[drport]

We are supposed to sign with the agency we selected on Thursday! We are hoping to adopt a baby girl from Guatemala. They feel that things will resolve themselves and that it is ok to proceed with the homestudy process. Just curious what other people think? We have been planning this for awhile and now this news is kinda scary. Hoping that things will work out and we can still adopt from Guatemala. Worst case we would switch countries I guess? Just nervous and looking for some reassurance?
Thanks,
D

[debragm]

I understand your feelings. There have been talk of law changes for a long while. We almost didn't take a referral back in the Spring because of the uncertainty. If your agency is being upfront and honest with you about the country's legal climate, their refund policies, if any, and you have some protections if the law does change (i.e. no attorney fees due until you have a Power of Attorney registered in Guatemala), then you may need to just follow your heart. Best of luck as you find the right path.