Thursday, August 13, 2009

One year down...

Today was our one year LID* anniversary. And I wanted to be more in the moment and dwell on it. I wanted to dream about our daughter-to-be and read a novel set in China and have Chinese take-out. I wanted to have something profound to say about the year that has passed.

But life got in the way. And I'm tired. Really, really tired.

Maybe tomorrow...


* LID stands for log-in-date. This is the date that the governmental adoption agency in China receives your adoption paperwork. Adoptions are handled on a first-come, first serve basis based on this date.

20 comments:

  1. I'm sorry life got in the way today. I can't even imagine waiting this long. Hopefully soon you can go to China and help out in the orphanage and then bring home your sweet wee lass.

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  2. Here's a hug from NorCal!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  3. I'm such an incredibly patient person. I can't stand to wait for anything. I could not imagine having to wait this long for a little one... Hugs!

    I am SO glad you're back! I've been wondering what happened to you! Perhaps, I thought, she finally, put that cream of tartar to use! ;)

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  4. how long does usually take? Could you all have your little girl by this time next year?! I'm praying for ya!

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  5. Congratulations!! I know the wait is long but so worth it. Glad your back!

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  6. Every day that goes by brings you one day closer to your daugher!

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  7. Happy one year!
    Let's hope that we are getting REALLLLLLY close!
    Great blog!

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  8. whats the estimated wait time? whatever it is.....so glad you're a year into it already!

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  9. I hope you get the daughter you've been dreaming of!

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  10. Wild Swan is an amazing book about China try it out!

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  11. as you know, when you finally get to hold your little girl in your arms, you will want to cherish those moments at all times, too, BUT there will be times when you are tired. really really tired.

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  12. Hopefully, You will be holding the daughter you've been dreaming of before you know it!! I be thinking and praying for you. I am glad you are back.

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  13. This post was perfect because it stopped me in my tracks and reminded me to pray for you : ) and your little girl!

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  14. Sorry for your fatigue, I hope your daughter will be here w/you all soon.

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  15. life may have gotten in the way...but you must live for what you already have...two SUPER CUTE, adorable little boys...and if that's the 'life' that go in the way, then you should celebrate! Please hang in there...a year is a long time, but there is a little girl waiting for you, too!
    Hugs!

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  16. Carey...one year closer! The day will come, and then maybe you can order that takeout with the family! Rest up...and keep strong!

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  17. well happy one year. maybe it will pick up speed

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  18. That just means you are closer. Sorry life got in the way. Get your rest.

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