Yeahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh, one step closer to getting the heck out of here on 4/30. I am about to puke, I am that excited!
Today I received Micah's Birth Certificate and it was actually issued on Tuesday.. Right now I have lots and lots and lots of hope to leave for my desired timing.
BTW, his birthdate is 11/25/2005. So he will be 5 in November. That looks sort of okay but I think we still will have to make him one year younger just to give him some time to catch up. Otherwise he would start Kindergarten next year..
Anyways, I am supppppppppppppppper excited today!
Love you all..
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Ramblings/Danica got a job
I told the kids the other day to pack up some of their toys for me to take. Amira packed Misrak's toys and Biruk picked Micah's toys. I was so amazed at what Biruk was sharing for me to take. All the superman stuff he got for his birthday and over time. I think he really wants to take care of his little brother. But than Danica budded in and told him that it might not come home so he took some stuff back:) His daily temper tantrums have really become less because I have been preaching to him that he is the big brother and he shouldn't be crying over everything infront of Micah because Micah will do everything he does. The kids are really ready for them. They can't hardly wait.
Also Danica finally found a job. Since she changed colleges in January she automatically lost her job at the old college because it was work study. Actually since the last week she not just has one job but 2 jobs and they also offered her #3 job but she had to decline. She will be working at a spa and at the genetic department at her school. It has been a long 4 months with her not having a job and on our pocket books but we are all so thankful. It was hard on us because we had to carry her and even harder on Danica because she was dependent on us again. But we made it through. I am so thankful to my God that he finally opened the doors for her after she kept knocking and knocking and knocking and she almost lost her confidence to find a job. I kept telling her that eventually the doors will open for her if she just keeps knocking and they finally did. She is also doing incredibly well at her new college with her grades and I see that competitiveness come out again. I am so proud of my baby girl.
Also Danica finally found a job. Since she changed colleges in January she automatically lost her job at the old college because it was work study. Actually since the last week she not just has one job but 2 jobs and they also offered her #3 job but she had to decline. She will be working at a spa and at the genetic department at her school. It has been a long 4 months with her not having a job and on our pocket books but we are all so thankful. It was hard on us because we had to carry her and even harder on Danica because she was dependent on us again. But we made it through. I am so thankful to my God that he finally opened the doors for her after she kept knocking and knocking and knocking and she almost lost her confidence to find a job. I kept telling her that eventually the doors will open for her if she just keeps knocking and they finally did. She is also doing incredibly well at her new college with her grades and I see that competitiveness come out again. I am so proud of my baby girl.
Thursday, April 8, 2010
Light at the end of the Tunnel
Well today I heard from the agency that we got our decree. One step forward. Since the 4/21 embassy date is out for sure now, I am now hoping for a 5/5 embassy date. They are not promising this yet because they want to make sure all the papers are in prior to the date. If it is the 5/5 embassy date, I am going for sure if it ends up being 5/19 Kevin most likely will go because he is on break. I should know by 4/21 which embassy date I am getting. Oh and the ticker to the right is just my wishful ticker:)
Saturday, April 3, 2010
Monday, March 29, 2010
Finally an Exit report on Misrak
I got this report today. It was very short. They say she has a size 12 in shoes, shirt 6-7 and pants 3Tto 4. Haha, the pant size I am not going to believe the rest sounds good to me and pretty much what I expected.
I am sad that I have not gotten any updates or photos on Misrak all this time but as I always say, the Kidane kids are the forgotten ones, at least this time around. If she is truly like they described her she is just like Amira which makes me so happy. I cannot wait to put my hands on my precious little girl and love her and assure her how special she is. Soon, hopefully soon.
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Misrak is a very quiet girl. She is a bit shy, but when she gets use to the people around, she is more confident. She is very playful and likes particularly to play in the playground. She has the most beautiful smile ever. She also needs to be hugged and to feel that people pay attention to her, otherwise she is somewhat insecure and isolates herself. Misrak is a lovely child who needs to be reassured and comforted.
I am sad that I have not gotten any updates or photos on Misrak all this time but as I always say, the Kidane kids are the forgotten ones, at least this time around. If she is truly like they described her she is just like Amira which makes me so happy. I cannot wait to put my hands on my precious little girl and love her and assure her how special she is. Soon, hopefully soon.
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Misrak is a very quiet girl. She is a bit shy, but when she gets use to the people around, she is more confident. She is very playful and likes particularly to play in the playground. She has the most beautiful smile ever. She also needs to be hugged and to feel that people pay attention to her, otherwise she is somewhat insecure and isolates herself. Misrak is a lovely child who needs to be reassured and comforted.
