I found out this afternoon that we have moved up to #5 on the waiting list for a referral! Yeah! I thought this sign was most appropriate since it shows how I feel...proceed with caution...twists and curves ahead. I know there are some awesome things waiting ahead for us, but I don't want to get too excited just yet. We still have a ways to go. The judges in India have pushed some things through this week so...Some of you have been asking, "So what does this mean in your timeline?" Well, there really is no way to know. Adoption truly is a journey filled with surprise twists and turns around every corner. If every family in front of us wants a girl, then we would be next in line for a little boy. Of course, that is not likely...just wishful thinking. :) We could receive a referral in two weeks, or it could be January or February. Once we do receive a referral for a specific little boy, however, then the wait is an average of 4-6 months waiting for the judges in India to grant the documents necessary to travel and pick up our little boy. All the offices in India shut down during the months of October and December to celebrate their holidays. We are in the same boat with many of our Dillon friends hoping that the judges will keep processing that paperwork so that our children can get home to their forever families!
4 comments:
Candace,Let me be the first to congratulate your family to the big number 5!How exciting.Movement is good. Every step brings us closer to our children! I like your sign,it sure describes what a adoption journey can be like!Hopefully we will have a smooth road! I hope no road construction! Gidget
Congrats on moving up. Your referral usually comes when you least expect it - hopefully yours will be soon!
Hooray! I'm glad to hear that you're closer to your son! Cheering you on,
Nancy
Yeah for #5! :) Can't wait to hear your good news soon!
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