One step closer

Well today was filled with some great news from our adoption agency.  Our Article 5 was picked up and delivered to CCAA on Thursday!  This is the last item needed for China to issue us our much awaited Travel Approval (or TA).  They also proceeded to tell us that this should come within 2 weeks and travel occurs in 1-2 weeks after the TA is received.  So, I quickly pull up my Outlook calender and start to count....one week, two weeks, three weeks.....4 weeks....Oh My - CHRISTMAS.  Yup...you heard me!  What was anticipated as a mid January departure for China to adopt Aiden is really starting to look like a December departure.  Of course, we adults think this is just wonderful news!  What an awesome way to celebrate Christmas!  My daughter on the other hand, while excited, had other questions on her mind.  Specific to Santa!  How will he find us in China?  If we aren't home and I don't leave him cookies and milk, will he still leave me presents?  Will he know to leave some for Aiden???  Of course, there was much reassurance that no matter where we are in the world, Santa ALWAYS finds his good little girls and boys! And I think I have the two best there could be!!!  My Peanut and Pop Tart!

We will keep you posted as the ride is going to get fast and fun here very soon!