Referrals!

We have heard that some referrals have gone out today. This means that children have been matched with their forever families. This is VERY EXCITING! Although I don't know these families personally, I am genuinely thrilled for everyone who received their wonderful news today!

We also received news today that several families did not pass court. This means that their cases were heard, but, they did not pass. It is during "court" where your referred child legally becomes your child. Not that they aren't before that in your hearts, but, that is when the legal connection occurs. If you fail court, a new date is set. Lately the wait for a new court date has been LONG...there is rumor that a new judge has started in Ethiopia to shorten this wait. I haven't heard for sure whether or not this judge is hearing cases, but, things are certainly moving in the right direction.

Todays emotional roller coaster is a good window into the adoption process in general. It is full of ups and downs. Just when you think that you have a handle on it, it changes!