Somewhere Between

Last night as I was flipping through the TV channels I noticed a documentary on TVO called 'Somewhere Between'. I think it was luck, or fate that I stumbled upon this movie just as it was starting. The film starts off by showing a family that has recently adopted from China. The mother in the film is talking about all of the questions that her adopted daughter will someday have and she reflects upon the fact that she may not know all of the answers. From there the mother turns into the filmmaker stating that she is making this film for her daughter so that someday she can watch this and have some answers to her questions.
The uniqueness of this film is that instead of following the parents who have adopted the child from China, it follows the lives of four teenage girls who were adopted from China. I found the film very moving and eye opening from a prospective adoptive parents point of view. Although the film takes place in the U.S I thought the issues the girls experienced were globally relatable.

I would recommend watching this film to anyone that has questions about our adoption. It may clarify a few things for you or it may bring up more questions or concerns.
Watch for it on TVO or search for it to tape on you PVRs. I think I might even download it on iTunes to show to our families. It is just too good not to share.

Here is a link to the website for movie if you are looking for more information. http://www.somewherebetweenmovie.com/directors-statement

Happy New Year....again!

I know that people have been anxiously awaiting a new post from us. This will just be a quick one as our family is getting caught up on everyday life after my daughter and I took a quick trip to Florida. While I was away Children's Bridge sent us a waiver and request for first payment for our adoption. My husband and I haven't even had a chance to look at it. This could be because we are too busy, or it could be because we are afraid to see how much money we already owe.

Tomorrow, February 19, 2015 is the first day of the 2015 Chinese New Year. 2015 is the year of the Sheep. In China sheep are considered lucky animals. Hopefully this Chinese year will bring our family luck in our adoption process. I look forward to learning more about Chinese traditions and celebrating this day in the future with our family.

Happy New Year everyone.