We have a new twist on our adoption journey. Previous to this post, Rwanda was not part of the Hague - an international convention that governs adoptions. The purpose and principles of the Hague are great; however, in the transition for Rwanda - we don't quite know what this will mean for families who have their dossiers there (us). The Rwandan Ministry will not be accepting any new dossiers, but have stated they will process the ones there.
In terms of the politics and procedures of international adoption, this is a good thing. Of course, we all have the best interests of the child/ren in mind.
In terms of children waiting for loving families, this could make the wait that much longer.
This is wild news and places our adoption in a much larger state of unknown.
From here, we wait and see and continue on...
Until we know more, there won't be much to post...
thanks for reading and keeping us in your hearts,
G & S
Hey Gail and Scott:)
ReplyDeleteBy all accounts it could work in your favor- apparently they are really wanting to clear all the dossiers through the system before the process gets underway. So it may mean you receive a referral quicker than you thought!
Let's hope that is the case.
We are really borderline. If we can get the dossier out there quickly (within a couple of weeks)they might just accept it. Might.
Fingers crossed everything goes smoothly for you guys:)
WOW I hope it all works out for you guys! Scary though. Keep me posted girlie.
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Thinking about you guys and sending good energy your way! XOX
ReplyDeleteNice to hear from you! It would be fun if we were in the same "group" - but I have no concept of how any of that logistical stuff actually works. But keep us posted on any news and we will do the same! Best wishes to you and your babies!
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