I finally have "provisional approval" from USCIS to bring Greta home as my daughter. Now for that ever elusive court date! I really thought I'd be in Lithuania by Thanksgiving, now I'm hoping for Christmas.

I found out that Greta has received the presents I sent. Message from Lithuania:
"I have spoken to the directress of Klaipeda Home for Babies, Doctor Genyte. They have got the package with Tammy’s presents to Greta. The directress said that Greta rejoices over all the presents and is waiting for mommy to come."
Still waiting (not so patiently) on NBC approval so that we can get a court date!

I was surprised by coworkers, friends and family with a baby shower today. It was such a nice surprise! I'm still waiting for the court date!