So obviously I am changing my blog a bit. I was getting tired of my old colors. I lost everything in the transition, including my blog links. When I tried to add them they would not show up. I will keep trying!
There has been quite a bit of activity for the families waiting for children. Referrals, court dates, travel, so exciting!!!
Now we wait for travel calls for several who have passed court!! This week we pray they receive travel dates.
Also, several are going to have court hearings in the next two weeks. We pray God's favor falls on them and the Bethany staff so that all the families pass court the first time.
Last Thursday a bunch of us adopting mothers met at a local coffee shop. Can't tell you how encouraging it is to get together with everyone. We have so much in common and I know God put us together to encourage each other and fulfill His hearts cry of adoption. Isn't it great Jesus died for us and God has adopted us into His family? We are able to call him Dad and be loved and love.
Matt and I are believing for a referral very soon. With God, all things are possible. We are thankful for a wonderful agency to work with and the grace of God in our lives.
This week was Tulip Time in Holland. We watched the parade and had a ton of fun with friends and family. I snapped this picture of Isaac and my mother-in-law.
This is one of my favorite new verses.
Proverbs 30:4 "Who has ascended into heaven, or descended? Who has gathered the wind in his fists? Who has bound the waters in a garment? Who has established all the ends of the earth? What is his name, and what is his son's name, if you know?"
At least two more children were referred to families today. I am shocked that there were more this month because 5 were referred at the beginning of April. Today, I was thinking how far we are down on the list and how it seemed it would take another year. I have to keep reminding myself how big God is, He can do ANYTHING!
I am thinking maybe we are around 11th now, but several people ahead of us (like 5) have specific requests, where we have none.
So our prayers for our baby to come home this year can still happen!
We just spent 4 days up north and had a blast. Even though it rained most of the time we enjoyed being outside as much as possible. Isaac loves playing with his cousins, Matt and my dad.
We are praying for the 4 families who are in Ethiopia right now picking up their kids!! Prayers for safe travels and having a wonderful time. Hope our turn comes very soon!
Today I am getting use to my new Mac. So far I love it!! The options with pictures are endless!
It was a great Easter service and a wonderful dinner at Matt's parent's house. Isaac found 20 Eggs outside and Matt and I went for an hour road bike ride. Yes, spandex and all. Not too pretty, but I am told it is necessary.
Looking forward to a great week and spending time with Isaac and Matt.
I am going to try and attach a few pictures from a recent get together with friends. Got to love these pictures!!
We found out from reading the Bethany Blog there were 5 referrals given out this week! I think we may be around 11th on the waiting list.
In other news...Matt is still working a lot at his job. Praying the economy in Michigan improves. Right now he is road biking with a bunch of guys.
I had a personal trainer come over a couple of times so a friend and I are working hard and getting in better shape! Lots of sweat and tears.
Isaac is growing and having fun. He loves being outside and going to the park. Thankfully my neighbor has a trampoline too. Of course he enjoys playing cars, tractors and things like that with Matt.
Him and Matt were measured for tuxes for my brother's wedding in July. Can't wait to see him in a tuxedo!
We are preparing for more snow here in Michgan. Today is a beautiful day though.
This Thursday some moms who are adopting from Ethiopia are meeting. If we missed inviting you and you live around here let me know and I can give you the details!
Matt and I have exams Monday night in bible school. Better get back to studying!
Today there has been lots of action on our Bethany Adoption Forum. So far three families have referrals.
A dear friend who lives close by has a new 1 month old baby boy. Another family not too far away has a 1 month old baby girl and another local family has a 5 year old girl. There has to be more coming...we know who is waiting in line!
Congratulations to all the families. Not praying for quick court dates and travel plans!
