Tuesday, October 9, 2007

Lost in Translation...we've got a long way to go and a short time to get there were goin to do what they say can't be done

First of all I have been majorly holding out with the Pictures of my SON...but I am going to make up for it today.
I really feel like I am in Smoky and the Bandit...we got a LONG way to go and a SHORT time to get there, were going to do what they say can't be done. OK so I spent the first of this week so frustrated trying to figure out what I need to do on my end to get the ball rolling. There is a new letter called the Roma letter I had to write, notarize, Cert, and Auth before they can get DNA done. Also since I am doing this with out an agency I had to write my own POA. I got all of this done last night and will take them to get certified at our capital tomorrow then send to the Guatemalan Consulate. My I171H expires on NOV 1st...I requested my extension and fingerprints four weeks ago and have heard NOTHING...I called my Senators office today and she is calling them. Here in Oklahoma we have no USCIS office it all goes to Dallas Texas and there is NO phone number to answer your questions. It is VERY STRESSFUL to deal with them. I really need to have DNA done and Pre Approval by NOV 1st and then I am still waiting on my updated Home Study so I can go into family Court. My Social Worker is Awesome...she is done with it but is just waiting for the OK child abuse check and the OSBI Criminal check to come back. It is so MADDENING to wait around on our government offices when we all know I am running out of time.
Thank you so much...Maria Izabel aka my Facilitator/support system/travel agent/photographer/translator. Thanks to BiBi, Katie, and Amy M for the help with the updated dossier requirements and forms. HUGE thanks to Jana who keeps every email I ever send her and can find anything I need in like 2 seconds.
On top of that I am trying to decide if I will keep my son's name Cooper...that is his Birth Name
here are my options
Kooper Blu and Kya Blu
Jagger Dekenlyn and Kya Blu
or
Jagger Dekenlyn Cooper and Kya Blu Angelica
I really LOVE both of them...I have had the name Jagger picked out for about 5 years and it is less popular which I really like...but Kooper is growing on me

Mommy's favorite Picture...Sweet Boy holding Mommy's finger
Mommy this first smile...dimples and all...is for YOU and You Only
Mommy wants you all to get a good look at me AWAKE

Wake up wake up wake up Mommy's little SONshine!
Mommy's first Glance of my Big Brown Eyes...because she is waking me up
Well there you are Mommy, where have you been ? I have been looking for you.
What you say you are going to bye me the Thomas the Train set for Christmas this year?...That makes me so happy I have to Kick my little foot!
I love the way Cassie took these pictures...thanks Cassie
Mommy I am trying to hold your hand, is that why you are smiling so big???

The BIG UNWRAPPING
My Mommy says my legs are just like my sisters were...i need to grow into my skin still.
I hear I have a Beautiful Sister at home who plans to BOSS me around...we will see about that!
YIPEEEE I found my Mommy today!!!
My Mommy sure looks happy now!

24 comments:

Maria Izabel said...

ohhh he's so adorable!!! i just want to hold him all the time!!! good to know you are comming soon! we'll have a blast...love ya

Candy said...

Jagger's Nana says: Now look who's glowing! Angels amoung us I tell you! They're everywhere!! Wait--I think I hear a couple: "On the Wings of a Snow White Dove, God sends his pure sweet love" and Waltz Across Texas" are welcoming Mr. Jagger Dekenlyn home!!! Besos!

Christina said...

Candy, he is absolutely gorgeous. Good luck on this journey and you will be in our prayers.

Alleen said...

He is positively beautiful Candy!! I hope you get everything to come together and get him home!!

Natalie C. said...

I am loving jagger dekenlyn cooper...and I am loving this little boy so much...I have a soft spot in my heart for little boy Guatemala blessings...there's nothing like a Momma's Boy.

Farrah said...

I am lovin the baby boy! HE is a blessing all the way around.. I'm praying BIG time that you get everything you need to get him home quick.
Candy If I can help in anyway please let me know..
I love Jagger, Cooper is very popular.

veggiemom said...

