Best Christmas Present EVER!

We did it! We are truly at the end of this chapter! It could not have gone smoother! We stood before the judge, told our story, and introduced Joshua. The judge reviewed our paperwork and signed the decree! We came home with 2 copies of the decree of adoption. We should receive his birth certificate in a couple of weeks, then we can file for a social security number.
We met another family at the courthouse this morning. Keith & Holly McAfee were there with Claire, their little girl from South Korea. She became a part of their family in June 2010 also. They live in Hixson so we plan to get together soon!!
Thank you all so much for all your prayers! I can't tell you how much we appreciate your support!!

It's Official!

Finalization is Finally Here!

We have a court date!! This Friday, Dec 17th @ 8:30am, Joshua will officially, legally, be a member of our family! Finalization occurs after he has been with us 6 months. Thursday, Dec. 16 will mark 6 months so we couldn't be happier with the given date!
We have finished all 3 post placement home visits & he has adjusted very well. He is walking all over the place! He is signing well to communicate & speaking new words every day! We are very excited about a super special Christmas this year! It's hard to believe that Christmas 2008 we told the children & our family about our decision to adopt, then recieved approval for Joshua Christmas 2009. Now, Christmas 2010, we wrap up this initial part of a lifetime decision. Paperwork may be coming to a close, but we are really just getting started. It's quite an adventure, but I can't wait to see what else God has in store for my family!