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Other people's reactions
As I've started to tell people of our plans to move to Africa, the responses have been interesting. For the most part, people are supportive and understanding, nodding their heads as I explain it's the only way to get the girls home. I've heard comments like:*"It makes perfect sense"
*"I know you guys can do it"
*"What a great experience for your kids"
*"I'd love to do something like that"
*"Coming from anyone else it would sound crazy, but for you, it sounds 'just right'"
*"How can I help?"
I think it's great! We've had some doozies, too. Just last night, the younger kids went over to the church to meet their Sunday school teachers. I was at a little table with my 3 yo, her new teacher and another mom who is married to a professional ball player. The ball player's wife thought it was great, said her hubby would be glad to donate sports memorabilia to help with fundraising. The other woman, however, looked at me and said: "But is it worth it? Don't you love America?" I said, "Of course I love America, but I love my girls more". She literally shook her head and said again "But is it worth it?". Well yeah, duh. They're my kids!! Maybe because I have many children she thought I wouldn't love new ones as much? I've also had several people tell me that we should sneak the girls out of Africa and into Canada maybe, then make our way across the border. Uh, no. Thanks, though. There were a couple other illegal suggestions, but they're not really options, kwim?
For the most part, though, I have been delighted at the kind, supportive reception our "crazy" idea has gotten!
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21:53, Thursday, January 10, 2008 .. Posted by blessedmomof10Oh I had to laugh at the suggestion to smuggle the girls in thru canada!!!!!!!!!!!!!! LOL!!!!!!
Obviously said by a person that does not understand the implications! :)
I think you have great courage to do this...... but think it thru ... I mean every single angle...... because I promise you girl you will have major culture shock after the vacation wears out! I saw that over and over again with americans who came to adopt in guatemala........ they were fine for a few months and then when the vacation was over they were desperate to come home! For me - it was like coming home -- being full blooded latina I understand the culture. It was not shell shock to me......
What about housing? Have you figured out that one?
Have fun planning!
gloria :)
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