No Baby Yet

As you all probably figured out, the fairy tale scenerio did not work out. Am I suprised? No. Disappointed? Of course. It's kinda like playing the lottery. You know you are not going to win, but it doesn't stop the disappointment of what "could have been" if you had the winning numbers.

The good news: L is now going to give consideration to the adoption route, which he previously would not consider, due to the red tape and privacy invasion thing. After L talked to his friend, he told L that it was a great experience and state really is trying to look out for the best interest of the children in their care.

Fostering/Adoption may be the best route for us later when you compare the expenses of other family building options:

1. Adoption--I've heard estimates between 15,000-30,000 dollars.
2. IUI-- $1000 to 2500 per cycle, no guarantees
3. IVF --10,000 to 15,000 per cycle
4. Option #2 and 3 are not acceptable in the Catholic church.
5. Adopt child from the state --$0 the state covers all adoption expenses if your foster child becomes available for adoption and you want to adopt.

Why go just one route to family building, when you can take several? As of now, I think are going to try a combination of all of the above.

L wants to get certified to become a foster parent. I sure won't mind filling my empty house!

Thanks for the kind advice, everyone.