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Old 07-12-2005, 09:12 AM
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We Got The Call!!!

We rarely post on here but wanted everyone to know that we are leaving a week from today for our first trip to see our referral from St. Pete!!! We have this referral since October and for us to finally be able to meet her is unbelievable!! What a truly CRAZY past few days this has been!!!!
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Old 07-12-2005, 09:26 AM
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Congratulations!

Congratulations! May your trip be everything you want it to be!
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Old 07-12-2005, 09:29 AM
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Congratulations!!! Not long and you will be on a plane. We too had to pack fast for trip 1. Have a safe trip and keep us posted.

How old is she?
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Old 07-12-2005, 09:50 AM
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wonderful news amid all the bleak posts of late. I pray God blesses you with safety, robust health, and a joyful visit with your referral.... and NO GLITCHES!!!!!!!
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Old 07-12-2005, 09:54 AM
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Congrats! Safe travels.
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Old 07-12-2005, 10:02 AM
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Congratulations!!!!! This will be the journey of a lifetime. We quite enjoyed going through St. Petersburg on both trips. Enjoy the very long days!

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Old 07-12-2005, 10:39 AM
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Congratulations!!! Not long and you will be on a plane. We too had to pack fast for trip 1. Have a safe trip and keep us posted.

How old is she?
She will be 26 months this Thursday!!

Thanks for all the replys everyone!!
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Old 07-12-2005, 10:54 AM
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Sound great - so happy for you. I have a soft place in my heart for the toddlers. My daughter came home at 24 months.
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Old 07-12-2005, 10:55 AM
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WOOHOO!! That is wonderful news!
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Old 07-12-2005, 10:59 AM
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Hooray! Congratulations on your good news!!!

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Old 07-12-2005, 11:18 AM
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I am SO HAPPY for you!!! Whoo Hoo!!!
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Old 07-12-2005, 11:20 AM
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Congratulations! Have a great trip!

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Yippeee! Congratilations!!!
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Congratulations! We are leaving next Tuesday as well for trip two. Maybe I'll see you if you are flying out of NY.
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Congratulations! So excited for you!
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