We have a court date! The Ethiopian goverment has scheduled the 30th of July to review our file and approve our request to adopt Ella and Macie! This is huge news, as we were extremely close to the court closure date.
Just to explain, Ethiopia has a summer recess of sorts that shuts the courts down completely between the first week of August and the first or second week of September. During this time, no cases are heard by the courts and any families with referrals are left waiting an added month and a half for court approval. This also extends the wait for travel by the same length of time.
We had received our referral so late in June, that we were fairly certain we would get caught in the closure. When I received word from Kristina yesterday, that we had a court date I was thrilled. Things move in their own time and at their own pace. Our girls could be home as early as September!
As soon as we get word that the court as approved our adoption, I will be sure to post the girls pictures so that you all can see.
I can't believe it- I have so much to do!!!!!
I am so excited for you. It is so neat to see the Lord work in all of this. Your faith in Him and His timing is so encouraging.
ReplyDeleteWell Beth, today you and Dudley left Redding for your latest, greatest, and most exciting journey!!
ReplyDeleteKinda hard to see you drive away (sniff, sniff), but am SO VERY EXCITED for you, Garrett, Ella and Macie!!!
Besides, I'll soon have two new grandaughters to "dote" on - Hallelujah!!!
Enjoy your journey! I'm praying!
Love,
Mom