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congratulations on the first step!! that is great news Colleen! You must feel so relieved. The nailbiting will not stop now - at least for me it hasn't. There is so much to do ahead now with paperwork. That will keep you very busy.

for the scrapping nights, I can't do may 3 as we have a friend flying in from NY that night. He will be here for 2 weeks and I know he and DH will be hanging alot (which doesn't free me up much since I have a son.) I can do any nights, but the friday night sounds best - this way I can stay up late without having to worry about work the next day. What do you think? Maybe we can do it on apr 30th? Monica mentioned we can use their stuff -is that what the $15 is for?

Monica, I know we will get together soon for scrapping - I will bring my letter also so you both can read it. I sent mine to the agency and am waiting to hear from them to see if they will suggest changes. I'm glad the guidelines helped. I had most of mine written when I got them, but I did add some more things after reading it.

You must be frantic since Robert is leaving in 2 days. Try not to do too much and just enjoy your days with him. I will also be thinking about him alot and send my prayers with him. Like Colleen said, we will have to keep you busy with adoption talk and scrapbooking until his return!

talk to you ladies later,

Marisa