He's beautiful!!! Good luck on getting everything done. Call me when things settle down.
I vote for Kooper - what a great name. Ultimately, though, he'll become whatever you name him and it will be perfect.
Kerri and Ruby

Jenny C. said...

Candy,
He is SOOOO cute! I absolutely love reading new updates from you.
It makes me want another Guat. baby so badly. We will be praying that all of this paperwork and stuff comes together for you so you can get moving into your process. You look so happy in those pictures....we are wishing him home at record speeds.

Take care,
Jenny C.

Cameo said...

I can't get over how much they look alike! I personally love Kooper and Kya. Question though, is Blu a family name? Just curious.

Mary said...

He is beatiful.Sweet little dimples.

Teresa B. said...

He sure looks like a Kooper to me!
Congratulations, he is a beautiful gift from GOD!!!!
So happy for you.

Our Family of 5 said...

He really is a little angel! You look so happy in the pictures! Sending prayers and hugs your way. We wish you all a smooth process!

Cassie said...

Kooper with a K for me. too cute! i forgot about this blog. glad i didn't erase the address or i would be way out of the loop. those pics are just way awesome and look like you all are just meant to be. give kya kisses from all of us.

Kristi said...

Big happy content sigh for you Candy!! So happy - sooo happy! I vote KOOPER!!! HUGS TO YOU! Much love - Bamagirl!!

margaret said...

I made it here. Thanks for sending me the link. I am looking forward to watching your journey to Jagger/Kooper (I like all the options). You guys are in our thought and prayers. I hope this little guy will be home where he belongs oh so soon!

Sarah said...

Candy... I love the name Kooper!! Maybe Kooper Jagger... what cool initials... KJ!!

I love his dimples! You are going to have a very abundunt dimple cute factory going on at your house!

I hope everything comes through quickly with USCIS and your homestudy so you can get DNA and PA out of the way!! Woohoo! What an adventure you are beginning!!

Sarah & Sophie~Bug

Mama Bunny said...

Well let's see..

I like Kooper & Kya, for the simple fact both names are K/K. However, I REALLY think Jagger is unique and fits in nicely! Since Kya has 2 mn's, I'm going to go with Jagger Dekenlyn Cooper.

Tough choice though! Love the names.

Carrie, Rich and the Kids said...

Candy,

I LOVE those photos. He is so alert and gorgeous! That smile, those cheeks, those dimples, and the little foot. Cassie took beautiful photos. What great memories.

You will get it all together because you are AMAZING! I know how frustrating and overwhelming it is, but it is for a short burst of time you will be running around like a headless chicken and then it will be all done you just wait.

I would go with Jagger Dekenlyn Cooper, because that was your first thought and you love that name and then it is like Kya's name with the first and middle name and then the Guatemalan name.

JuJu - said...

I am loving Kya and Kooper! I really think you need to SEE the birth Momma - those two have to be BIO SIBS!!!!!!!!! They look just as much alike as Gia and Nino do:)
CRAZY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

He is PERFECT just like KYA!

I like Kooper Jag Dekenlyn
Just my opinion - I know you will pick the right name!

Julia:)

Ginger--Maya's mommy said...

I love the name Jagger but I also like Kooper. Tough one. He is so adorable. Thanks for sharing.

Sig said...

Oh my gosh, I could just squeeze him. We are all pulling for you Candy!!

Kristy said...

He's so cute and looks so much like Kya! Kooper (with a "K" of course,) was one of our boy names we had picked out so I LOVE that name. However, Jagger is unique and I like the sound of it. You can't go wrong with either one. :)

Praying the process goes QUICKLY and smoothly!!

Shelby said...

Oh Candy-- He is gorgeous. I love those pictures of you guys together. I have to say I am very partial to Kooper. Plus I love it with a K.

Sharon said...

He's adorable!!! Congratulations!!