8 weeks...

Yep, 8 weeks since our referral.

LONG WEEKS!

Four (or more) families were notified yesterday that they have a court date. I'm so excited for them! It's a bit bittersweet, because 3 of those families received referrals after ours. I'm trying not to be impatient or frustrated with the process, but it's REALLY hard getting passed over. I keep praying that Aidan's okay and that our paperwork is in order. Unfortunately, this has just brought back some painful memories and feelings from our infertility. It's so hard to be on that roller coaster ride and hear of other's getting pregnant. As excited as I was for them, I couldn't help feel a bit envious and think "Why not me?!? They've only been trying for a month (or two, or three) when we've been trying for 4 years!" So, not my most attractive moments, and definitely not how I want to live my moments waiting for our son to come home. I have to remember that this isn't about me (or Liam), it's about Little A and when it's best for him to come home. Only God knows the timing. And I trust Him!

I'm really trying to keep faith that God is in control of this and that His plan is perfect. I just wish we had some news. Please keep Liam and me (more me...as Liam is proving to have the patience of Job) in your prayers, that we would have patience during this process. Here's praying for some great news today.

Congratulations!

Wow, three blog entries in one day; that's a new record. Exciting news today! There have been 3 court date notifications given out within the last few hours (that we know of). All are for February 14th, Valentine's Day. How perfect is that?!? Meeting your child (and falling in love) for the first time on the day set aside for love. Perfect!

One of the people who was notified today is Cerise. We received our referrals on the same day and our little boys' birthdays are only 3 days apart. The others that were notified today got their referrals after ours, so I'm really praying we will hear something soon. I can't wait to hold and smooch my little boy!

In Remembrance...

Today's the anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. Giving thanks today for all of our service men and women- be they past, present or future- who continue to put their lives in jeopardy serving our wonderful nation. Thank you for all that you do.

Tick-Tock, Tick-Tock...

Nothing new to report. We're still waiting for a court date. The last time that I contacted Holt, they said that the process could take between a month to two months (of course, this was before the delays with the license renewal). Tomorrow will be 8 weeks since our referral. Our little guy continues to grow (as he's supposed to), but I'm wishing that we could somehow stop time and keep him as young as possible. Doesn't every parent wish for that? He was 18 weeks on Saturday. We miss you so much our sweet baby boy. Your daddy and I pray every night (really the only prayer we pray now) for you to come home to us soon. Our family won't be complete until you're with us. Love you more with every day that passes.

My new favorite Christmas song...

My brother-in-law suggested that I listen to this song. So, completely off topic from the adoption, I'm sharing it with you.

It's amazing the perfection when you actually consider God's plan for our salvation. Makes me feel so humble and grateful beyond words. Remembering the true reason for Christmas and rejoicing in His birth.

Great News!

We just received word that the licensing has been renewed, so we're all clear for a court date. Let's pray we hear something soon (like today)! :)

It's official...

The situation in Ethiopia (with the license renewal) will- and probably has already- affect us. Holt hopes to resolve the issue before the end of the month, however, nothing is guaranteed at this point. So, it doesn't look like we'll have a court date before Liam's birthday, or even before Christmas.

We're disappointed, yes. Frustrated, definitely, but we're also trying to see God's will in all of this. We have faith in our adoption agency, faith in Our Heavenly Father, and faith that when Aidan is supposed to be home, then God will bring him home.

We love you little guy. Nothing has changed, except we may not get to see and hold you as soon as we had hoped.