When I first made my flight plans weeks ago together with Bill, it seemed like an eternity away - the day that I would travel to the other side of the world to finally adopt Ritesh. And as I hear about how many of the other parents have already traveled to Nepal and adopted their children, I feel like jumping on the plane tomorrow!
But then I feel the pressure all around me about everything that people want and need from me, and all the arrangements, preparations, etc, that I need to take care of before I go. Then I think, wow, only two weeks! That's amazing! Time is flying by.
I know that whatever I do over the next two weeks, it won't be enough, especially from the work perspective. That is just the nature of the beast. So, I have to just take a deep breath, give it my best shot, and when I get on that plane, leave it all behind for a while. Now, I want to keep my eye on what is absolutely my highest priority and my deepest source of motivation: RITESH, his well being and his happiness.
As I prepare for this massive shift in my life, I am learning what has been a little challenging for me in the past - asking for and accepting offers of help. It is really remarkable how generous the people in my life are! Over the past two weeks, my Mom and Bill have both been real super stars in that regard. I am so blessed. Thank you everyone!!
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