Normally, I’m one who would wear a new purchase right away – right out of the store or box if possible! But for some reason, I saved this jacket to wear for a special occasion and the perfect opportunity popped up last week.
jacket CHANEL* {super cute} // sweater JCREW* // jeans LOFT // necklace and earrings PREMIER {similar} //
bracelets THRIFTED, GIFTED, STELLA & DOT // rings OUI ETSY, GIFTED //
pearl booties VALENTINO {McQueen Dream and wallet-friendly} // kelly bag HERMES* //
sunglasses KAREN WALKER
Photography by me :)
We got a call from the adoption agency to formally start our home study process with individual interviews! I was ELATED and so nervous at the same time. Tons of things were flying through my mind – what questions are they going to ask, how long is the Q&A session, will they like us, am I going to pass this interview?! When my friend E* asked what I was going to wear, THE jacket popped into mind.
Anyhow, I hope the interview went well. They ask all kinds of questions – about my personality, the spouse, childhood, discipline, family, etc. My interview ended up lasting 2 hours {she had said usually between 45 – 75 minutes} and Mr. S’s was about 1 hour. Maybe I talk too much! The next step is the actual home study where they do a joint interview and check out the house. *Breathes deeply*
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Never forget that the first step in getting help is asking for it. – Brooke Noel
{Today I let go of trying to do it all and focus on building a network of support and encouragement.}
* acquired via Ebay. BTW, I stalked that jacket for awhile. No, it wasn’t a super stellar deal, but it was over 50% off retail.
P.S. Sorry if I’ve been MIA on your blogs, email, or social media lately. I’m trying to get lots of things in order!
