Monday, July 28, 2008

July 28, 2008

Thank God for an ending to this day. I decided to take on the dossier and type up a bunch of letters and get them notarized at the bank. I also have copied the things that I am sending out to Carolina Hope and made a binder to organize it. I started out with a folder and have now graduated to a three ring binder with pockets. I am sure this is only the beginning to the madness of organization for me.

The bank would not notarize my signature for my 1040's. That was a little frustrating. After talking with Lisa at the adoption center, she told me this could be a problem. I am going to try a lady at my work place next.

I also asked her why the CIS place has not called me in for finger printing. Thank goodness I asked. Throught the questioning, I have found out that my home study did not give me the correct information for the price. Now I am trying to get in touch with these people who have in bold letters at the bottom of their form "Do Not Try To Contact Us". That is a little annoying. I gues the price changed a year ago this month. Hello!

Looking forward to getting this homestudy done. Enough said about that. :) God is good and I am thankful for this day and things that I was able to accomplish.

Saturday, July 26, 2008

July 26th 2008

Here I am at SeaBrook Island with my nieces for the weekend and have managed to start a blog page. After much talk about creating one, I just managed to fall upon this one. I have received all of the paper work from Carolina Hope Adoption Agency. This weekend I have spent reading and initialing all of the items required by their agency. I feel like the hectic journey is about to begin.

I have my last home study visit on July 30th, which will be the home visit. Deb, my niece, has changed out all of my outlets. The house is officially baby proofed. Are we getting the cart before the horse? I am sure we are...I tend to plan ahead of time. Way ahead.

I have enjoyed reading blogs this weekend from many families who are adopting from Ethiopia. I feel like I learn a little more each time I sign on. Thank you friends and family for your support. God has blessed me with a wonderful support system. Peace...