We're Logged In!

It's been quite awhile since I've posted a new entry here...let's see what's new...

Our dossier was translated and sent to China ("Dossier to China" or "DTC" in China-adoption-speak) on 30 June, and our "log in date" (LID) at the Chinese Center for Adoption Affairs (CCAA) was 3 July. So things are finally moving along! Now we just await a match with a child and travel approval! Could be anywhere from a few more months to maybe even another year?? Wish we had more definite time frames, but I'll be content with knowing that our paperwork is officially logged in and simply now wait.

As we wait, I have made the decision to participate in the 2008 Marine Corps Marathon in October, as part of a team raising funds for a non-profit organization called "Love Without Boundaries," which sponsors and establishes foster care and preschools for Chinese orphans. The work they do is amazing...you can check them out at http://www.lovewithoutboundaries.com/ and you can also check out my webpage there and even sponsor me if you like (click on "sponsor an athlete")! My goal is to raise $750. I completed my first marathon in January this year, and at about mile 15 I remember distinctly thinking "I will never compete in any kind of race EVER again!" But when I saw that LWB was putting together a team to raise money for these orphans, I knew that I had to sign up. How much more fulfilling to run for such a cause, not just for my own pride. So back to the training program I go. Another part of my excitement to run the Marine Corps is the chance to see some good friends and hopefully some family while I'm in DC! Of course, if the adoption proceeds on a quick timetable (God knows the timing...not me!) there is a chance I wouldn't be able to compete in the race...but I will still happily raise funds for LWB.

We are enjoying our summer, spending some lazy days at the beach, some fun-filled days at Big Kahunas, a local water park, and getting some projects done around the house. Jared starts cross-country pre-season training tomorrow! We have had some busy weeks recently with our home swim meet and an out-of-town swim meet that I coached solo.