Paperwork Renwal Stress

Ugh, our agency just posted a reminder (that came from China) that all of our paperwork MUST be current at the time of referral. Sounds simple but "the time of referral" is so up in the air, there's really no way of knowing when that is. Looking into a crystal ball would actually do. The problem is that our I-171H (U.S. approval to adopt) expires on March 6th. In the best case scenario, it is possible we could receive a referral in March. Being in the lovely state of WI with a new adjudicator in the Dept. of Homeland Sec. office, he won't accept re-applications until no earlier than one month prior to expiration (Feb.6th). So, if we get our referral in March we will be waiting on a re-approval with the possibility of not being able to travel to meet our daughter. The director states "There is nothing sadder than a family with a referral who cannot travel with the rest of their referral group." Uh, yea! I've thought I've been at a tipping point a few times in my life but this would definitely push me over the edge...without a doubt.