For a military family, the phrase 'hurry up and wait' can always bring a rueful, knowing smile. I'm thinking the National Guard has allowed us to practice for the rollercoaster of international adoption.
On the one hand, I have a huge stack of paperwork that will comprise our dossier. This stack is almost complete. And yet, there are lots of steps to complete once it is finally done. We aren't even truly waiting yet. You can't be waiting while your to-do list is still full.
On another front, our home study report is one step closer to being finally finished. I cannot tell you what a relief all that will be!
I'm still concerned about the USCIS fingerprint appointment. I realized after reading other blogs that even though I was allowed to leave, I could still fail this fingerprint screening as I have all the other electronic attempts I've made in my lifetime. I'm not sure how many fingerprints have to be "good" for a passing score. I doubt I passed. If that's the case, I have to return to try again. When I fail that one, then there is an alternative procedure--another background check in my municipality and an interview with CIS plus signing some sworn statement. I'm imagining this taking some sweet time.
In happier news, I can tell you that M3 did receive our care package and reportedly was very fond of its contents, especially the sunglasses! Once we are officially referred our girl, I'm hoping for photos and/or video of the exchange. Of course, nothing can be shared publicly until she is officially, officially ours. For good measure, I may not share photos here until we pass court and are on our way home. I've also considered taking the blog private when our paperwork goes to Ethiopia for safe measure, but I'll keep you posted on that in case a password becomes necessary.
My husband will be home sometime this weekend to celebrate Easter with us. I love Easter. All the promise of the day itself plus the breath of fresh air spring provides. Looking forward to it all and very hopeful this will be our last Easter with only two little girls in the house!
Just wanted you to know that I'm thinking of you and praying for you, Friend! Sweet blessings, Amy
Posted by: Amy Ivey | April 09, 2009 at 02:36 AM
Prayers that the fingerprinting passes and you can move to the next step. The sweet reward at the end of this long tunnel will make the process fade away in your memory. Enjoy your Easter and your time with hubby!
Posted by: Lisa | April 09, 2009 at 08:14 AM