Confusion Reigns Supreme

Over the past week or so, confusion and uncertainity seems to be the dominant themes surrounding adoptions now that the 12/31/07 date has passed, and the new Guatemalan adoption law is supposed to be in effect. The situation is exacerbated by the fact that a new presidental regime takes over in Guatemala on January 14th. The new law stated that all in process cases (mine included) would follow the old law as long as the case is registered with the new Central Authority by January 31st. Problem is that the Central Authority doesn't exist yet. This is freaking a lot of people out. My feeling is that there will be a delay but ultimately the implementation issues surrounding this law will be worked out. I am hopeful that because I got into PGN (The PGN in Guatemala acts as the official adoption office in Guatemala. Paperwork is processed through the PGN and referrals are made through this department with the assistance of an attorney working through the PGN in Guatemala) prior to the end of the year that my case is currently being reviewed although it may not be ultimately approved until my case is registered with the new yet to be formed Central Authority. But, honestly, I really have no idea. Speculation is all over the map. I am trying to look at the big picture.. I want to bring home Abby as soon as I can, and delays suck no doubt about it. But, at the end of the day, AS LONG as I can bring her home, I will manage the wait and the stress surrounding the wait the best that I can. I actually found the perfect antidote to this - replace this stress with a different stress! I had a baby proofing expert look at my house yesterday because I was concerned about a 25 foot pony wall ( it is only 3 1/2 feet high) I have in my house on the 2nd floor. While he pretty much allayed my fears about the pony wall, he brought up a million other hazards in my house. Needless to say, I have a lot of work to do to get my house ready for Abby to come home. At least it makes me feel like I have a little control over things by spending my time on something I actually can fix right now!