I am part of a Facebook group formed for Moms that adopted from Russia. It's a great example of how the positive power of social media. Within one day of forming the group, there were over 100 members and within four days, 550 members had … [Read more...]
Roman turns TWO!
Roman's first birthday was held at his Baby Home in Russia. I was awaiting the call from Russia to go back for Court and bring him home. The Care givers generously had a little party for him and gave him the gifts I left and read him the birthday card I wrote. I was so … [Read more...]
Choosing Indecision
For now I am investigating a few more options and delaying a decision for a few more days. What I know is that I am not ready to commit to any day care option yet. I think the right solution is right around the corner and a few more days of seeking will give me the clarity I need to move … [Read more...]
Today is D-Day. Deciding which way to go
Today is the last day I could abort the daycare option, it`s decision day. I have weighed the pro's and con's, have evaluated with my head and my heart. I have asked for advice and listened to the wisdom of experienced mom's. I have chatted with fellow adoptive moms and … [Read more...]
Going to day care will be just like he is back at the Orphange………
Roman is starting day care transition tomorrow and I am feeling more then a little anxiety. I know all parents feel anxiety when making this transition and that it's a normal part of the process but something deep down was keeping me up at night. I realize now what a part of it … [Read more...]
Day Care Dilemma
Somehow the stars have once again alligned. I got the magic call from not one but two of the places he is on waitlists for that they both have a spot for Roman. How to choose? Both are located very close to home and both are registed and received high rating from the Ministry of … [Read more...]
I’m allowed to lavish him with love… my Social Worker said so
When you decide to adopt a child you go through the process with a Social Worker who is also an Adoption Practiciner. He/she prepares all your paperwork required by the Ministry, your home study, helps you understand your options and gives you advice on parenting. You also take … [Read more...]
Hi ho, hi ho, it’s off to work I go….
It had to happen sooner or later. People keep asking me with very concerned faces "How are you doing?" The truth is I am doing just fine. I mean don't get me wrong, given the option I would happily stay home with Roman indefinately. I have been a happy single stay at home Mom for the … [Read more...]
“Now everyday ain’t gonna be no picnic”
but our Adoption Agencies annual Adoption Family Picnic sure was. Last year Cat and I were in Russia when the picnic was held in Toronto and I remembered thinking how wild it was that this year we would be be able to attend it with our family and Roman. Poof, … [Read more...]
The remedy to biting was only a kiss away.
I have biter on my hands. I'm not entirely surprised, in my experience most males have that primal urge but this time it was my little monkey and my responsibility. The first incident was more of a nibble so I thought it might be a sign of affection. Then I thought he may be … [Read more...]
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