Sunday, March 28, 2010
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Micah is Finished
Today the weirdest thing happened. I wrote my agency an email early this morning to check in with them reminding them that my son had court next Monday and making sure all necessary docs were there.
Later in the day I got an email back saying the attorney went to court and finished the case on Monday and they waiting now for the court decision which is the adoption decree I suppose.
I know I am not acting crazy excited ; I sort of have my guards up right now because the last news just hurt too bad. Just waiting for the birth certificate/embassy date so I know its for real. Than I will get excited.
Hopefully we can get an embassy date in May.
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Misrak's photos
When I found out Micah never passed court I had to take down the slide of him so here is the one just of my precious Misrak. You guys have already seen the pics when she passed court. Unfortunately I only have half of the pics of her than what I have of Micah. The children at Kidane are so neglected when it comes to picture taken
Saturday, March 20, 2010
Amira learning how to ride her Bike
Amira said she wants to know how to ride her bike before Misrak gets here. Its amazing to see what motivates people. For Amira, its Misrak. I am sure she is ready when she gets here. This whole last year she had no desire to learn it.
My Montage 3/20/10 at OneTrueMedia.com
The kids are trying to explain why they are happy about Misrak and Micah coming
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
The News I Never Expected to Hear!!!
Today I found out something so crazy that I wished I had never heard.
I found out this morning from my agency after they were checking with the clerk of the court and finally with the judge that Micah’s case never passed court on February 5. It said: the Judge said MOWA recommendations were not in the file, even though …… specifically remembers seeing the positive recommendations on the desk at the MOWA office. It took almost 6 weeks to figure this out?
I know we are dealing with 3rd world country and stuff but to me that looks like pure laziness on someone’s part. To me that’s a bunch of hearsay and pointing fingers, instead of getting to the bottom of it rather quickly. Nothing else. So if I was beaming yesterday I really am today. I have not words other than that I feel totally joked on.
My son’s new court date is 3/29. Please keep that precious little guy in your prayer for a successful court date. And if he were to pass court and “everything goes smoothly” thereafter, than we will look at a May embassy date.
I found out this morning from my agency after they were checking with the clerk of the court and finally with the judge that Micah’s case never passed court on February 5. It said: the Judge said MOWA recommendations were not in the file, even though …… specifically remembers seeing the positive recommendations on the desk at the MOWA office. It took almost 6 weeks to figure this out?
I know we are dealing with 3rd world country and stuff but to me that looks like pure laziness on someone’s part. To me that’s a bunch of hearsay and pointing fingers, instead of getting to the bottom of it rather quickly. Nothing else. So if I was beaming yesterday I really am today. I have not words other than that I feel totally joked on.
My son’s new court date is 3/29. Please keep that precious little guy in your prayer for a successful court date. And if he were to pass court and “everything goes smoothly” thereafter, than we will look at a May embassy date.
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Looking for Dresser but Instead I found this!
Our 2nd children's room is slowly but surely coming together as of tonight. From the very beginning I said I will not go in debt over this adoption which includes buying furniture and clothing or whatever they need. Kevin wanted the easy way out and just buy new beds and dressers (he probably got tired of my grumpiness because I want the room ready) but I put my foot down and said no. Its not that easy when your trying to buy used stuff and attempting to match the best you can... Yesterday someone donated to us a very, very good mattress set with rails, today I got another bed and mattress from a co-worker for free, and Kevin bought a really nice used bed and mattress with bookself headboard. Hopefully soon we can get the girl room set up this weekend. We have to paint the bed from my co-worker white since the other bed is white. God has truly blessed us abundantly today.
Anyways, while I was looking for dressers at the Goodwill, I found these cute little shirts below. After the description I got of my son I thought these shirt would be simply fitting for him and he can wear them with pride:) I didn't even look for Misrak because she is LOADED with beautiful clothes from my sister in Germany. Micah still needs a bunch of clothes, he just has the bare necessities to get him home which is fine.
Anyways, while I was looking for dressers at the Goodwill, I found these cute little shirts below. After the description I got of my son I thought these shirt would be simply fitting for him and he can wear them with pride:) I didn't even look for Misrak because she is LOADED with beautiful clothes from my sister in Germany. Micah still needs a bunch of clothes, he just has the bare necessities to get him home which is fine.
