Respite, Adoptions and Other harrowing events

I hadn't realized it had been over two weeks since I last blogged.  I do try to put something up every few days, but life got to me in January.

Between the pre-teen's sports schedule, a new quarter at seminary and dance lessons for the preschooler, the schedule has exploded in many not so good ways.  I believe, no I know, that next year we will not be doing both basketball and AAU volleyball at the same time - it is just too much.  While the experiences have been good, the added stress and running around has not been good.

Meanwhile, I have been doing respite this past week for someone.  It added another girl to the mix, and although she has some issues, things have been pretty smooth.  The girls all know each other, so that definitely helped.

Our adoption filing is quickly approaching and that always brings feelings to the forefront.  I am hoping that we can get this done as quickly and as painlessly as possible.  We have had some bumps in the road, but nothing too major and I have appreciated the help of the workers.  So far, they have given great advice and been very supportive.