November 2, 2012

It was a typical Friday. Bella and I had school in the morning and then ran errands. The planned big event of that day was a playdate at the park and then baking chocolate chip banana bread. After lunch, Bella started fussing and was grouchy, so I decided a nap would be a good idea before our playdate. Since I like to cuddle with her as often as possible, I laid down too and dozed off. When I "came too" I realized I had a missed call and voicemail. I looked closer at the phone and realized the call came from Denver, CO...where our agency is located. I went into a state of "mini shock" and immediately called them back. It took me two attempts to correctly use the phone. While it was ringing I was thinking, "This can't be it. Surely they just need more info from us". I was wrong; this was "it". I was asked if we would like to review a file of a little boy who turning one. I think my response was "Ummmm...yeah". (I was still in shock.) We chatted for a few more minutes and I told them I would call them Monday and let them know what we thought. The agency immediately e-mailed his file to us and then everything changed. We had a decision to make....yes or no? Unlike Bella's adoption, this child was matched to us by the agency and we were encouraged to talk to as many professionals as we needed to make our decision. After showing his file to an audiologist, pediatrician who specializes in international adoption and a pediatrician we respect, we decided "yes". This little guy immediately became our son and Bella's little brother. I called CCAI as soon as they opened and told them we wanted this little guy. We want him ASAP, but have to play by China's rules so we will wait. I haven't shared much because we are not allowed to share much online at this stage. I shared a little on Facebook and realized we can't do that now! I deleted my post. Since that Monday morning have been busy with paperwork and trying to decide where Shawn's room will be. Can't wait to buy baby boy stuff. :) I will update soon with some Q & A's!