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Update
Guess what? Micah's file is lost at the court!!!! Without the file, they cannot produce a adoption decree. We are now in week 5 and I am so tired of hearing his file is lost. I so didn't want to hear that. What's next? I don't know what it is with my boys that I am adopting.
Misrak's decree was done and I got her birth certificate today. Her birth date is 6/6/2004. That was a decent date the court chose. At least she is not too old or too young although she now has the same birth year as Amira and Biruk, triplets for sure! I had planned all along to give the new kiddos birthdates like 5/5, 6/6 or something like that because its hard to keep up anymore and it takes me minutes v. seconds to answer people my kids' birth dates.
In the mean time, even though Misrak is done, I cannot travel until Micah is done.
Misrak's decree was done and I got her birth certificate today. Her birth date is 6/6/2004. That was a decent date the court chose. At least she is not too old or too young although she now has the same birth year as Amira and Biruk, triplets for sure! I had planned all along to give the new kiddos birthdates like 5/5, 6/6 or something like that because its hard to keep up anymore and it takes me minutes v. seconds to answer people my kids' birth dates.
In the mean time, even though Misrak is done, I cannot travel until Micah is done.
Monday, March 8, 2010
Micah's Departure Report
First off, I know some of you want to know, but NO travel date yet. We are in week 5 of waiting.
The other day I got measurements for Misrak but no departure report. Hopefully I will get one on her too. As to her measurements she is the exact height and weight of Biruk so it will be interesting to see. She gained almost 9 pounds which I am sure is not true; not from eating at Kidane. I am so curious about her shoe size. I bought 3 different sizes. When I picked up Amira and Biruk none of their shoes fit, they were all too big.
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RE: his clothes size in the report: the lady who evaluated him recommended a size 3t which I totally not believe. I will keep him in 18mo clothes for pants and shirts 2T at the biggest. That's just my gut telling me.
I loved reading this and very true from the way many have described him. It was nice to hear what his teacher had to say also.
Little Gecho is the first person most people meet at Little Ahope. He is somewhat of the unofficial guide or leader. He runs up to you, and you expect baby talk, but instead you hear intelligent speech. Though Gecho is 5-years-old, he has the physical appearance of a 1 or 2-year-old with a round belly, But, his size doesn’t stop him. He is the friendliest and most comical child I’ve met. He makes everyone smile and is adorable. Gecho can normally be found in the baby room where he sleeps, talking with his caregivers or hanging out in the front room chatting with volunteers. His teacher told me he is like the Little Ahope monitor or boss for the children. He is a natural leader. Also, she mentioned that he is a perfectionist and doesn’t want anyone to touch or interfere with his things. She said he has a passion for learning and is very intelligent. This is apparent in his perfect speech and good English for his age. He loved talking with me, and he even became possessive of me not wanting me to give attention to other children. He is quite independent despite his social nature. Gecho is clearly one of the most beloved children at Little Ahope, and he will make a wonderful addition to the family.
The other day I got measurements for Misrak but no departure report. Hopefully I will get one on her too. As to her measurements she is the exact height and weight of Biruk so it will be interesting to see. She gained almost 9 pounds which I am sure is not true; not from eating at Kidane. I am so curious about her shoe size. I bought 3 different sizes. When I picked up Amira and Biruk none of their shoes fit, they were all too big.
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RE: his clothes size in the report: the lady who evaluated him recommended a size 3t which I totally not believe. I will keep him in 18mo clothes for pants and shirts 2T at the biggest. That's just my gut telling me.
I loved reading this and very true from the way many have described him. It was nice to hear what his teacher had to say also.
Little Gecho is the first person most people meet at Little Ahope. He is somewhat of the unofficial guide or leader. He runs up to you, and you expect baby talk, but instead you hear intelligent speech. Though Gecho is 5-years-old, he has the physical appearance of a 1 or 2-year-old with a round belly, But, his size doesn’t stop him. He is the friendliest and most comical child I’ve met. He makes everyone smile and is adorable. Gecho can normally be found in the baby room where he sleeps, talking with his caregivers or hanging out in the front room chatting with volunteers. His teacher told me he is like the Little Ahope monitor or boss for the children. He is a natural leader. Also, she mentioned that he is a perfectionist and doesn’t want anyone to touch or interfere with his things. She said he has a passion for learning and is very intelligent. This is apparent in his perfect speech and good English for his age. He loved talking with me, and he even became possessive of me not wanting me to give attention to other children. He is quite independent despite his social nature. Gecho is clearly one of the most beloved children at Little Ahope, and he will make a wonderful addition to the family.
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