I wish I had some positive updates, but the past month has just been more waiting. During this time, I have been perusing internet articles and blogs about adoption. In doing so, I came across this article:
http://www.resolve.org/family-building-options/preparing-for-parenthood-via-adoption.html
The writer talks about how adoptive parents experience a "psychological pregnancy", and that some parents are cautious about doing things to get ready. Sometimes I would feel like if I bought things, I was jynxing myself. This article validated some of what I was feeling. I will say I think that starting a registry has made it more real.
D and I have been trying to prepare as best we can. We had a big yard sale this weekend, which got rid of clutter. We were trying to get rid of most breakable things. We made enough money to buy a toddler bed, which will be fun to pick out. I have been reading the "What to Expect" series.We have some other tasks we would like to accomplish. Our friend is giving us a car seat demonstration this weekend. We are trying to find a more car seat-friendly car for D. (He has a pick-up truck).
The best advice an adoptive parent gave me was to "live your life." Instead of waiting around for a phone call, we are trying to do as many things as we can. I am taking a girls' trip to Colorado, which was on my "bucket list." D and I are taking some small trips, such as camping and to a casino. We are trying to enjoy our time together as a couple as most we can. For me, the thing that will be an adjustment is the lack of sleep after having children. So I guess I will enjoy it now while I can.
