Devastating day

I feel funny asking this, and realize this is a sensitive topic. This adoption has cost more then I ever planned. Just little increases here and there, but they have added up. Today two blows have left me crying. The first was minor, my in country travel fees are higher than I had budgeted for. I have “trimmed the fat” from my travel, but I am still over budget. The second blow has devastated me. I had someone who had offered me $1000 to help with adoption expenses. They called today, they have had devastating news with there job and can not contribute the $1000 at this time. I am sick for them, and keeping them in my prayers. I am panicked for myself. I have pulled money from every resource to make this adoption happen. I have taken cash from every credit card, taken out a loan and exhausted my bank accounts. With all of this, after I pay the in country fees (adoption related only,) the travel costs, and the visa fees. I have $200 left. With this I must eat in China, tip guides, and some how pay my mortgage and minimums on my adoption loans. I was very much counting on the $1000 to do this. This adoption WILL happen even if it means going with the $200. That said, I know families have used the Chip in program with success. This is a link on my blog that allows those who would like to donate money by Pay Pal or credit card to do so by clicking a link. This money would go to pay adoption expenses, in particular the in China adoption fees. I have added a Chip in to my blog http://twolittleladybugs.blogspot.com. For anyone so inclined, I would be very grateful for any donation to help. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Mama Bug
Baby Bug
Mei-mei waiting in China

TA!!! TA!!! TA!!!

MY TA (Travel Approval) HAS ARRIVED! This is the paper my agency needs to make my CA (Consulate Appointment) It was due about two weeks ago, but so far I have not managed to hit any step of the process on time. :-( We are now waiting to find out My CA date, then I will post my travel dates. My agency said I could receive my CA any where from 1-5 days. As my dad said "in your case, just plan on 5 days." I am hoping and praying to know tomorrow, but not counting on it.