There is so much uncertainty with international adoption. And we had a roller coaster ride with Maia's journey. We started the ups and downs shortly after we committed to bringing Matthew home. Some of you may remember that there was discussion that the government would be closing for adoptions in June for at least three months. Our goal was to finalize Matthew's adoption before that happened. The June shutdown was postponed and we have been very thankful for that.
On June 9, legislation was passed in our children's country that will stop all international adoptions of children under the age of 5 unless they have a very specific special need (the list is quite limited). It is our understanding that as part of this legislation and the previously planned transition from one govt authority handling adoptions to a different authority, adoptions in "far and away" will be stopped for a period of at least three months effective July 11.
What does this mean for us? Well... we really aren't sure at this point. We hope to have had our court date by that time and be in the 10 day waiting period. But, it is still possible that this shut down could prevent us from bringing our son home. And even if it doesn't affect us, it has the potential to affect other families that we know and love as they journey to bring the children of their hearts home.
So, would you please join me in praying that this will be a non-issue, not only for us but for our friends who are adopting? God is in control and as I keep reminding myself, none of this is a surprise to Him!!
Praying with you guys!! God has this. No fear or worry. Keep plugging along and go get that precious son of yours. Can't wait to see him in your arms!
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