Bitter Sweet!

Well, the rollercoaster begins. On Saturday, we received our CIS Approval Letter! HOORAY!!!!! We were so excited! Typically this is the last piece of information you receive during the paperchase. However, today I received word from FBI that my second set of fingerprints were illegible. (I found out last week that first set didn't clear) Apparently , I have no fingerprints! So we are working on " Plan C." I know God's timing is perfect and this is all apart of the process. So I will wait patiently as I saturate my hands with Corn Huskers Lotion. Maybe the third time will be a charm!

Let's Celebrate!!!!!

Yesterday was a big day of celebrating for two wonderful reasons. First, our oldest daughter MacKenzie turned TWELVE! UNBELIEVABLE!!! We started the morning with a "Page Family Tradition" : Breakfast in bed (served on the"Red Plate"). We continued the day with presents, dinner out, and a family party. As I watched my daughter throughout the day, I was overwhelmed with tender memories from the last twelve years. Her birth, her first day at school, learning to ride a bike, starting soccer, etc. It is so hard to believe that she is a truly a "Tweenager." One thing I know for sure is that she is growing into a beautiful young lady inside and out! Thank you, my sweet Kenzie, for allowing us to practice our first round of parenting on you! You are an amazing person and we are so blessed to have you as our daughter!!!! The second reason for celebrating: WE ARE OFFICIALLY GLADNEY APPROVED!!!!! What great, great news on such a special day!