We got word yesterday that Devin's Birthmother signed the final adoption decree and his birth certificate has been ordered. This means that Devin is legally ours. There is no taking him back at this point. He is forever a Buster. YEAH!!! We are beyond estatic......
Here are the next steps
1/ A new birth certificate must be issued noting the adoption and changing Devin's last name
2/ In order for Devin to leave Guatemala, a Guatemalan passport is necessary
3/ The final step is to obtain a visa from the U.S. Embassy so Devin can enter the United States. In order to receive a visa, Devin must be declared in good health by a US Embassy-approved
physician and a DNA test must be done to confirm that Devin is the same baby that we started the process with.
4/ Once the US Embassy receives our documents which include the results of the physical & DNA test they issue “Pink Slip.” This slip is basically an appointment for us to come pick up Devin.
Hopefully, Devin's birth certificate will be in by the end of this week. I know everyone is curious about a timeframe but it is really hard to pinpoint. My best guess is that we will have him home sometime in May if all goes well. I will update this website at least once a week to update you all!
Thursday, April 17, 2008
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4 comments:
Kelly, now you have two Buster Boys!
FINALLY KELLY!!! I am so hapy for you both!! What a long journey it has been for you both. You have finally been blessed with a beautiful little boy! I can't wait to meet him!!
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Your are almost there!! Start getting ready, our Pink came 8 days after DNA was taken. You'll be leaving for Guat before you know it!
Best Wishes
Stacey
We are so happy to hear that Devin is coming home real soon. You both have overcome so much and finally you will have your sweet boy with you for keeps. I hope these next weeks just fly by for you.Sooo exciting! We look forward to meeting him very soon.
Love,
Kim & Will
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