This post has been a long time coming. I'll try to keep it brief.
"Philip" is being adopted by a different family. We are sad and disappointed, but we are also thankful that he will be going home soon.
After finding out about Philip, we also learned that there have been more delays on our home study. Apparently Taiwan and our international agency, WACAP, consider any form of spanking to be "corporeal punishment" which is looked upon with severe disfavor in Taiwan. Our local social worker is very understanding, and came over to meet with us again to get additional details in how we discipline. That was two weeks ago, and we're still waiting for a verdict.
We would like to continue to pursue adoption in Taiwan, unless the door closes completely. In general, it's a 8-24 month process from this point to referral. We have been notified that there is a 9 mo old girl in Taiwan who may be a good fit for us. Her file is still being translated.
Thank you for your prayers and encouragement. We are learning more and more that all things are in God's hands. May his will be done!
