Celebrating

September 17, 2007- That is indeed the day that we begin the countdown. For those of you who are not familiar with the adoption process, the first most anticipated day of the process is the Log In Date(LID). This is the day your dossier is officially checked in at the CCAA in China. This is truly a milestone in the long and winding road of adoption, and a day worth celebrating. It's the first day you really feel like this will actually happen. Although we know the waiting period for a referral for Chinese adoption is longer than it's ever been, we know it's worth the wait.
In the meantime, our daughter Gusta is educating us on the Chinese culture. We have been on the receiving end of two authentic Chinese meals prepared by her. If Gusta is a representation of what the Chinese are like, then we can say they are very hard-working,and non-procrastinating. We have also learned that they are very disciplined in their school work and chores. We look forward to learning far more from her in the next 8 months.
Please join us as we countdown to referral day in about 20 months. We have placed the timing in God's hands, but continue to covet your prayers in the months ahead. Blessings to you all who are making this journey with us.