Boy, what a long couple of weeks this has been! Although we were told our PA could take 2-4 weeks, everyone I "know" in the community got theirs much quicker and seem to think ours is taking a long time. UGH! Everyone has been waiting for an approval in some form or another and none showed up last week. It was very quiet on all of the China adoption forums.
It seems the officials from China have been here in the U.S. on a diplomatic visit and word is they only arrived back home over this past weekend. To top it off, Thursday marks the 60th anniversary of the founding of The People's Republic of China, followed by the mid-Autumn festival, which means all of the government offices will be closed for a week. Rumor has it all of the worker resources have been directed towards preparing for the big celebrations to come, so no paperwork has been issued or approved. So, everyone seems to think that there will be little news until after the 8th of October. Another UGH!
Our little one turns three in two weeks and we were hoping to at least get our PA so we could send a birthday gift and cake. It seems that is not likely to happen. This waiting thing is the pits...I think I need a new hobby.
On a happier note, Jen & Guy arrive on Wednesday! We are so looking forward to their visit! What a wonderful distraction it will be!
***Update***
Sept. 28th
Our coordinator said today that the translated copy of our documents were requested last week so they have looked at our application. And, that a family who is a week ahead of us is still waiting too so not to worry!
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Here's an idea while you're waiting..learn some phrases in her language.
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