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study on Monday night (we ended up having to reschedule from Saturday because Ella got strep). We think it went well. She checked smoke detectors and fire extinguishers, and then we sat and talked (were interviewed) for about 2 hours! Craig and Keri had to be interviewed as well because we are currently living with them. That took only about 15 minutes. She then talked to Erik, Ella, and me. She asked Ella a few questions - like if she was excited to be a big sister, and how she would help me take care of the baby. Ella then ran off and played with grandma and grandpa while we kept talking. It was surprisingly fun and easy conversation. We had to really think about our philosophies about parenting and marriage, but it was fun to do together.
So now we wait a little longer - there are a few more things we have to gather for our file, but I'm hopeful that that will all be taken care of by tomorrow or Wednesday. Our social worker has to type up our entire 2.5 hour conversation (sheesh!), and then submits it to the executive committee of the agency. They will review that, and our entire file, and then approve us (hopefully)!
After we have been approved we begin the matching process. We have also decided to hold some big fundraisers to help us with the rest of the costs - we will keep you all updated as we get those planned!
Thanks for all of your love, support, and prayers!
Ali and Erik
