Tighten your seatbelts ~

I hope that you are hanging on tight because things are getting bumpy! From what I can gather from other clients of our agency, our agency does not want to have families switch from one gender to another, it is not fair to the families that have been waiting in that line. I agree, though it does put us back in jeopardy of not receiving a referral at all. And I was really liking the idea of a baby boy. Ah well, at this point even a baby monkey is starting to sound good!

Soooooo.........the emotional rollercoaster ride continues.

Parenthood is not for Wimps!

WOW! Sorry it's been so long. I guess that since there is nothing new with our adoption, I haven't felt like posting. As the days count down to Sept. 1st, I am getting more afraid that we will not be getting our referral. All I can do is hope and pray that things will be as HE wants them to be. And I pray for the courage and strength to accept whatever HIS will is for me.

On the homefront, Natalie is completely potty-trained! Day AND Night! WOO-HOO! I never realized how nice it would be to not have to buy diapers. I can go out now with a purse instead of a diaper bag - novel idea!

She is growing up so fast. Her latest favorite saying is "I don't want to". This is her response for just about everything I ask her to do. One day, I was really, really tired. I had asked her to do something, and she responded in her cute little way. Before I knew it, I said "I didn't ask you if you WANTED to do it......just DO IT!" She blinked, and then went and did it. SCORE! I found that if I stand firm, and don't take any of her guff, she will do what I ask. Lately, Natalie has been acting like a teenager.....sassing back, refusing to do what I ask, demanding attention, and setting her own limits. I was flabbergasted. Where did my sweet, strong-willed baby go? I was at a loss. Nothing I did seemed to get through to her. Then, in a moment of frustration, I snapped and let her know that I wasn't negotiating any more. We also brought out the 'Time out Rug'. This also seems to work, she does not like time outs.

Parenthood.....it's not for wimps!

In the Hands of God

At first I was a little thrown off kilter with the thought of having a baby boy. But after saying it outloud a few times and talking about 'Him'. I am actually excited. We have chosen his name, this time Daddy got to pick. And I am busy planning what his bedroom will look like. No, I have not started buying boy stuff. But I do have planned what I want when and IF the time comes. LOL

I have not given up all hope of a baby girl, but I will be thrilled if we get a boy. It is now in the hands of someone far wiser than I. His will be done.

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I'm a Big Kid Now and little toy Trucks!

Well, since I last saw you.......Natalie is a graduate of Baby Potty Camp! I was told by a dear friend about a method of encouraging pottytraining that seems to work really well. So we tried it. I am excited to say that we have been "DRY"(even at night!) since July 4th!!! OK, one or two accidents but who's counting. We began in earnest on June 23rd, Daddy's B'Day and it's been smooth sailing since then. But it is sure weird to have to wait for your 3 yr. old to 'finish' just so you can go. We NEED another bathroom.

AND NOW FOR SOMETHING COMPLETELY DIFFERENT!

On the Adoption Front......I talked to our agency yesterday to ask where we were on the waiting list for a baby girl. He said that we were the 5th or 6th family in line. Then he said that, as the deadline approaches, some families are changing their request for a girl to either. He also said that we are right on the line, so to speak, for receiving a referral by Sept. 1st. So the next thing I remember I was saying what any other waiting mother would say......."Well, we really want a baby girl BUT if that is not an option then we would be happy to have a boy". A Boy? I also told him that we would take an older little girl as long as she was near Natalie's age. I had never even considered the thought of a baby boy (not that anything is wrong with boys - I planned on adopting one when the dust settled from this adoption). But.... a BOY? I don't have ANYTHING for a boy! So now, another thing is left in GOD'S Hands. Do I make room in Natalie's room for a sister or clean out the spare room for a brother. We'll know by Sept. 1st!

Happy 4th of July!!!!

As I get ready to celebrate with family, I think of all the family holidays that I share with family and friends. What a joy it is to have such great people in my life. There was a time when I thought that I would be alone for the rest of my days. But God had other plans for me. He gave me a wonderful man to spend my days and nights with. And through that union, I have a precious daughter. Granted, we had to go half way around the world to bring her home, but we would gladly have walked every inch to get to her. She is the joy of our lives. Another gift that my husband gave me was the gift of an extended family. They are not with out a quirk or two, but what family is perfect? Besides, they accepted me, so that can't be that bad. LOL No - really, they're great people to have in your corner.

So, as everyone is watching the fireworks and enjoying a hotdog or two, give thanks for wonderful family and friends. Cuz without them, you'd be eating that dog alone. I know I would be.

Christopher, We are very proud of you and pray that you stay safe.