Fun Things in the Mail

Our mailbox, and our hearts were pretty happy this week after receiving a care package from our adoption agency. Our “educational toolbox” came in and has given us new motivation to read up all we can on cross-cultural adoption. As part of Hague standards, all families adopting internationally (at least through our agency) are required to complete a minimum number of hours of study in order to fulfill educational guidelines.

Just when Justin thought he was done reading for the summer, we discovered a list of things we’re required to read within the next 3 months in order to fulfill our educational requirements. We don’t mind though! We’re thankful for materials that will be useful in preparing us for the incredible life-change that is ahead. So, we've set aside our rivoting Central Asian history novel for a workbook about adjustment in adoption.  While we have not agreed with everything we've read so far, we are extremely grateful for the chance to discuss issues with eachother that we would have otherwise probably never thought to contemplate.

Justin’s favorites in the toolbox so far have been the kids books (which are ADORABLE) and my favorite is this book about styling black hair. Cornrows, here we come! :)