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06-27-2006, 11:37 AM
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Just could use some prayers and support today
I'm just about to the end of my patience today. I have felt on the verge of tears for a few days. I feel stupid and duped and lied to and there is nothing I can do about it..
Still no news on a court date. We are in a region that has had 4 weeks between trips for the entire year that I watched the boards in that region. As of today, it's been 12 weeks since we met our little Hopeful...  When we arrived home, we were asked to update a number of documents. I did it within the week and mailed the packet to the region. They received it on April 26th. Early May, the requested 2 more documents - supposedly the judge didn't accept them as they were. I mailed updated within two days (I'm only 30 minutes to our State building that apostiles...). Early June, one more document was needed. I mailed it and it was received on June 19th. On June 21st, they asked for another document. Mailed it on the 22nd - but furious by now!!! Our double entry VISAs expire on Thursday. So, there is another thousand dollars as I'm sure we'll need another RUSH VISA if and when we ever finally get a court date! I feel like this is never going to happen. We waited 5 months for court for our little Olya whom we lost. So far waiting three months for our current little Hopeful. I fear we are too late for a summer court and that July and August will shut down for vacations and it will be September - again with the 5 months - and that we will lose her as well. I know I am rambling. I'm just so devistated and afraid. I don't know how much more I can take. Thanks for listening, Kim
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09/3/03 Selected Agency 10/19/04 First day I held our Olya! 3/1/05 Lost our Olya, God bless her. May 2005, Trying again..... 4/2/06 Trip #1 to meet our new little Hopeful! 8/22/06 COURT!! 8/23/06 GOTCHA!! Home forever September 1, 2006   
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#2
06-27-2006, 11:49 AM
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Starting a ring chant/prayer chain for Kim!
I'm so sorry. I can only imagine what it's like for you . I do know the waiting is so hard and you have been waiting so long.
Starting a ring chant/prayer chain for Kim!!!  My prayers for you that good news comes your way soon!
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#3
06-27-2006, 11:51 AM
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Kim, I'm so sorry you are going through this. I can only imagine the pain and frustration you must be feeling right now. I truly hope that you will get a court date soon. You are in my thoughts...........
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Debra Mommy to Gabriel since June 27, 2005 These are the moments I know heaven must exist. These are the moments I know all I need is this. I've found all I've waited for, and I could not ask for more. (Sara Evans - I Could Not Ask For More) 
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06-27-2006, 11:54 AM
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So very sorry to hear your story. I can only imagine how frustrating this is to endure. Please, hang in there and have faith that once your little one is home all the this waiting will seem like a dream. My fingers are crossed that you'll receive your court date soon.
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Andrew (Karelia Region) b. 5/04 Home 11/04 Waiting to travel for #2
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06-27-2006, 11:56 AM
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Dear Kim
I dont know how all of the Russian procedures work, but I want to say I feel for you! Please take care of yourself. I hope your agency gives you information that brings you peace of mind. Sincerely, Amy K, NJ
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Adopted baby Joanna from Tver Region 10/06
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06-27-2006, 12:00 PM
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I am sending you the most massive hug and heartfelt prayers. I remember the endless wait, the document re-do'd the countless dollars flying out the window. When I think of how I could have used that money to make a donation to the baby home for something useful ...like lets say plumbing or a washing machine or food... it makes me so angry. You can do this hang on. Prayers are coming your way. HUGSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS
PRAYERSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS SSSSSSSSS
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3/17/04 start 6/22 8/29 I-600 lost 11/17 H.S. Done 12/2 I-171 approval 12/6 Dossier Apostilled 12/16 OFFICIALLY WAITING 5/08 Waiting 146 days 6/4 to Russia 6/7 Met our Prince 9/4 Day 263 9/5 GOTCHA!!!!! 9/14/05 HOME FOREVER!!!! " I couldn't see how every sign pointed straight to you and every long lost dream lead me to where you are others who broke my heart they were just northern stars pointing me on my way into your loving arms this much I know is true....That God blessed the broken road and lead me straight to you, I think about the years I spent just passing through, I'd like to take the time I lost and give it back to you but you just smile and take my hand even then you understand that its all part of this grander plan that is coming true and every long lost dream lead me to where you are..."-SELAH
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06-27-2006, 12:04 PM
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We are praying here in New Zealand...our kids are especially too !!
