One Year Ago

It was a year ago today that we got a call and emailed pictures introducing us to the children that would one day be ours. Although they have not yet even entered our home, they are very much a part of our hearts lives and family. They have filled our thoughts and dreams and soon they will fill our beds. We are looking ahead to they day we are together as a family with longing and wonder. To hold and smell and hug them. To learn the sound of their voices and the pattern of their breathing. What will they love? What will make them laugh? Will they sleep in in the morning, or rise with the sun? Will they like peanut butter and jelly sandwiches? What an exciting (and slightly terrifying) transition awaits.

It was also one year ago today that the Christian community held its breath and prayed as the news came of the loss of Steven Curtis Chapman's precious little daughter. Our thoughts and prayers are with them today. God be near as their Abba Lord.

May God bless you as you celebrate today for all it's memories and hope for the future.

April Update

Thank you to all of you who have joined us in praying for joy and contentment for little Ronese. This month's report was so different from her winter reports. Keep praying! It is reported that she has gained nearly a pound and "smiles, waves or laugh in response to positive adult interaction. She is also showing interest in new and other activities. Initiates play with others. Wants to do favorite activities over and over again." We are so happy to hear this. It is so hard to wait when you know your child is always so sad.

Wiguerson's report was much the same. Smart, happy, polite and playful. We are very thrilled at the possibility of spending the summer playing together in Montana! Thank you for your prayers and support of our family. We will keep you posted on the progress.

Happy Mother's Day

Today we got the news that we (our kids) have passports! The promise that some day, in the not so distant future we will race to the airport and get on the plane to go get our kids! Also, we traded our Subaru for a mini van today. A few more weeks, a few more steps and... Yea!

Wait

Everlasting God

Strength will rise as we wait upon the Lord
We will wait upon the Lord
We will wait upon the Lord

Our God, You reign forever
Our hope, our Strong Deliverer
You are the everlasting God
The everlasting God
You do not faint
You won't grow weary

Our God, You reign forever
Our hope, our Strong Deliverer
You are the everlasting God
The everlasting God
You do not faint
You won't grow weary

You're the defender of the weak
You comfort those in need
You lift us up on wings like eagles