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Birdie,
I am currently on the list for "legally free" which means my wait will be longer because usually foster parents have the option to adopt since the kids are in their home. Most agencies are pushing concurrent planning because it limits the moves for a child which I think is excellent. But you go through the roller coaster ride of reunification. Since DH and I have no bios I don't know if we could handle it emotionally. It is a very hard process. I commend all who do it because it is ultimately better for the child. DH and I are going to re-visit concurrent planning in June if we haven't been matched.
You can do straight adopt through the system it just takes much longer. I know someone that waited 2 years. The more open you are to the type of child you are looking for the faster it will be, but that will still be a while if you do straight adopt.
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ME, 32
DH, 31
Married since 1996
No bio children, wanting a family through foster-adopt.
Started Licensing process May 2008. 
PRIDE completed June 2008, CPR/First Aid July 2008
Foster License received July of 2008
Adoption Classes completed October 2008
Homestudy completed. Approved 12/30/2008
Matched on May 5th to a 3 1/2 month old healthy baby boy. Officially in our home on May 15th!  
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