Look what arrived the day I wrote that. A box full of love and hope from my blogger pal, Nicole. Included was her Guatemalan cell phone she so generously gave to us to use on our next trip, a gift card for some "retail therapy," and the essentials for surviving an embassy appointment - snacks! Thank you, Nicole!!!!!!!
My brother and Chris came over on Sunday to install Eli's window valance. Isn't it incredible? We LOVE it!!!
Not only did we come home to a box of hope from Nicole, we also came home to a little surprise in Eli's room...the finished crib skirt!!!! My brother snuck in while we work! Oh, we just love, love, love it!! The nursery is close to being finished. Now, that is FULL of love and hope!!!
And, the preparations for our next trip have begun....yes, this is what we have to pack and this is not all of it. It is a sickness, I know. Retail therapy really does help. Hee hee!!! What better way to restore our hope than to love on our sweet pea. Oh, we can't wait!!!
Our attorney reported today that we are still in PGN. I have been fighting the urge to call PGN all week, mainly because I was too scared to hear bad news! Well, I finally broke down and called today to find out exactly where we are in the review process. Of course, I couldn't get through. I was hung up on a couple of times, was told to call back, and when I did call back I was told that Laura (the famous PGN receptionist) went home sick. Maybe tomorrow.
His room is adorable!!! I love all of the colors.....so glad you are going to see his sweet face so soon. Also, love the Guatemalan cell phone....I need one of those.
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Lindsey
I understand putting off calling PGN so you don't find out bad news. I felt that way too, better to dream you are still in for a few days then find out you aren't. But, I bet Eli is still in. I really, really hope that you find out you are OUT when you are down there! I am definitely holding out that hope for you!!
ReplyDeleteEli's room is adorable! Good job!
Looks like you have some packing to do!! Enjoy it! Eli's going to love his things!
Nicole is a great friend!
Oh! I was hoping you would call - I can't believe Laura's not there!! Okay...it doesn't matter because your file is on Barrios desk just waiting to be signed!!
ReplyDeleteLOVE, LOVE, LOVE the nursery!! Thanks for the pictures. Way to go Bro!
I was a shop-aholic/pack-aholic, too. We always took more for the twins than for us! And your suitcase looks like it is topped Full of Fun for that little boy!!
Yippee! I'm SO excited about your trip!! Praying my heart out over here for you guys!
((hugs))
I tried calling PGN yesterday for the first time too. I only tried once and it just rang and rang. Calling is so scary!
ReplyDeleteHis room is really cute and what a nice blogger pal you have!
Love the room! Your brother did such an awesome job. I'm still expecting your OUT call before Wednesday! I so want to see you relaxed in Guatemela knowing he's coming home soon.
ReplyDeleteGood luck packing!!! We've begun trying to figure out how to pack for 2 little ones for our upcoming trip.
I was wondering what kind of baby carrier you are using? We are trying to decide on the best one for an older/heavier child.
I just love Eli's valance! Very cute! When I was down in Guatemala last week Katelyn LOVED those Gerber puffs! They truly are "baby crack"! LOL! I noticed you have one of those balls with the holes in them. Katelyn loved that toy as well. I hope you get the call soon that you are OUT of PGN, otherwise I don't know how you are going to take all that down with you! LOL!
ReplyDeleteOh, I love the valance and crib skirt! I love the colors! Eli will love it too!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun gift from Nicole! It won't be long until you are down there using those things! YAY!!
The skirt and valance are beautiful! How exciting.
ReplyDeleteAll those great toys - Eli is going to be one happy boy!
Lynn
Ok, you got me all excited, then Laura let me down. Hope you found something out.
ReplyDeleteRetail therapy is the best. It can lift anyone up.
Guess Eli won't be bored on this trip. He is going to think you robbed a toy store :>)
I love the color of the nursery. And, the valance and crib skirt are awesome. You have a great brother!
Hoping for good news soon....
LOVE his room...soooo cute!!! The only thing that will make it better is having Eli in it....and that will be SOON!!! Praying for your OUT!!
ReplyDeleteKeep shopping...retail therapy really does work! It helped me through 3 adoption processes! I highly recommend it! (Ok, you're right....it's a sickness:/)
It looks like you have some wonderful things packed for Eli! I suffer from the same sickness by the way. I can't say no to cute outfits or educational toys. :) Love Love his room. Hope you can get through to PGN soon. I bet you are counting the days.. Hope you phone rings asap!!
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Love the new additons to the room! Eli is sooooo cute.
ReplyDeleteTOMORROW!!!!! TOMORROW!!!! I just don't even know what else to say!!!!
ReplyDeleteSteph- I'm glad we got back in touch. I think it has been over 4 years. You should be on a plane right now headed to Guatemala. Wishing all of you the best of luck. Take care!! Michele
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ReplyDeleteLove the room... can't wait to see pics of that crib with Sweat Pea in it!
ReplyDeleteHave a Happy Easter!