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Old 08-01-2005, 04:22 PM
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Back from Guatemala with my children

I have been so busy, I went to Guatemala on Sunday July 9th arriving in Guatemala on the 10th of July. On Tuesday I saw my two children for the first time. On Wednesday I went to the embassy for the interview, it was a breeze. On Thursday I picked up the visas and on Friday I left with my two children. I would attach photos however I do not know how to do so.

For all those waiting, I just want to let you know the process was soo simple once the pinks slip is issued. The only recent change is that visas are no longer issued on the same date as your interview, however, they are issued the following day. I was told to come back to the embassy at 3:30pm. There are two pick up tiems 7:30am and 3:30 pm. I took advantage of the later appointment time and picked up both visas.

The Marriott was GREAT, I had a bi-level suite which allowed alot of room for the children to play as well as room for the adults. The food at the hotel is great especially their buffetts. I highly recommed the Marriott. Furthermore, I ran into a few folks from this forum. There were plenty of adoptive families there.

I log in again in a few days to see how everyone is doing. Good luck to you all, it is worth the wait in gold.

In PGN December 2004
Out of PGN end of May 2005
BCs received end of June 2005
Guatemala trip July 10th
Home July 15th
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Old 08-01-2005, 04:34 PM
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Old 08-01-2005, 04:51 PM
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Welcome home! I can't wait for the pictures.


many blessings,
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girl bname:Anayeli Marlen T.M. dob:12/15/2000
boy bname: Luis Fernando T.M. dob 8/10/2004
bmother name: Marlen A. T.M.
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8/12/05-IT'S A GIRL! born 8/7/05
1/27/06-AT HOME!!!!BioMother is pregnant! Saga continues....
8/7/06 - IT'S A BOY, John Paul.
2/27/07 AT HOME FOREVER!!!!
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Old 08-01-2005, 06:00 PM
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Congratulations on bringing your children home--what a blessing! Please post pictures when you get a chance!
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Old 08-01-2005, 06:58 PM
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Congrats!

Glad to hear that you are home and everything went smoothly. Enjoy your children.
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Old 08-01-2005, 07:10 PM
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It's great to hear you had such a smooth pick up trip! Enjoy your children.

BTW, it's easy to post . . . check it out. We'd love to see your pix.
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Old 08-02-2005, 05:19 AM
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Congratulations and welcome home!!!

Can't wait to hear more about the kids and see their pictures.
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Rec'd Referral 8-6-04 of Nathan born 7-26-04
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Old 08-02-2005, 05:22 AM
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Welcome home! Enjoy being a mommy to your 2 new additions. Can't wait to see pictures of them at home.
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4/4/05 Family Court
4/14/05 DNA authorization
4/21/05 SW Interview
5/2/05 DNA is a Match at 99.99%
5/26/05 Pre-approval
6/10/05 Enter PGN
6/16/05 KO#1 (SW Report)
6/22/05 Back in PGN
7/7/05 OUT OF PGN
8/9/05 GCBC
8/16/05 PINK
8/27/05 HOME FOREVER

6/6/06 Accepted Sibling Referral
12/19/06 Out of PGN
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