May our Heavenly Father reunite you with you little one SOON!!! God Bless....
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06-27-2006, 01:13 PM
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Kim - you have been through so much in a long very drawn out process - I wish there was something I could do or write to make it better - please know you are always in my thoughts whether you post or not - but today I am sending you extra extra extra big hugs and prayers.
Karen
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3/25/04 -sent in application to agency (adopting from St. Petersburg, Russia) 1/31/05 - We welcome a 14 mo. girl to our family!!!
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06-27-2006, 01:20 PM
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Oh Kim~
I am sooo sorry...it sucks, it really does, and you have every right to "ramble"! A person can only take so much, and you have had ENOUGH! I know it feels like they are playing a game of torture, and I think it is great that you have held it toghether this long. I will keep you in my prayers that you hear some good news SOON! Amy
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Praying for a baby girl under 1 year 10/7/04 Signed with Agency 12/04 Completed home study 1/21/05 Completed Dossier 1/25/05 Received I-171H 3/7/05 Dossier to Kemerovo  9/30/05-Got THE CALL! 10/11/05-Had to let her go...medicals 11/05-turned down second referral....medicals Dec. 05-Expired dossier redone Dec 05-sent dossier to Izhevsk 3/13/06 received REFERRAL! 3/16/06 ACCEPTED HER!! 4/8/06...First trip!!!! Lost referral in-country got a new one! 4/11/06 Signed for a 9 1/2 month old girl!! 5/16/06 Leaving on Trip 2 COURT DATES May 23 and 25th! 5/26/06 GOTCHA!! our prayers have been answered!! We welcome our sweet angel Hannah to our family! 6/2/06 Home forever! 
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06-27-2006, 01:21 PM
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Kim -
Prayers for a court date for you. I feel for you and what you are going through. Keep strong, you will be reunited. Katie
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Katie Son, b 2/7/03, Saratov, Russia, a 10/8/03 Daughter, b 10/17/04 Saratov, Russia, a 12/13/05 Son, b 7/16/07 Samarkand, Uzbekistan, a 10/12/07
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06-27-2006, 01:47 PM
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Kim - my prayers are going up for you and your little hopeful! May there be a fast end to this difficult wait!
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"When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade. I have several stands." James Brady http://kretzklan.blogspot.com/
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06-27-2006, 01:51 PM
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I'll say a special prayer that you get a court date soon! I know how hard the wait is and everyday of the wait, it just gets harder. You're not alone. Think about all the people that waited a year for reaccredidation--they are all traveling now or soon! Take strength from that--that it WILL happen! I'll pray that God gives you the strength you need and the hope to get you through until you get that call!
Liz
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06-27-2006, 01:52 PM
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Oh, how aweful that all is!!!!! You have a right to feel bad and this is the place where everyone understands! I am so sorry for what you have already been thru and for what you are going thru now!!!!!!! I would be on my agency everyday! Although, I know they don't always have the answers for what is going on on the Russian side! THe only thing that comes to mind to keep going is........if you persist , some how, some way and some day you will have your child !!!!!!!!!!! It has to happen! There are too many children out there who need parents! Just keep fighting the fight, you will win in the end! Sorry it has to be so difficult! Thinking of you...
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Adopted Anthony (11mos.) and Sophia(8mos.) from Orenburg on Aug. 25,2004
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06-27-2006, 02:00 PM
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Kim, I am so sorry. What is your agency saying about the wait as compared to other PAPs/agencies in the region?
Sending you best wishes. You've been through more than most everyone else on this board, with such patience and grace. Hoping that phone rings tomorrow with the news you are waiting to hear. Mustang
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06-27-2006, 03:17 PM
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Thanks everyone! I keep trying to tell myself that it has to happen at some point - but after almost three years, I start to believe that for some reason I am just not meant to adopt...
My agency just says it's out of their hands, they are only asking for what the judge wants and they have no control over when court is scheduled. As for the other families getting court in 4 weeks.. Well the answer is that they had all the requested paperwork in already! AUGH!!
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09/3/03 Selected Agency 10/19/04 First day I held our Olya! 3/1/05 Lost our Olya, God bless her. May 2005, Trying again..... 4/2/06 Trip #1 to meet our new little Hopeful! 8/22/06 COURT!! 8/23/06 GOTCHA!! Home forever September 1, 2006
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