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The Filian Family: We’re Adopting!

February 15, 2012 · by: Cathie Filian

Eddie and I are so excited to announce that we are adopting!  We still have lots of details to work out – but we have finalized the decision to adopt and now we just need to figure out what what works best for us.  So many options!


The first thing is getting the house ready for home inspection.  We have lots of DIY projects planned and some that we have even started.  We will be blogging the whole process so pop back to see our progress and to hear our experience.

We know this next year is going to be filled with many ups and downs.  We are buckling up and going on a ride.  First stop…. agencies and a sit down with the state of California.  Oh crap – I just got nervous.

XO~
Cathie and Eddie (aka soon to be parents)

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  1. jengd says

    February 15, 2012 at 4:00 pm

    Congratulations! What a huge and wonderful decision!

  2. Meg says

    February 15, 2012 at 4:01 pm

    How exciting! What a wonderful decision! Hope its a smooth ride for you both šŸ™‚

  3. The Craftaholic says

    February 15, 2012 at 4:03 pm

    Congratulations on your journey to motherhood! It is a rewarding experience, and children are amazing teachers.

  4. JULIANNA HUDGINS says

    February 15, 2012 at 4:04 pm

    I can’t imagine a better Mommy! How blessed this little angel will be to come into your life. I am so happy for you and your hubby šŸ™‚ sending happy Love! Jewels

  5. Celeste says

    February 15, 2012 at 4:06 pm

    Congratulations. I am so looking forward to following your journey.

  6. Anonymous says

    February 15, 2012 at 4:07 pm

    Being adopted myself, I can’t tell you how wonderful I think this is; good for you! And best wishes. You guys will be great parents.

  7. Amanda says

    February 15, 2012 at 4:07 pm

    Congrats! It is a very rewarding experience! There will come a time that you won’t be able to remember life without them šŸ™‚

  8. ThatBrunette says

    February 15, 2012 at 4:09 pm

    Congratulations!

  9. chinamomxtwo says

    February 15, 2012 at 4:11 pm

    As the adoptive Mom of two, I can tell you there is no greater joy in life.

  10. Lisa Nelsen-Woods says

    February 15, 2012 at 4:13 pm

    Congratulations! When a former co-worker adopted her two boys (Twins!) it was a wonderful and sometimes frustrating process. Make sure you have a good support system for yourself if you find yourself in a situation where you need to vent a little (for EX. the Judge didn’t understand my friend’s IT job and told her to consider getting a better job like her husband’s. The fact is, she makes more money and has more responsibility at her job than her husband!) Everything worked out for the best and they have a lovely family.

  11. Anonymous says

    February 15, 2012 at 4:40 pm

    You will be a great mom…

  12. FourJedis says

    February 15, 2012 at 4:49 pm

    That’s so exciting! My brother-in-law and his wife just went through the adoption process. It’s scary, but exciting, and their adoption was just finalized last week.

  13. Mary says

    February 15, 2012 at 4:55 pm

    WAHOOO very very exciting….
    Mary Farrington Oh2bnor@aol.com

  14. Stacy McQueen says

    February 15, 2012 at 4:59 pm

    Really excited for you two and know you will make wonderful parents! Please blog about the details – for those of us who are adoption curious. Best of luck!

    • Cathie Filian says

      February 15, 2012 at 8:05 pm

      I know….tons of info out there….but not the info I was looking for. We were going to keep it a secret until we had solid plans. But after researching we decided to blog the whole process and hopefully help others at the same time. xo

  15. Tiffany Windsor says

    February 15, 2012 at 5:14 pm

    OMG! SO excited for you Cathie! Congratulations!!!!

  16. Margot Potter says

    February 15, 2012 at 5:26 pm

    HOORAY! You will be fabulous parents.

    xoxo
    Madge

  17. debBdooz says

    February 15, 2012 at 5:52 pm

    You know I am over the moon for you two and your families. Praying for a calm, smooth and blessed adoption. Kids make all the difference in your life. Especially the ones with skin. We love you! Deb

  18. Ann says

    February 15, 2012 at 5:59 pm

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!
    I am an adopted child and I always felt special!! My parents were my life! Also, I have placed a child for adoption..so I know the love it takes to “let go”.
    Blessings to all..may your journey to parenthood be joyful!!!

  19. LeighAnn says

    February 15, 2012 at 6:12 pm

    Congratulations! We adopted from California 9 years ago and it was the best decision we ever made!

  20. Pamela says

    February 15, 2012 at 6:27 pm

    Oh Cathie how wonderful!!! Congrats to you & Eddie, what a beautiful Valentines gift! You will make a great Mommy!

  21. Amber Dawn Inventive Soul says

    February 15, 2012 at 6:49 pm

    ~*That is such a loving thing to do Cathie and Eddie!*~
    šŸ™‚ I am looking forward to reading about your updates and I hope that you both have a really great time with this process. Sending my good wishes for a blessed and talented child who will cheer your hearts and be fun to play with!

  22. Cathie Filian says

    February 15, 2012 at 7:24 pm

    Thanks sooooo much for the well wishes. We are super excited to dive in!

  23. Carmen says

    February 15, 2012 at 7:52 pm

    Congratulations! The child will be blessed to have you as a mummy!

  24. Julie S says

    February 15, 2012 at 8:00 pm

    Congrats! Know you both will be awesome parents! Happy for you both!

  25. Lindsay Conner says

    February 15, 2012 at 8:04 pm

    Congrats! That’s so exciting!

  26. Carrie K says

    February 15, 2012 at 8:38 pm

    Whar exciting news! Congratulations!!!

  27. Andrea @ handmakemyday says

    February 15, 2012 at 9:15 pm

    This is such great news! Go team Filian!

  28. knit one, knit two says

    February 15, 2012 at 9:37 pm

    Best wishes! Your child will be so lucky to have a crafty mama!

  29. The Jul-Ree Box says

    February 15, 2012 at 9:59 pm

    Congratulations!!

  30. Amy Anderson says

    February 15, 2012 at 10:40 pm

    Congratulations Cathie!!! So happy for you and Eddie! We need to make some Mod Podge t-shirts for babies . . . . xo

  31. Amanda says

    February 16, 2012 at 12:31 am

    Congratulations and best wishes!

  32. Lynn Mercurio says

    February 16, 2012 at 7:03 pm

    This is wonderful news Cathie. As an adopted child myself, I can’t think of a more precious gift to give a child then loving parents and a happy home. Congratulations.

  33. JustYolie says

    February 17, 2012 at 11:34 pm

    Congratulations Cathie!! Both of you will make wonderful parents!!

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