Later in a return email I learned this boy wasn't just any boy. He was special. I got an email back and learned his name and a bit more about him. There was supposedly an agency advocating for him to find a forever family. Then the words that stuck with me..." If you know of a family that might be interested..."
Well, I had a family? What was it about his child that drew me to him? We were not planning an adoption of our own right now, but I had hoped one day to adopt again from this country. What was the next move? Was there more?
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
The simple email that changed everything
May 17th a simple email thank you for a few bibs bought as donations to orphans living in a home across the world. A few small pictures of children, one picture of a beautiful boy wearing a bib that we had purchased.
Those bibs, that email that picture of the boy in the bib changed everything. Not knowing exactly why, I HAD to know more about him. Mustering up whatever courage I could find and saying a quick prayer I wrote an email back.
"Precious, just precious. Thank you for caring for these sweet children. These pictures are wonderful. So humbled by the work that you do. Thank you for giving these little ones a home while they wait for their forever families. I shopped with my two younger children and they really enjoyed picking out and helping to buy the bibs for ______'s friends. I wish it could have been more.
If I may be so bold to ask, the beautiful boy by himself with the red bowl, is there a sponsor for or is he currently matched with a family? Is he in need of funding for further surgeries or anything? We would love to be able to pray for his needs, sponsor as we are able and to advocate for him both personally and through our church's adoption ministry to find a forever family. My 5 year old ____ has repaired cleft lip, cleft palate and other special needs. We adopted him _____ and _____did not think he would find a forever family...but God had our family picked out for him:)
We also would love to know ____ critical needs as well as prayer requests for you, the staff, and the children that you serve.
Truly humbled by your heart for orphans and the way that ____ provides for children that need care.
Looking forward to hearing from you and how we can help,"
Those bibs, that email that picture of the boy in the bib changed everything. Not knowing exactly why, I HAD to know more about him. Mustering up whatever courage I could find and saying a quick prayer I wrote an email back.
"Precious, just precious. Thank you for caring for these sweet children. These pictures are wonderful. So humbled by the work that you do. Thank you for giving these little ones a home while they wait for their forever families. I shopped with my two younger children and they really enjoyed picking out and helping to buy the bibs for ______'s friends. I wish it could have been more.
If I may be so bold to ask, the beautiful boy by himself with the red bowl, is there a sponsor for or is he currently matched with a family? Is he in need of funding for further surgeries or anything? We would love to be able to pray for his needs, sponsor as we are able and to advocate for him both personally and through our church's adoption ministry to find a forever family. My 5 year old ____ has repaired cleft lip, cleft palate and other special needs. We adopted him _____ and _____did not think he would find a forever family...but God had our family picked out for him:)
We also would love to know ____ critical needs as well as prayer requests for you, the staff, and the children that you serve.
Truly humbled by your heart for orphans and the way that ____ provides for children that need care.
Looking forward to hearing from you and how we can help,"
Monday, May 12, 2008
Happy Mother's Day 2008
Happy Mother's Day, Mom. We love you!
Mom's Day marked the 1 year anniversary of Katy's homecoming. It is hard to believe that so much time has passed, it is true that time flies by when you have children.
We were low-key this year and did not host a party, but we did have a great lunch and took some cute pictures of the kiddos. Unfortunately, I was unable to get a shot with me and all 4 of the kiddos...much like last year's pic. While we were taking pictures the girls decided to play a game of ring around the rosy, very cute.
Enjoy!
Mom's Day marked the 1 year anniversary of Katy's homecoming. It is hard to believe that so much time has passed, it is true that time flies by when you have children.
We were low-key this year and did not host a party, but we did have a great lunch and took some cute pictures of the kiddos. Unfortunately, I was unable to get a shot with me and all 4 of the kiddos...much like last year's pic. While we were taking pictures the girls decided to play a game of ring around the rosy, very cute.
Enjoy!
Saturday, January 12, 2008
Memory Lane...Belly Pics of Jillian
Ah, memories.
Had to make a short blog about the belly. It was HUGE as was the rest of
me! Jillian was very active and attempted to come early January...but
changed her mind and decided to make us wait.
So, Mommy decided that she
would be evicted, I mean induced as soon as she was full term.
gained a few pounds too. The all I
can eat party is over soon so I am truly enjoying these last few weeks. ColdStone, Krispy Kreme, Flaming Hot Cheetos and let's not forget the
important baby spinach and prenatal vitamins!
Gained a whopping 50 pounds during the past 10 months...lots of work to do after delivery, but for now...Let's Eat!
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