We have received word that our I-800 got sent to the USCIS (United States Citizenship and Immigration Services/Department of Homeland Security) last week. We should receive notice of receipt of this in 2 weeks. Soon after, approval. All kinds of words are thrown at us now. Article 5 drop off, TA (travel approval), CA (consult appointment), Visa Applications, etc.
So much is coming at us, and we are trying to absorb what we can and prioritize. We are incredibly grateful for an excellent adoption agency (Lifeline, you rock!) that really has come along side us and gone above and beyond to make this process as simple as possible for us (and it's NOT simple!).
The boys are getting excited. We are getting excited. It's really REALLY happening. Goodness. There is just so much to do!
Toby told me today, when we came across a picture the boys have in their room of Kameron that, "Mom, I love Kameron!" I said, "Ohh honey that is soo soo sweet and makes momma's heart happy!" He looked at me, and with a matter of fact attitude retorted, "Well mom, he IS my brother.."
... Well, of course.... :)
Also, we got this fortune on Thursday evening from a fortune cookie and it made Jesse and I smile:
Our recent Quilt Fundraiser was very successful! Thank you to everyone who participated. Especially to Jesse's cousin, Jenn who donated the beautiful quilt to help us bring our boy home.
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| Thank you to those who donated, for those who have shared our story, for those who encourage and pray for our family! |
We still need to raise about $7,000 dollars before we travel. It's coming up so soon. We are waiting on pins and needles, praying often, and waiting to hear back about the grant requests we have submitted. We know God will provide.
Also, stay tuned. We have another fundraiser or two up our sleeves...... :)
-- The Maddux Family
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