Wednesday, October 27, 2010
The count down begins...
Our meeting for "S" was moved forward a day, so it took place this afternoon. Joel and I leave Monday to go meet our daughter!!!! We will stay in the area she lives till Friday and then we will bring her home with us!! Our family is so excited... after all these years of prayer this is the little one God had waiting for us. We can't believe that in 9 days she'll be in our home! Thank you Sweet Jesus for blessing us with a baby girl. Please pray for "S" as we bring her home to her forever family!
Saturday, October 23, 2010
She is Adorable...
The last 48 hours in the Boone home have been special.
Thursday night...
We decided it was time to share with the boys that sister was coming home. I wish I could of got a picture of each of their faces when we told them. They were so excited that God had finally answered their prayers. (The boys have prayed faithfully for baby sister for months) It was a very special moment. All we could tell them was her age, name and that this next Thursday (28th) we would get her picture and find out when we get to meet her. That was enough information for them.. Gavin thought it was extra special that the meeting is on his birthday. He said that is the best birthday present ever. It was so adorable!
Friday brought a surprise....
The boys were all out of school and Joel was off work. We had 2 extra kids over and we were getting ready for Gavin's 9th birthday party. We were having a fun and busy day. I went up stairs to check my email and there was our Surprise! Joel and I got to see our daughter for the very first time!!! I wanted to cry, I wanted to scream, I wanted the whole world to see her!!! She is absolutely precious!!! We called the boys up to see their sister and smiles filled everyone's face. An unforgettable moment (just like when you see your baby born for the first time)! Unfortunately, we can't post her picture at this time, but if you see us we will have one to show you:). Gavin showed all his friends her picture at his party, Merek tells everyone he talks to how he loves his sister "S" and Eiler calls her "banana". (It's close to her name)
Her picture is framed in our house and we printed copies for all of our family. Needless to say, We are just a tad bit excited!
Thank you for all your prayers and continued prayers as we now look forward to holding our daughter for the first time.
Thursday night...
We decided it was time to share with the boys that sister was coming home. I wish I could of got a picture of each of their faces when we told them. They were so excited that God had finally answered their prayers. (The boys have prayed faithfully for baby sister for months) It was a very special moment. All we could tell them was her age, name and that this next Thursday (28th) we would get her picture and find out when we get to meet her. That was enough information for them.. Gavin thought it was extra special that the meeting is on his birthday. He said that is the best birthday present ever. It was so adorable!
Friday brought a surprise....
The boys were all out of school and Joel was off work. We had 2 extra kids over and we were getting ready for Gavin's 9th birthday party. We were having a fun and busy day. I went up stairs to check my email and there was our Surprise! Joel and I got to see our daughter for the very first time!!! I wanted to cry, I wanted to scream, I wanted the whole world to see her!!! She is absolutely precious!!! We called the boys up to see their sister and smiles filled everyone's face. An unforgettable moment (just like when you see your baby born for the first time)! Unfortunately, we can't post her picture at this time, but if you see us we will have one to show you:). Gavin showed all his friends her picture at his party, Merek tells everyone he talks to how he loves his sister "S" and Eiler calls her "banana". (It's close to her name)
Her picture is framed in our house and we printed copies for all of our family. Needless to say, We are just a tad bit excited!
Thank you for all your prayers and continued prayers as we now look forward to holding our daughter for the first time.
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
He is Faithful...
As last week ended we were told that it wasn't possible to get both girls. So we began praying that the Lord would make it clear on which sweet girl he had created for our family and it wouldn't come down to us having to choose. He seemed to answer our prayer as we never ended up getting anymore information on "S" and our social worker said that M's placement was moving forward and they hoped to have placed with us in the next couple weeks. More waiting and more praying!
However...
Yesterday I received an email that M's placement with us was being delayed due to the assessment of the relatives, so now they hoped to get back to us in a couple weeks with more information. My heart was disappointed and sad. I began to journal and pour my heart out to the Lord. Asking Him to give me His peace and to remind me He is in absolute control. I prayed I would be filled completely with His joy and not allow circumstances to take that away. It was a sweet time.
The day continued...
About an hour later I received another email, this time from the case workers for "S". Attached was a general profile about her and that they were hoping to have her placed with a family by mid November. Yes... we now received more information, but we still had no idea if we had been chosen for her or if we still needed to go through the interview process. Our social worker commented in the email she would call us later in the day. I again spent time with the Lord praying for direction. My mind was everywhere.
