tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8904432428932407825.comments2013-09-16T01:13:33.677-04:00Choosing African AdoptionKristen P.http://www.blogger.com/profile/15791018265556862826noreply@blogger.comBlogger53125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8904432428932407825.post-79807028991555076772013-09-16T01:13:33.677-04:002013-09-16T01:13:33.677-04:00My husband and I are looking into adopting from th...My husband and I are looking into adopting from the Congo as well! I can't wait to read the rest of your journey - when you have time to write it.-J.D. Humenayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14086704419701940067noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8904432428932407825.post-69081572773965034672013-05-10T21:23:14.301-04:002013-05-10T21:23:14.301-04:00I just added every item to my travel list. Where d...I just added every item to my travel list. Where did you get packets of mayo from? We will be staying at St. Annes so I'm not sure if we will have a kitchenette option but I see how it would be worth the extra money. Thank you Kristen!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8904432428932407825.post-58862757407741343202013-04-24T16:31:49.675-04:002013-04-24T16:31:49.675-04:00Hi Kristen! Can we be friends? :) My family has re...Hi Kristen! Can we be friends? :) My family has recently decided to adopt from DR Congo. We are in the most initial phases of international adoption, literally choosing a country and filling out an application. I would love a friend in this process and you seem wonderful. I promise not to be needy or demanding if you'll have me. :) My name is Allison and my my email is allisonmaze@yahoo.com and my blog is runneth-over.blogspot.com, you can check it out if you want to make sure I'm not too creepy. I found your blog on a website about Congo adoptions.runneth-overhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11711851953841486695noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8904432428932407825.post-57738827516643311022013-04-24T15:54:21.400-04:002013-04-24T15:54:21.400-04:00Love reading your experience! Brings back memories...Love reading your experience! Brings back memories:)SaraLyonshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18388436812494705054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8904432428932407825.post-72994668257314574512013-04-24T14:51:31.195-04:002013-04-24T14:51:31.195-04:00I love Adam's quote and I love your special st...I love Adam's quote and I love your special story that you are remembering and will be able to tell Jonathan each year. Can't wait for the other installments!Catherinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05529601565672452409noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8904432428932407825.post-14917676804859622862013-03-25T13:05:03.347-04:002013-03-25T13:05:03.347-04:00I was able to get through by calling around 8.15am...I was able to get through by calling around 8.15am DRC time. We got through on multiple occasions in the morning. Also, I found that the Skype app was cheaper and more reliable to call DRC than my cell phone, which could only get through maybe one out of ten calls. I also was able to get through via email, but I had to wait at least a week for a reply, sometimes longer. Good luck in your process! Hoping for a speedy investigation!Kristen P.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15791018265556862826noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8904432428932407825.post-35465771675966343122013-03-24T18:48:03.160-04:002013-03-24T18:48:03.160-04:00Hi Kristen,
My husband and I are also in the proce...Hi Kristen,<br />My husband and I are also in the process of adopting. Due to the embassy changes in February this has needless to say set us back. We are hoping for an embassy appointment soon as all of our paperwork has been submitted by our attorney. When you contacted the embassy were you able to get through on a particular day of the week/time of day? We have heard to expect long wait times to get through but wondered if you had any advice. I would appreciate any advice you're able to offer!<br />So happy to hear that you are back on US soil with your son.<br />Thanks,<br />Ashley<br />atvmtngirl@gmail.com<br />http://147millionminus1.blogspot.com/<br />atvmtngirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04129390876856380002noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8904432428932407825.post-27511820845761963442013-03-24T15:49:51.962-04:002013-03-24T15:49:51.962-04:00I loved the Thai rice noodle meals (veggie and spr...I loved the Thai rice noodle meals (veggie and spring onion were my favorites). GF oatmeal was awesome (we had hot pot kettles in our room, so we could make lots of things with that - I stayed at Sunny Day, so we had a kitchenette - lifesaver!). I brought lots handheld applesauces and pureed fruits (for both Jonathan and myself). I also brought Rice Chex, Kind nut bars, lots of raw nuts, peanut butter, small cans of tuna and packets of mayo, gf nut crackers, boxed soups, gf noodles (for spaghetti - I bought sauce in country), instant rice and risotto boxes. I really enjoyed having the kitchen at Sunny Day and I paid the extra $200 to take a third bag with food in it - totally worth it. Hope that helps!Kristen P.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15791018265556862826noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8904432428932407825.post-34223714835636256382013-03-12T15:12:54.235-04:002013-03-12T15:12:54.235-04:00Wonderful update! Congrats :)
Just wondering, I am...Wonderful update! Congrats :)<br />Just wondering, I am GF as well, and have been pondering how I was going to swing it in DRC. Any tips on food stuffs you are packing? Thnx!! God Bless!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8904432428932407825.post-64543373931542942312013-02-26T08:36:51.462-05:002013-02-26T08:36:51.462-05:00So happy reading this! can't wait to see pictu...So happy reading this! can't wait to see pictures of you together at last! Your day is finally here! mustard seedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03180623691389625221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8904432428932407825.post-78769058778311204112013-02-26T00:04:16.216-05:002013-02-26T00:04:16.216-05:00Yay! For lots of luggage. We had 6 bags for us, it...Yay! For lots of luggage. We had 6 bags for us, it was crazy town for sure. But so worth it to have the comforts of home while there. Have a safe journey and get that boy home!SaraLyonshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18388436812494705054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8904432428932407825.post-13150971289231799912013-02-25T09:22:35.918-05:002013-02-25T09:22:35.918-05:00Hello, I have been reading your blog and praying f...Hello, I have been reading your blog and praying for your sweet family. This one got me very teary eyed! So happy for your family and of course for that sweet little boy :)Sierrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00595558747747657583noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8904432428932407825.post-91693233658378032472013-02-13T15:23:14.902-05:002013-02-13T15:23:14.902-05:00Hi Kristie!
