Just the beginning

Parents have said "I'd go to the ends of the earth for my child" and this is exactly what JD and I will be doing. Never in our wildest dreams did we ever think that we would travel across the world to become a family. But God has a plan for us and we're on our way to welcome a soul that was not born of our bodies but born in our hearts.

In the last 5 days, we have submitted contracts to our Adoption Agency, discussed our preferences with the Director, and received a referral for a precious little 18 mo. old girl in Yekaterinburg, Russia! It occurred to me that if I don't do something now ~ like start a blog, I have a feeling I won't get the chance! So many of our dear family, friends and co-workers have been there for us over the years and this looks like the best mode of communication to keep everyone in the loop.

It's been a loooong 12 years trying to start a family but JD and I are ready to move forward -- so buckle up and enjoy the ride with us as we venture to bring home our precious Russian Angel.