I'm sure you're wondering why in the world we purchased our airline tickets when our court date isn't "official". We were a little unsure about booking our flights too, but our caseworker wanted us to go ahead and get everything taken care of so we could begin getting our visas and itineraries together. So, we did! I'll just hold my breath until we hear the "official" word!
We leave on July 25th and return on August 1st. We had quite a time trying to find flights this go round. It was MUCH easier and cheaper last time we went. We ended up using a fantastic travel agent that found us a GREAT fare! We will have a 12 hour overnight layover in Amsterdam, but for the price...that's ok with us.
We have the dates for our third trip as well. If all goes according to plan (which it rarely does), we'll be bringing "little man" home on my Dad's birthday! (It's been so long since we've seen our "little man", that I may have to start calling him "big man" when we get back from this next trip!)
On another note, please continue to pray for my grandmother. It seems to be one thing after another. Everytime we think we're taking a step forward, it seems like something else happens and we take a step back. She's very weak and tired today and her blood counts are low. My mom and my grandpa are exhausted. They've been sitting at the hospital everyday now for about 10+ days. Everyone just needs some rest and little good news!
Congrats on purchasing your airline tickets!! Very exciting. I am sorry to read about your grandmother being ill.
ReplyDeleteI found your blog on the agency website... :) We are working with them as well and also have 4 children as well! Hope all goes smoothly for you over the next month!
It's great to hear from you, Rachel! I will be praying for your adoption as well! It's a difficult journey, but worth every hard moment!
DeleteThat's so Awesome that you are adopting a little one from Russia. I know You don't know me, I was also adopted from Russia, with three of my siblings. What part of Russia are you guys going to? I hope ya'll have a safe trip.
ReplyDeleteNatasha, thank you for your comment. I looked at your blog, and I want you to know that I will be praying for you daily! You did a very difficult and brave thing! I can't imagine how your heart must ache at times. As a soon to be adoptive mom, thank you for giving your son the gift of life! You are a true hero in my book! May God bless you and give you a peace that only comes from Him!
DeleteThank you, What I did was just a small little selfless gift. I miss him everyday, I still have moments where its really hard. But when I see pictures I know I did the right thing. Im so excited for you and your family.. how old is this little one you are getting? How long will yall be in Russia? and what part of Russia are you going?
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