.   The call is as wonderful as everyone says!!

BTW - I tried to post on the gladney africa message board, but it appeared to be down...

A New Week...

It is Monday morning and I am full of hope for the week! Cell phone is charged and ready...Let's have some movement this week!

8 Months and 5 Days

Well...We have been on waitlist for 8 months and 5 days.  I really thought we would be talking travel plans by now, but we all know how unpredictable this whole process can be.  I am so happy for all of the court passings, referrals, and court dates lately, but I have found an increase in my anxiety about our call.  Every day, I find a reason why "today would be a perfect day for a referral" but it just doesn't pan out that way.  I'm not sure what else to do, but offer it up.  I hope everyone has a wonderful Easter weekend and we will start the wait again on Monday!