Hanging Out

My mother knit this sweater for her. It was hot that day so I couldn't keep it on her, but she kept running her hand up and down the soft sleeve =)

She is learning to walk. She loves it and claps whenever she stands and bounces.

Making New Friends

Alyssa made friends with the baby next door today. Then when her friend started to cry she knew just what to do!

At Long Last!

She arrived sound asleep! =)

I just bought a ticket on one of these ... will be leaving on the 25th of September! I am coming Alyssa!!!!

Approval!

I met the nicest man in the South Portland USCIS office via email today. I had been writing to the wrong office, but once I mailed a plea to the correct office, this gentleman wrote back and said he would go and look for my app. and work on it today. I of course ran outside and did my "happy dance". Several emails later he wrote to inform me that I had met the guidlines and would be receiving my approval in the mail!!! He certainly didn't need to work on mine today. I am sure he had a pile of paperwork sitting on his desk, what a nice guy! So, it is now time to get my visa, then my plane ticket and then off to meet and love all over Alyssa =) YAY!

This picture was taken today!

Second picture of my little sweetie ... will be adding bow to hair asap =)

Dreams Really Do Come True!

I got THE call today! I still can barely breathe or stop crying ... but had to let you all know that I will be on my way to meet my second daughter in 2-3 weeks!
She is a healthy 12 month old little girl and it would appear she likes to eat! Word is she is happy and affectionate.

Finger prints finger prints and more finger prints!

In the past when I have sent in my I600 I would get a date usually three months down the road. But, God took care of this, just as He has everything else since I started my new adoption. I had been worrying because my turn to travel looks to be approaching quickly and my home study wasn't complete. Just days before I left for Haiti, the HS was finished and I sent off my I600. The day I returned there was my appointment in the mail...date of finger prints August 4th!! Wow! So cool!

Opinions?

A friend sent this picture as an idea for Alyssa's nursery. After I move a wall about 2 feet giving the room a bit more closet space I want to start painting. The room is actually quite large for a bedroom, but that leaves plenty of space for stuffed animals and tea parties. What do you all think of these colors and decor? I think it is peaceful.

When Love Takes You In