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!

19 months and counting

June 14th marked our 19 month long in date anniversary. We have to be closer but the line feels longer and longer.
I think what I dislike about the wait the most is the feeling that we are waiting for time to pass. It goes against what I know is healthy.
Our friends are on their way back from China as I type. We are very excited to meet their son. The blog is Journey to baby Miracle on the right.
I got my first quilt square from friends or family. Of course it was from my mom. I love it. It will go into the album. I am inspired to start working on the quilt now. We have several squares but we don't know the people they are from.