Waiting for LOA

Several of you have asked about the paperwork we need and the timeline to go get our sweet girl. Here is a general overview:
1) LOA - we get this document from China; it takes between 1 - 3 months from our referral to get this; we are praying for God to work in a mighty way to get this document to us as soon as possible
2) 1-800 approval - from US immigration; it takes approximately 3 weeks; we cannot get this until we send a copy of the LOA to immigration
3) NVC letter and cable - another US document; it takes several weeks
4) TA (travel approval) - we get this from China once all the paperwork is in their possesion; takes several weeks; once we have TA, we can travel in 2 - 4 weeks.
5) CA (consulate appointment) - this is the date and time which China tells us to be at the consulate to adopt Maren

We should travel in September; however, we are praying for God to make a way to get our Maren even sooner. We know though that He knows the best timing and plans for His purposes. We would appreciate your continued prayers for: Maren's protection, love, and care in China; her nannies - to be strengthened and encouraged; each of us (Mora, Bryce, Bennett, Danial, and Michelle) as we learn to wait on God and as He prepares us for Maren's arrival.