[Mom2Colin]

I’m posting this question but hoping not to get flamed. (I also posted on the Russia board as it pertains there as well...)

I’ve been researching IA in various countries around the world. I continued to read about the need for families to adopt children from Russia and the various former Soviet republics (Kaz, Kyryg, included), orphanages with older children waiting, etc. But my question is how do families complete these ridiculously long stays on country? 2, 3 ….. 7 weeks in country… multiple trips. If both spouses work full time and there are other children involved, how on earth can these long trips be accomplished? I’m not asking from an “oh it’s all worth it in the end” frame of mind. I’m asking from a logistical standpoint. I’m already an AP – I know it’s “worth it”

Again, not trying to flame and not wanting to be flamed. I’m honestly asking in order to get better perspective.

Thanks in advance !
KM