Attachment 101

I attended my 1st parenting class today. It was about attachment. Very interesting things to think about. Afterward (and during really) I felt a sense of empowerment that I will hopefully be able to engage well with my daughter, to understand and anticipate her needs. I also felt such sadness that these little souls are so neglected despite the nannies excellent attempts at caring for them - there just aren't enough adults to give these orphans the time and attention they need to learn to trust.
Now, I'm frustrated that these little souls are suffering in such a way when there are so many of us waiting to bring them home. Why the wait? Why a year more? AAAAggghhhhh! It really doesn't seem to be to anyone's benefit. Come on CCAA - speed up again! (currently CCAA is at about 12-13 months wait from LID to referral - My LID is May 16,2006)

I did have a nice time meeting and reconnecting with friends. I saw Caroline whom I don't think I've seen in 4-5 years - it's really fun to think of having friends in this process. She and her husband Cary have a LID in Jan. - LUCKY ( in a Napolean voice) I also met friends of friends - Michele and Rob whose LID is one day after mine - we likly will be traveling together - at least meeting at the White Swan.

After class I met up with 4 other single women I remembered from the orientation. They were going out to lunch, so I begged an invitation. We've now made plans to meet in a few weeks at the Dragon Boat Festival. I love connecting with these people. I'm looking forward to getting to know them.

Things I'm pondering.....
how in the heck am I going to get photos of all the quilt squares on my blog? I now have so many and am still expecing more. Why don't I keep up with these things? If I'd photograph and post them as they arrive I wouldn't be in this pickle.

later.....