Q: What obstacles did you and Keith encounter? A: When we arrived in Ethiopia, we found out that our daughter had been very sick with pneumonia and had lost a significant amount of weight. It was unexpected and very scary to be in a third world country with an extremely sick baby and inadequate medical care. The doctors, our attorney, and adoption agency staff were wonderful though. They all worked together to expedite our case as much as possible to ensure that we could get our little girl home for better care. Once we were home, she improved drastically and is now a healthy, happy little girl.
amazing experience. So I’d say, stop thinking about it and get started!
Q: What advice would you give others who may want to adopt? A: Do it. There are so many people who have thought about adopting, but haven’t acted on it and there are millions of orphans in the world who need good homes. Adoption will change you in so many wonderful ways, it’s such an
Q: How has life changed since bringing home your babies? A: Life is amazing. Gus and Lula have brought us so much joy. It really does feel like they have always been a part of our family. The days are fuller now, but we are loving every minute.
Q: We have heard that there are changes occurring with the Ethiopian adoption process. Is this true? If so, what are they? A: Things change constantly with international adoption. Right now there is a movement to ensure that things are being done ethically in Ethiopia. It is slowing things down as more investigations are being made into each case, but it’s really a positive thing in the long run, if it prevents trafficking and other unethical dealings.