A little news

OK, the suspense is KILLING me. I will let you know what is up with PBJ. First, a bit of background info. Her case was sent to investigation in the courts because the document of the birth mother (called a cedula, replaces a birth certificate for those born at home) had the word MUTE written across the bottom. If she is mute, how did they interview her for the social workers report? They had a hearing in late October where they brought in the BM and a translator and learned that she is not mute, just speaks a Mayan dialect and is very shy. The judge wanted the corrected cedula and all would be fine. 

Then, during this time, the Guat coordinator for our agency began stealing all the money, the attorneys didn't get paid, nothing was done and our case sat. I was told at the time that the judge went on vacation for 2 months, but that was the coordinator covering her deceit.

Now we have a new lawyer assisting our case. Not a stellar lawyer, not the cream of the crop, but apparently someone decent and trustworthy although a bit slow (thank you google) This atty went to the judge and asked what was the hold up. The judge first said he would schedule a new hearing, one which I could attend. (Oh how I looked forward to that!) But after pushing the judge, he agreed that all he needed to see was the corrected cedula of the BM and he would be fine. Last Thursday they brought the BM in with her new documents and she saw the judge. 

Then, the amazing part began. The judge listened to the medical info our atty provided and decided that this case would need to be fast-tracked if the info was true. he gave the atty until Monday to provide the medical records (which they did) and scheduled an appt with a gov't specialist for tomorrow. if they confirm the diagnosis, they will fast-track her case and get her home ASAP. The US Embassy already agreed to fast-track her case in October when I approached them, so once we have Guat approval things should fly. 

Is it possible that the powers that be could possibly, finally be thinking of the best interests of the child? I hope so!!! Isn't it about time? This precious baby girl has been through so much. Let her come home. Be loved. Be cherished. Be cared for in every way!!!!! Please?