It's been almost a year and a half since the Heirs family began their adoption process. They started in one country but ended up in another, and they say they wouldn't have it any other way. Their story can encourage people who are also in the process of adopting, and are feeling anxious or frustrated.

"With all the paperwork done and preparation completed, the Hiers family can now only wait... As soon as [the invitation to travel] is received, the family will be flying to China to pick up Gao Li..."

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