Adoption progress update

I realize I haven't updated on the adoption process lately.  It's mostly because it's a lot of paperwork and waiting.  Here's an overview:

We have approval from Kentucky.  Yahoooo!!

Texas needs just two more pieces of paperwork submitted before they will proceed.  One is signed by us (done) and the other by the birthmother (I understand that this has recently been done).  Once these are submitted and approved, then our lawyer here in Texas will take it to the judge here in Texas to get everything finalized. 

I know that sounds simple, but it can take a bit of time.  We are grateful for all of the people in the process who are patiently helping us with everything.  A big shout out to Ross Ewing - our lawyer in Kentucky - who has worked tireless hours to help us.  I don't know what we would do without him.  Between him and Miss Miller, we would be lost in this process.  They clearly work well together to get things done all in the best interest of the child.  Thank God for honest people like them.

We also really appreciate the help from our adoption agency here in Texas.  Melanie has been fantastic.  Of course, we always enjoy her monthly visits because she clearly loves her job and loves to visit with Levi.  She will be visiting with us every month until the adoption is finalized.  She is very patient and friendly as she explains everything to us. 

Prayers are still appreciated for the process, as it can be very stressful at times. 

Levi is happy and healthy and in the end, that is all that matters.  And, happy he certainly is. 
Here is a photo of Levi with Miss Lynn - our neighbor.  He is smiling, as always.