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We are in the same boat. I usually say, "they joined our family on July 28", or "they were placed with us 7 weeks ago". It is so odd. And I usually will say that I am their fost/adopt mother to people who it is important too (like the Dr's office). I can't wait to finalize!
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August 2005 - approved with 1st agency
October 2006 - 1st match (she lost the baby at 7 months)
November 2006- 2nd match
May 2007 - birthmom chose to parent
July 2007 - decided to switch agencies
Jan. 2008 - approved with agency #2
July 2008 - placed with our forever kids - sib set of 3
November 2008 - suprise phone call and we added their younger brother
March 24, 2009 - finalized adoptions for first 3
June 16, 2009 - finalize adoption for #4
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