Quick update today, Tuesday (10/13/09) - We need some mighty prayers going up!
On the US Embassy/Visa side - we STILL have a problem. I just spoke with the Chief of American Citizens Services Unit - this is a definite contact to have for adoptive families needing info from the US Embassy in Pakistan.
They have received the new uploaded file with country change update from 8/24/09 and the transfer from Russia. However, the US Embassy cannot access the file. They can "see" the file, but cannot "work" with the file. They say it is a "systems issue" and have notified the US Consulate's Office in the US. The "technical team" is supposedly working on it and everyone anticipates it should be resolved by EOB today (10/13/09). Until the "systems issue" is resolved with the file . . . unfortunately, the visa cannot be printed and they cannot issue it by hand.
I cannot believe this twist! But, then again, NOTHING surprises me in Pakistan! :)
We FINALLY have all the documents, except delivery of the "attested" (certified) court order - Sadeem is to deliver this any moment - always waiting on that man! :).
We had planned on making the 1:00 p.m. US Embassy Adoptive Family Interview (the embassy reserves 1:00 p.m. for adoption interviews) TODAY. We have to take the shuttle (due to heightened security), a 2 hour trip to the US Embassy. But, the US Embassy says if we know we have all the documents, and nothing is missing, we should wait until tomorrow (Wednesday 10/14/09) for the US Embassy interview. The interview will take around 30-45 minutes since we only have a few documents left and then the visa can be issued while we are there, approx 2 hours for printing the visa. Otherwise, if we go ahead and go to the embassy today, we would just have to make another trip tomorrow.
Wednesday is our FINAL day in Pakistan. I really didn't want to spend it at the US Embassy! I wanted to go see some sights of Islamabad! And, I hate waiting until the "last day" . . . before we are supposed to leave! And . . . the issue is something the embassy has known about for a week! I'm not going to be very happy if we have to reschedule our flights (and incur the expense) because of a "systems issue" that someone didn't get resolved timely! A little hard to swallow after the stress of the court order! :)
But, I do know that God is in control . . . knows our situation. So, I am going to turn this over to Him since there is NOTHING I can do about it. I'm going to enjoy my last 2 days in Pakistan, soak up the culture, shop until I drop and giggle with my baby girl! :)
Oh, yes, Sweet Pea's debut pictures will be posted this evening . . . which will mean morning for those in the US! If a biased Mama can beam just a bit . . . I'm telling you . . . Sweet Pea is just ADORABLE!
Thank you all for your prayers! :)
Love to ALL . . . from Pakistan!
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Mama, Uppa D & Sweet Pea
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8 comments:
You are SO close! Prayers going up your way.
Praying that the "system issue" is resolved quickly. You have so many interesting stories to tell Sweet Pea when she gets older! Can't wait to see pictures!!
Prayers are on the way. It will happen, Sweet Pea needs to meet her big brother! I have to tell you my DD who is 3 sits no my lap when I read you blog and every day that you post a picture of Sweet Pea she will ask why that baby has a yellow face? I just laugh and try to explain, it will be so nice for her to finally see Sweet Pea doesnt have a bright yellow face! And by the way does she get a name then too? We are so excited and happy for you all!
Prayers and fingers crossed - I know you must be SO ready to put your arms around DS!
Can't wait to hear you are home safe and sound and see those beautiful PICTURES!
I am another parnt adopting in Pakistan. I am here right now, and passed court yesterday/ I am hoping for my Visa meeting on Thursday. I would love to get in touch while you are here. Please feel free to write to me and we can at least chat, chinabound07@yahoo.com
I have been reading all of your posts via my blog reader and let me just say how in awe I am of you! You continue to have the most upbeat, joyous and most gracious attitude through out this entire trip and I think that is just awesome! I hope this snag is nothing more than a hiccup and that you're able to head home with Sweat Pea as scheduled!!
Will pray! I am sure everything will be just fine! Am sitting on the edge of my seat to see the beautiful child.
Your outlook is remarkable. Everything is on time, HIS time. Hang in there and wishing you a safe trip home SOON!!!
Blessings,
Laura
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