Passport Update

I considered titling this post "India, You're Killing Me," but decided a more positive attitude was needed :) I received word from Holt today that Hannah's passport has been "Granted" but not "Dispatched." I called Holt and asked if I could spend tonight making our appointments in India, or if I have to wait until VCT actually has her passport in hand. Mary explained we have to wait because we have no idea how long it will take for VCT to receive the passport. It could still be a couple of weeks away because "granted" does not include "created"- printed. And we don't know how big of a hurry they will be to actually put the passport in the mail to VCT.

Before I started to beat my head against the wall, Mary was quick to reassure me that "Granted" really is good news because that means we have gotten past the step that many get bogged down in due to the requirement of random police clearances. So that is why I am choosing to hear the good news and trying to resist the feeling of frustration.
P.S. I was talking with my dad this afternoon and admitting that my patience is absolutely spent. I am so done with waiting. But God reminded me of some things this afternoon. As I've gotten closer to the finish line, I have accidentally allowed my focus to be on that finish line. And as soon as that happened, I have literally felt stuck in the mud and trying to claw my way inch by inch through these last adoption steps. I need to get my eyes back on Him, understanding He is what I NEED- not the completion of our adoption. Only when I am seeking Him can I get out of the mud, mount up with wings as eagles, and have peace.