rumour mongering

I try not to monger. But, this seems to be pretty accurate... It has been unoffically reported that the first batch of agencies, seven US and one French, have been given non-expiring accreditation. The list of agencies is:

• Children's Home Society & Family Services
• International Assistance Group (IAG)
• Cradle of Hope Adoption Center
• Frank Adoption Center
• Catholic Social Services of the Diocese of Charlotte
• Family & Children's Agency
• Cradle Society
• L'Agence Francaise d'Adoption (France)

Wow! While mine is not included, I wanted to offer congratulations to those whose agencies are on the list. My agency reported that these are all agencies who submitted their documents on 20 December 2006. My agency submitted documents on 25 December. To monger further, it seems that more agencies will be accredited shortly--perhaps as soon as next week. (But, that is complete speculation.)

And, so as to overshadow the fact that international adoption is starting up again, Sochi has been announced as the site of the 2014 winter Olympics. I think everyone here will be celebrating.