And One More Makes Four.....

Julia's 1st Christmas, Jen bought "4" matching stockings from Pottery Barn that could be embroidered with each family members name. She loved them so much and knew that PB typically does not carry the same items from year to year, so she decided to buy one extra. For 6 years, she has unpacked the holiday items, passed over the lone stocking with "no embroidered name on it" and wondered if it would ever be claimed. Well....it soon will be claimed. We have decided to adopt a baby from Russia. We have always felt that we were meant to be atleast a family of four. After many years of trying to conceive a second child, a miscarriage, multiple visits and procedures with a fertility specialist and a round of invitro, we have decided to adopt.

Why did we chose to adopt from Russia?
Russia has very well-established adoption programs, shorter time frame and more availability of children. Adopting internationally will also provide us with the opportunity to see a new country and learn about a new culture. What a great way to teach a first grader about another country! Raleigh is also home to one of the first four US agencies recognized by the Russian government to legally assist children and families unite through adoption - The Frank Adoption Center. We have been spending weeks, filling out paperwork, collecting documentation and submitting applications. We would like to use this blog to share our journey with friends and family. This process is long and complicated but we are dedicated to expanding our family.