Successful Day

Today was such a busy day . . . lots of visitors.  And, in between the visitors, UPS and Fed Ex both arrived as scheduled - although a little late - and very casually dropped off 2 packages each without having any idea just how important they were.   I had expected sweating it out over the UPS deliveries as I always hear that they're not as reliable, but they got here around 12:30.  Then  Fed Ex, who arrived about 1 hour later, was by far the most important as they contained our passports/visas so we can actually enter the country now.    It is so nice when well laid plans actually are pulled off!  

My dossier copy, which is now 3 1/2" thick, is ready to go along with 2 additional packages for Olga.  Everything looks current except for one DOJ document that is dated 9/21/07.  I don't know how long those are valid for and, even though I hope to be done with court by then, I can't help but worry about it.  I don't remember specifics about getting that one but I don't imagine you can rush the DOJ as you can the Dept. of Behavioral Sciences.  But, I've done all I can do now.

Packing hasn't even started yet for me.  I just have Katy's shoes, sweaters, & toys left to do for her but I haven't begun mine except to choose a dress for court.  I still have so many little things to buy -  gifts for the orphanage caregivers - gifts to bring to the girls on our visits - travel necessities for me, etc.  Tomorrow a trip to K-Mart - the only store here that has a possibility of carrying any of those items.  

One thing I did get done today was complete the application for the travel medical insurance which was important.  I guess I'm finally starting to believe that we may actually get to go on this trip!  I woke up at 4AM this morning thinking of all the little things I still need to do.  But, I know it will all get done.  

Tomorrow, last minute visits from a few friends - mostly who are very sad to see Katy go away for such a long time - and then, finish packing, trip to K-Mart, and hopefully, get a good nights sleep.   I feel like I can now start to think about the girls without being so guarded although, I know I still have a court date to obtain and a court appearance to survive!   Regardless, I think I'll sleep well tonight.