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We chose to fly Delta because they have an adoption fare which eliminates change fees for the return trip. Delta requires you to present the I-171H or I-797C from INS when purchasing the tickets. You cannot obtain the adoption fare by booking tickets online, you must speak with a representative. Our adoption agency says that a 4 week stay in Colombia can be expected. It was really thrilling to see their first names attached to our last name on those tickets!
We also learned that the Colombian Consulate in Atlanta, GA requires at least one of us to apply for the TS Visas in person. So, as soon as we gather the appropriate documents one or both of us will head to ATL. The requirements for a TS Visa from the Atlanta consulate can be found here: Colombian Consulate Atlanta
Our FBI clearances arrived yesterday and we also received our updated medical letters this week.
The travel call with Julie (Colombia Program Director at Children's Hope International) is scheduled for February 12th.
Also, wanted to mention that we used a program called Visual Link Spanish to learn spanish. We did order a demo from Rosetta Stone but preferred the methods used by Visual Link and it was less costly. The program includes computer and audio cds.
Whew! So things are moving along smoothly and SUNDAY IS COMING !!!!
Thank you Lord for entrusting us with these three beautiful and precious little ones! We place all our hopes, dreams and trust in you Lord!
Thursday, January 29, 2009
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How exciting. Just wait until the call with Julie! I got off the phone and felt such energy and excitement, I could barely contain myself. I know you are in a "process-driven" part of it all right now, but truly, take it all in. You will blink, and you'll be in Colombia with kids wondering when you get to bring them home. Expecting four weeks in Colombia is smart. That way if it goes by quicker, it's a nice surprise. ; ) Best of luck over the next few days.!
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