Okay--where were we? Oh, yes, I remember....

Grandma and I were just told that we were going to become grandparents again. We already have eight (8) wonderful biological grandkids. This time, however, it would be different. Our new grandchild was going to be Chinese. Wow!

At this point there wasn't much for grandma and grandpa to do, but sit back and enjoy the prospect of a new grandchild.

There were still all of the preliminary things to be done. The most important of which was deciding upon an adoption agency. This had to be done with much care. Which one would be most reliable and helpful? Our kids did much research.

Their friends had used WACAP (World Association for Children and Parents) and were completely satisfied with the results. So, WACAP seemed like a good place to begin.

Note: You will find WACAP's link on this site.

After corresponding back and forth for some time, they decided to go with WACAP. At the risk of removing any suspense, this was an extremely good decision. WACAP is trendous!! How do I know? We were involved every step of the way.

This is when things began to get exciting. Grandma and mommy-to-be talked at great length about the trip and decided that she, grandma, would travel with them. They didn't know if I would want to make the trip. Of course, I let them know that I wouldn't miss the opportunity.

I told them that I considered this no differently than going to the hospital in town. It would just take longer to get there.

They say (whoever "they are") that life is made-up of choices; good and bad. This was one of the best choices I have ever made.

With the first major hurdle out of the way, we began to plan for the trip. While the kids were dealing with the adoption process, grandma and I began dreaming about what it would be like to have a new grandchild; especially one from another country.

We knew from our past experiences that we would have no difficulty loving this child, but we felt it would be different.