I am leaving for Moscow tomorrow. Hopefully for the last time for a while. My visa got here, my adoption agency tells me that "everything is a go on the Russian side", I have all the paperwork ready, and put together. My friend Robin, who is coming with me on this trip, is leaving today for New York (she lives in Boston) -- and we are all set to meet up at JFK tomorrow. I have a pile of clothes for me and for Alexandra, ready to be squeezed in a suitcase. We are as ready at work for this transition as possible. Alexandra's room is coming together nicely, and tonight, I'll make the last push to get it all done.
A lot of time change comes upon us gradually, and sneaks up on us in small increments. Sometimes, big changes come at the most unexpected times, without any warning and preparation. And sometimes, rarely, you know exactly when a big, life altering change is coming. I am standing at one of these moments in my life -- this is a change that I wanted, that I fought for, that is long overdue -- and one that I believe to be a good one for all affected. Yet, I know that everything about my life is about to change -- my schedule, my finances, my priorities .....as one friend put it recently: "get used to it -- your life is no longer about you -- there is someone more important".
I am ready.
Hooray!
ReplyDeleteHi, Agota. Robin sent me the link for your blog and I'm eagerly checking for updates on your trip and sweet Alexandra Molly. I know I mentioned on Robin's FB post, but if you are looking for a nice moms' group when you get back, you are welcome to join mine, and even if you aren't interested, I'd love to see you and Alexandra. I think by posting this comment you should have my contact info? If not, Robin can give it to you. Thinking of you and wishing you all the best! Joanna
ReplyDeleteHi Agota,
ReplyDeleteJust wanted to let you know how excited I am for you and Alexandra and can't wait to follow you guys on your incredible journey.
-Diane
PERFECT blog post, lovely! I'm so excited for you that I can't even see straight!!! Hugs hugs hugs!
ReplyDeleteAgota, I am so over-the-moon excited for you and for Alexandra! You will soon learn that you had no idea what love really was.... a child - your child - is what unlocks true love. There will be days that your heart will literally hurt because you are so in love with your child. I am so happy for you! Alexandra is a very lucky little girl - and you are a very lucky Mom!
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