Not a lot to say

I haven't posted anything for quite a while, because there is not much going on. There was some upsetting news from Vietnam over the Christmas holidays - resulting in more delays. The Vietnam government no longer allows parents to travel early and take their children out of the orpanages. They have also asked for more paperwork from Canada - which takes time to arrange.

Then there is Tet - February 14th. The country shuts down for about 2 weeks to celebrate, so my file will not progress during this time. So now I know I will not be travelling before the last week of February at least. And who knows how much longer after that?

I remember following a blog of another waiting mom a year or two ago. I noticed that when she was in this stage of the wait, her postings were dismal. Negative, sad, emotional and hard to read. Now I understand. It's hard to believe how much you can miss a child you have never met.

So, time to think of the positive:

1. I was able to spend New Year's at the cabin with my friends. Unfortunately, I got sick and slept through New Year's Eve, but I had a few days to visit and play with the kids. There's nothing better than that!
2. If we travel in March/April, then my nephew might be on spring break and Easter holidays - and he will miss less school.
3. I will be here for the Olympics. There are lots of events and celebrations I can take part in, even though I didn't buy any tickets to any sporting events.
4. I have more time to get ready for Molly's arrival. I have to do more baby-proofing, as she will be more mobile and maybe even walking by the time we get home. Plus, I still haven't painted her closet.

And the last best thing about waiting - I spend more time shopping for toys for Molly. It makes me feel better!