Where are we in the process? We are waiting for our LOA, or Letter Seeking Confirmation. It's basically our formal approval from China. It averages 50 days, but can take 35 and can take 100. As soon as we get this letter, we have about 75 days to travel. This letter will determine whether we travel in November or January. It's all pretty exciting. Please pray that we receive this letter sooner rather than later.
I have been yard sailing to fill her closet with clothes. A few wonderful people have given me their hand me downs. I can tell you that it's very strange to see pink clothes in the closet!
As always I have some prayer requests:
1. We heard back from another grant, which we were denied. We are still waiting on three, and one is a matching grant. If we get that grant, than basically all donations are doubled up to a certain point. It would be wonderful to get atleast one more grant. We still have over 15000 to pay towards this adoption.
2. There is a possibility of Le Le having palate surgery in China. We would much rather wait for her to get here to have this surgery, so please pray they opt to wait since they know she is being adopted.
3. That the Lord would be preparing her heart for this HUGE life change.
4. And the BIGGIE..that our LOA would arrive quickly!
Thank you for the continued love and support.
Steff
Hi! Thanks for your comment on my blog! Its fun to connect with other Gladney families! You must be the family Cheryl Parkhill mentioned to us. Three boys... adopting girl... should get aquaited:)
ReplyDeleteMy email address is erinmrtnatyahoodotcom. Would love to hear from you!