Sunday, September 21, 2008

Update

To say life has been busy would be a understatement. I have been working non-stop on the new website and its launch party, taking Robbie to his new group and filling out paperwork.

To go back a little, the adoption information was very informative. And they were very positive about finding forever homes for kids. We were the only same-sex family there, such is life in a small community. We left thinking we couldn't adopt because Robbie's room is to small. We went home and got the real estate plans out and it is just right, about 14 inch's over the limit. We also came home with a load of paperwork. We needed a police check, medical form, 3 references, birth, divorce, marriage certificate, adoption application, Marriage questionnaire, self-questionnaire, child-behavoiur questionnaire, autobiography, questionnaire for child, questionnaire about child. Is that enough? It is all very invasive and overwhelming. One questionnaire asks about our sex life, is it good and describe. Can you believe that? It also asks Robbie who he likes better and who he fights more with. I feel this inappropriate questions to ask a child. Am I wrong? As much, as I hated it I did it. It would be easier to poke my self with needles then do this. But, I will because I want to expand my family. Our only worries left are: do we have too many cats (5) and is our house in too much need of repair? After we pass in our paperwork training starts on October 25th.

Life with Robbie has been busy. He started back at his regular playgroup. And we were all happy to see old friends. Robbie is so comfortable and happy there, I know he will miss it next year. He also started a new group for social skills. It is him, 5 other children and 2 instructors. The parents are aloud to watch through a 2 way mirror. It is so good for him, he has to wait, take turns, stay in his seat, and ask nicely when he wants something. A few times he got frustrated and pouted when he was sent back to his seat. But, that is amazing if he were with us and got asked to sit down and wait his turn, he would throw himself on the floor and freak. Amazing what kids will do for others, they won't do for their parents! Robbie is also making more friends. He has gone to 3 parties in the last week.

My job is taking up most of my life. We are putting the finishing touches on the site. I am so proud of it. Who knew that on Saturday there are 8 different family activities in the city? I am so happy I can help other families find things to do and connect. The party planning for the launch has been intense, sending information to the press and handing out flyers and booking entertainment and finding food donations. But, I am doing it, and feeling like I am in my element!

The last update is, I heard from the heart clinic. Before I see the specialist, who is called a Electrophysiologist. I have to go for an ECHO ultrasound. Then I will be called for a consult for the Ablation. It feels like things are finally going somewhere. My medicine is working a lot better, I have had only one spike in 3 weeks. Although, I am avoiding high excitement situations like fairs and concerts. I am hoping things stay calm for the launch party. So, I am here, being a busy WAHM.

5 comments:

bleu said...

WOW you sound soooo busy. So excited for you though, on all fronts!!

Lisa said...

Cath, I am a little annoyed with the questions they have you ask Robbie. It is totally inappropriate. I wonder what their justification for it is. If they asked "does he have a stronger relationship with one than the other" I MAY understand that but to ask who he likes better. Do they then expect you to have a child that you like better? Aggrr! Sorry. Anyway, hope all goes well with the process, the upkeep of the site and your doctor visit.

Anonymous said...

The questions are TOTALLY inappropriate! To me it would even seem to ASK the questions would plant ideas in a little one's mind. I can not imagine what kind of answers they are hoping they would get. And questions about your sex life? HOW IS THAT RELEVANT??? If sex life satisfaction were a requirement for good parenting there are hoards of inappropriate parents out there (all those women with clueless husbands, for example...)

Anyway, if it gets you a step closer to expanding your family, then i guess trucking through it all is your only option.

I am so glad that Robbie is enjoying all his activities and it sounds like you are too... Good luck with the party!

Becky Le Cochon said...

oh wow....you have been a busy bee!

Anonymous said...

Just thought I would stop in and say that I Hope that the hurricaine is sparing you... I heard its headed your way...