I have an adoption fundraising idea I...Hi Kristie!<br /><br />I have an adoption fundraising idea I'd like to share with you. Could you please email me at mlee@coupaide.com?<br /><br />Thanks!<br /><br />Matthew LeeAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8904432428932407825.post-19380423036509403352013-02-06T18:36:43.660-05:002013-02-06T18:36:43.660-05:00So excited for you. :-) He is so adorable.
Tess...So excited for you. :-) He is so adorable.<br /><br />Tessy at Divine MomentsAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04935436835412882997noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8904432428932407825.post-52872599301636045512013-01-29T11:57:08.960-05:002013-01-29T11:57:08.960-05:00yay! You are SO close! Better start packing those ...yay! You are SO close! Better start packing those bags, and oh, frame that picture! mustard seedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03180623691389625221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8904432428932407825.post-16034798658546805902013-01-28T14:55:55.946-05:002013-01-28T14:55:55.946-05:00So glad that your little man will be home soon! We...So glad that your little man will be home soon! We are in the very early stages of our adoption process. I have been researching countries and agencies and I am leaning toward A love beyond borders and their DRC program. I would love to have the opinion and advice of someone with first-hand experience! I am from Virginia as well and I am also looking for someone to do our homestudy. Is there someone you could recommend? I know this is a busy time for you, but I am hoping you can email me at sara2ramsey@yahoo.com. We plan to move quickly on our end and your advice would be invaluable. Thanks! Sara srmdtechhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01176260379442920204noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8904432428932407825.post-83404001778621147352013-01-27T17:03:56.600-05:002013-01-27T17:03:56.600-05:00You are one multi-talented momma! Very cool!You are one multi-talented momma! Very cool!mustard seedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03180623691389625221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8904432428932407825.post-18340756042127115622013-01-14T10:16:40.948-05:002013-01-14T10:16:40.948-05:00Hello,
My name is Rissa & my husband is Erik...Hello, <br /><br />My name is Rissa & my husband is Erik. We just returned home from Uganda roughly 9 months ago. We are ready to expand or family, and I would love to ask you some questions about DRC adoption! If you would not mind sending me. my email is erhildy14@gmail.com. Was hoping you could send me an email, and I could ask you my small list of questions about DRC adoption :) Thank you So much for your time! Hope you are able to bring your little one home soon! notonbloggerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12007137192133810623noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8904432428932407825.post-66356425496922828102013-01-12T13:56:45.865-05:002013-01-12T13:56:45.865-05:00Hi Audrey! Have you ever been on the ALBB Yahoo gr...Hi Audrey! Have you ever been on the ALBB Yahoo group?? Tons of great information and a great place to connect with most all of the ALBB families!<br /><br />Also, we have a group on Facebook for families with kids in the Transition Home (or whose kids will be there soon). It has been absolutely awesome, because when other parents travel, they post pics of all the kids in the house and get updates.<br /><br />Email me if you would like either link! They have been a lifesaver for us :) It's nice to have other families to check in with, etc. My email is kristen@throughtheviewfinder.com.<br /><br />Hoping everything is going well with your adoption! Three daughters! That's awesome. There is another family adopting three young boys with ALBB that might be a help to you (her boys should be home in about 6 weeks).Kristen P.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15791018265556862826noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8904432428932407825.post-66232957784235225772013-01-11T23:38:32.470-05:002013-01-11T23:38:32.470-05:00Hi Kristen,
We too are with LBB and should be tr...Hi Kristen, <br /><br />We too are with LBB and should be traveling in April or May to bring home our three little girls. So glad to find another LBB, DRC family. Praying you're able to travel VERY soon!<br /><br />AudreyMadeToOrganizehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13852018113995655536noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8904432428932407825.post-19715419272811912422013-01-06T01:55:25.368-05:002013-01-06T01:55:25.368-05:00Hi
cross the fingers for you too.
We are parents...Hi<br /> cross the fingers for you too.<br /> We are parents of 2 daufghters and the second one, Salome 4 years, is coming from DRC. Good luck<br />Laurence, Franceouvea107https://www.blogger.com/profile/01716550165272611526noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8904432428932407825.post-72596112150966805892013-01-04T11:29:31.819-05:002013-01-04T11:29:31.819-05:00Ugh! I hate delays! I'm so sorry. But at least...Ugh! I hate delays! I'm so sorry. But at least things have been figured out and you are moving forward again. Praying that February is your month to get this precious boy.SaraLyonshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18388436812494705054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8904432428932407825.post-71283785922294353352013-01-03T23:38:11.855-05:002013-01-03T23:38:11.855-05:00yay for progress! and an almost smile in the last ...yay for progress! and an almost smile in the last picture! Can't wait to see him home and belly laughing with his sisters! Soon!mustard seedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03180623691389625221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8904432428932407825.post-32610510446455809632012-12-22T09:34:51.457-05:002012-12-22T09:34:51.457-05:00Hi Kristen... Just found your blog. We have looked...Hi Kristen... Just found your blog. We have looked into A Love Beyond Borders for DRC and wanted to know if you would give us your thoughts on the agency and the process? Thank you so much! Kristinprecious little blessingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16179588435851492364noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8904432428932407825.post-40696470053852279772012-11-13T21:16:35.540-05:002012-11-13T21:16:35.540-05:00Praying Paperwork will move! Those eyes... the ey...Praying Paperwork will move! Those eyes... the eyes get me every time...<br /><br />Tessy at Divine Moments<br />http://divinemomentstlf.blogspot.com/Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04935436835412882997noreply@blogger.com