New Picture 06-23-2009

This is the newest photo from the orphanage.

I am not sure about the outfit but he looks great.

Possible Travel Timeline

Probably average to have the case file in court would be 4 weeks. Then another two or three before a hearing date is given. The last two groups have had hearing dates about a month from the filing date. I imagine you know that cases don’t always pass on the first hearing date. Travel is usually six to eight weeks after the case is approved. I hope that this helps. Merrily

Merrily Ripley
Adoption Advocates International

Baby Photos

He was born around March 16th. He weighs about 9 .lbs and is 52 cm long. He was found abandoned in Shashemene town, west Arsi zone, and turned over to the police. According to the Childrens Affair Bureau he was found by a man named Kedir Jamal. His lab reports indicate that he is free from Hepatitis and HIV. He is reported to have good neck and body movement and sucks and swallows well during feeding. His appetite is growing and he is getting stronger everyday. He has started to smile in response to voices and visually track his toys in the crib. He is welled loved by his nannies and has a sweet nature.