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At Peace . . .
and Bathing Suits!
I've been slow to post new information here this summer, and
I attribute my reluctance to this wait. I would guess that
many of you have gone through, or are going through, the
stages of processing this incredible slow-down . . . each
month adjusting to what it means for our hopes, our plans,
our families, and most importantly, for that little baby we
so believe is waiting for us. To share briefly, as I look
back on the last few months I think it is safe to say we
went through a "numb" phase . . . so discouraged that it
almost felt surreal, and difficult to want to be
lighthearted here. More recently we entered the
"searching" stage, considering other countries and programs
and really opening our hearts to a possible change. Some
families are doing so, with joyful results. But as I write
this, for now we have come to the conclusion that our baby
is in China, and that somehow time will pass . . . and as so
many myadoptionwebsite families have shared, this
will all be a distant memory as soon as she is placed in our
arms. I have hope, and pray that if you are feeling
discouraged, that you will find some peace and hope as well.
So, I'm back! And ready to continue in my own way to help
you pass the wait with fun and hopefully helpful
information.
Bathing Suits. To me, summer-time means swimming, a fun and
healthy activity you can enjoy with your new child. Some of
you have even had the chance to enjoy the White Swan pool
while in China!! With that in
mind, I wanted to share a few of my favorite resources for
darling, affordable suits. My first stop at the beginning of
summer is Target. Every year they offer a huge
variety of cute bathing suits. Another is Gymboree.
They always have great matching items such as sun-hats,
cover-ups and flip-flops. So fun!! Also, I discovered a line
of beautiful and unique suits while shopping in a boutique
recently: Kate Mack. This line will especially appeal
to those of you who like things extra girlie!! To find
Kate Mack you can do a Google search, which will bring up
several on-line boutiques or a retailer new you; or go straight to Ebay
and you'll find a wide assortment. Polo has a
few of my favorite styles on sale now - just head to
www.ralphlauren.com and
click on the "baby" link, then click on "swim shop sale".
While they are currently sold-out of many baby and
toddler sizes, don't forget to check Land's End next
year. Also, a reader emailed me on Sunday and recommended
Kohl's.
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