We had our court this morning and after waiting for what seemed like forever and after answering many questions we were asked to leave the room. Upon returning she read everything on the documents and then finally said that we were approved to adopt these three children.

We are now the parents of three beautiful little girls:
Hannah Claire Collins...meaning Grace or favor...clear or bright!
Raina Angelique Collins...meaning Queen...Angelic!
Audiya Grace Collins... meaning God's jewel or ornament...Favor or blessing!

We were so excited when we walked out of the court house we forgot to get pictures! Sorry!!!!! I will however, make sure that take new ones tomorrow!

Now the waiting begins. We must wait for 10 days which actually ends up being 12 because it ends on a Sat and the vital statistics office is closed on Monday! So on the 4th of Sept. we will be issued new birth certificates with their new names and our names listed on them. The following day we will apply for their passports. Then we wait again 3-5 business days! If we are lucky they will be here on the 7th if not it will be the 10th. Then it's gotcha day...YAY! We will head to Kiev where we will get their visa's and then head for home! Please continue to keep us and the children in your prayers as we still have a few weeks to go!