Update

It's been awhile since I have given an update on this whole adoption thing, and while I feel like a broken record at times, the truth is, there really isn't much going on...at least not in the referral department.

I did however have a chance to speak with the Russia program manager at WACAP this morning who had some very good information on what we should expect over the next couple of months, and so I will share that with you.

*As you may remember, there was a significant slowdown in the Novosibirsk region last winter due to administrative changes in Russia, causing referrals to come to a near standstill. As of today, things have picked up significantly, and families have been receiving referrals on a first come, first served basis.

*What I do know is that the most recent referrals have been given to families that submitted their dossiers shortly before we did. However, I am unsure of how many families, through all adoption agencies worldwide, have submitted their dossiers between those times, and therefore, it is difficult to say how much longer our wait will be.

*I can say that there is hope that we will receive a referral before the years end. However, it is also safe to say that we will hold that time frame with an open hand, not because of anything WACAP is doing, but because I have learned that when dealing with international adoption there will be many unforeseen obstacles. It's not a complaint, it's just the truth. And I can seriously say that with a smile on my face...most of the time.

Over the next few weeks I will be working on having the second segment of our dossier documents updated, as they will be expiring in November. Honestly, I would rather swallow 30 razor blades and drink a bottle of rubbing alcohol than deal with these documents, but nevertheless, it needs to be done, and so I shall do it. Please be praying for my sanity during this time.

Have a very blessed day!
Anna