So things WERE moving along quite nicely. We checked our smoke detectors, got a new fire extinguisher, and even hung an evacuation plan on every floor (color coded, in sheet protectors... I might add), we even had a land-line installed AND still managed to fail our inspection from the good ol' fire inspector. Beyond annoyed is the understatement of the day. Apparently he was uncomfortable with our potential newborn needing to cross the street to make it to our "safe meeting" place in the event of a fire, so instead they will need to cross the highly trafficked alley?! Honestly, some of these requirements just seem silly to me. Is our society that worried about being sued for something that they make it so difficult to participate in what should be a great experience, like adoption? Ok, off my soap box.
On a lighter note, we did get to visit Ikea last weekend in Cincinnati. We picked up a few items for our baby's room. No, we don't have a baby lined up, but know that as soon as we are "paper ready" it can happen very, very quickly. The whole experience was a little surreal. I was overjoyed, but also nervous. Buying things makes it feel real. I admit that sometimes I feel like something is going to happen and it won't work out for some reason. I know those are unsubstantiated thoughts, but still fear creeps in. We have trusted God throughout this whole process, before we even considered adoption, and know that He will be faithful to complete His good work in us. For me, I know that includes motherhood.
So what's left, you might be wondering? We have our second meeting this Sunday at 4:30pm. Our meeting in conveniently located in an outlet strip. Yay! Shopping. Dave Ramsey :) After that, we will have one more meeting with our assessor, Robyn. She will then compile our report. We need to have the fire inspector come back (grrr!), get physicals and finish our coursework. We also need to start compiling our photo books that will be distributed to birth mothers who may be potential matches.
Joel has one more block to complete at school then he will have year 1 of med school under his belt! So proud of him!! As always, we thank you all for your prayers and continued support.
All our love,
Celeste and Joel
