I saw this on another blog I follow and had to borrow it (Thanks Ashley!)
This has been floating around blogland, and I just had to add it to my blog. If this wait wasn't so heartbreaking, I'd be laughing.

* You know that I-600 & I-171 aren't highways
* You've been expecting a baby for over 3 years
* You understand that it's 2006 in some parts of the world
*You've "paid for" 3 citizenships, but never brought anyone into the U.S
*You know that waiting for China has nothing to do with Dillards or dishes
*Your homestudy is followed by a number (i.e. #3 or #4)
*You never know how many days next month will have
*You know that babies come in batches
*You've been fingerprinted four times, but never committed a crime
*You automatically assume everyone who is expecting is having a girl(most of the time)
*You own new clothing in 3 little sizes for all 4 seasons (because you don't know when or how big).
*You look twice when you see a lady bug
*You know people who understand when you talk about 2 day months & 5 day months
*Your due date hasn't changed by days, but by years
*You know that forecast doesn't have anything to do with the weather
*You've waited so long, they re-checked your fingerprints to see if they changed. Trying to understand why they're printing you again, you study your own fingerprints and wonder if fingerprints grow wrinkles
*When you speak of "that time of month" you're talking about CCAA updates & referrals

And finally...You might be adopting from China if you love someone you've never met with all your heart.

Happy Valentine's Day.

Okay they say no news is good news but that isn't always true. We have recently come to the conclusion that every month that passes, we don't really get any closer. Every time we talk to the adoption agency, the adoption news gets a little less promising. We are still hopeful that we will get a referral. We are not optimistic that it will be anytime soon. We are very discouraged, but we will get through it.

On a positive note, we found out Brian's brother will return from Afghanistan in early March. We can't wait until he gets back home with his family.

Best wishes to all.

Melody

Happy New Year

Here's to a happy and healthy 2009 for all of our friends and family.

Two Years down.

Today marks two years of having our paperwork officially in China. That means we started the process about 28 months ago.
I must be really emotional right now because I have tried to post something 4 times and had to delete it because it showed way to much feeling. With that being said, I just don't have anything else to share. Well, at least I don't have anything that I think is appropriate to share.
Pleae remember my Nephew (Tucker) and Brother-in-Law (Kevin) in your prayers. If you know me you know about Tucker's health problems, and Kevin is in Afghanistan.

The cutest little pumpkin!

I don't have much to say about the adoption right now. The fact that we still don't have a referral really speaks for itself, but I really love this picture!!!!!!

Newest Family Member

This is my new brother. His name is Buddy. My Mom and Dad got him this weekend. We have all missed having a dog in the family. He is a 5 1/2week old pug. I can't wait to doggysit! I tried to talk Brian into purchasing his sister, but I was not able to convince him.

Sidewalk Chalk

We had a fun weekend while friends came to town car shopping. Graeme and Lily, (in the picture), are the children of our Dear friends Margaret and Wes. We got to babysit on Saturday and thankfully Margaret got some sidewalk chalk to smooth things over. Graeme was not exactly happy when his parents left and the art work did the trick. The sun was so bright we couldn't see very well to take pictures. It was a really busy day. Lily drew a lovely tomato and watermelon. I don't think I got a good picture of that. Next time I will get sunglasses!