Navigating the adoption road includes many moments of silence. Currently, the silence is characterized by a country closed to new adoptions while they improve their protocols and become a Hauge-compliant country. (The Social Welfare Department (IBESR) was set to reopen on August 1st. No word yet as to a new date.)
We experienced another unexpected curve this week when our Gift of Adoption grant application was denied. We certainly don't envy the grant selection committee. Prioritization of funds for so many deserving families must be extremely difficult and heart-wrenching.
Fortunately, these moments each have positive outcomes. Haiti's adoption processes will be strengthened...safety for children will be increased. The Gift of Adoption grant will be provided to a family, making another home for a deserving orphan.
Our reaction to the silence? Patience. Perseverance. Continued hope. Never easy, but certainly necessary.
Our continued thanks for your thoughts and prayers.
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