The day continued...
Our social worker called in the evening and asked what we thought as we read the additional information on "S". I shared we were excited and trusting God would show us the path in which He would call us to pursue (M or S). I then asked her, now that we have more information on "S" where do we stand and what does it all really mean. She said that's why I called and began to share that our family had been chosen for "S" and that they are ready to place her! Then she asked the question we had been dreaming of... Are you willing? My mind wanted to explode... she continued to share with me more details, but to sum it all up, we said Yes! We have prayed and asked the Lord to make it clear and He was faithful to do so.
Here is what we know...
At the end of this week we are suppose to receive S's complete profile and pictures :) and then next week we will meet with S's social worker to discuss the plan for her transition to move to our home. There target date is to have her placed with us by mid November. My heart is filled with every possible emotion from... pure excitement... to fear... what if for some unforeseen reason it doesn't happen.
There are still so many unanswered questions, but we continue to trust in the Lord. He has been faithful and will continue to be so as we move ahead on our adoption journey.
In closing we have chosen not to share anything with our boys, until we know that exact date we will get to meet our sweet girl.
Please join us in praying for "S" and that the Lord would take care of every detail as we prepare to bring her home.
However...
Yesterday I received an email that M's placement with us was being delayed due to the assessment of the relatives, so now they hoped to get back to us in a couple weeks with more information. My heart was disappointed and sad. I began to journal and pour my heart out to the Lord. Asking Him to give me His peace and to remind me He is in absolute control. I prayed I would be filled completely with His joy and not allow circumstances to take that away. It was a sweet time.
The day continued...
About an hour later I received another email, this time from the case workers for "S". Attached was a general profile about her and that they were hoping to have her placed with a family by mid November. Yes... we now received more information, but we still had no idea if we had been chosen for her or if we still needed to go through the interview process. Our social worker commented in the email she would call us later in the day. I again spent time with the Lord praying for direction. My mind was everywhere.
The day continued...
Our social worker called in the evening and asked what we thought as we read the additional information on "S". I shared we were excited and trusting God would show us the path in which He would call us to pursue (M or S). I then asked her, now that we have more information on "S" where do we stand and what does it all really mean. She said that's why I called and began to share that our family had been chosen for "S" and that they are ready to place her! Then she asked the question we had been dreaming of... Are you willing? My mind wanted to explode... she continued to share with me more details, but to sum it all up, we said Yes! We have prayed and asked the Lord to make it clear and He was faithful to do so.
Here is what we know...
At the end of this week we are suppose to receive S's complete profile and pictures :) and then next week we will meet with S's social worker to discuss the plan for her transition to move to our home. There target date is to have her placed with us by mid November. My heart is filled with every possible emotion from... pure excitement... to fear... what if for some unforeseen reason it doesn't happen.
There are still so many unanswered questions, but we continue to trust in the Lord. He has been faithful and will continue to be so as we move ahead on our adoption journey.
In closing we have chosen not to share anything with our boys, until we know that exact date we will get to meet our sweet girl.
Please join us in praying for "S" and that the Lord would take care of every detail as we prepare to bring her home.
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
Can we take both...
When Joel and I had the meeting about "M" last week, we were reminded by our social worker that we could still be called in regards to other children as we wait to see what would take place with "M". He shared that they have had families waiting on one child and the Lord brings another along and that ends up being the child for their family. So as we drove home Joel and I talked about how we were open to receiving any other calls if that would be what the Lord had.
Well yesterday it happened..
Just as I finished reading the email about "M" my cell phone rang and it was our agency with another call. This time about a sweet 2 year old little girl named "S". Joel's response to the news, "Can't we take both?" I love his heart as he waits for his daughter. So we said yes to having our home study submitted for her too. We no little information about "S", but are excited to hear more as the week continues. Though we have been chosen for "M", there is still family pending so their is no guarantee... we will continue to walk through any doors the Lord opens up for us.
My heart is so excited today!
"We can make our plans, but the Lord determines our steps." Proverbs 16:9
Well yesterday it happened..
Just as I finished reading the email about "M" my cell phone rang and it was our agency with another call. This time about a sweet 2 year old little girl named "S". Joel's response to the news, "Can't we take both?" I love his heart as he waits for his daughter. So we said yes to having our home study submitted for her too. We no little information about "S", but are excited to hear more as the week continues. Though we have been chosen for "M", there is still family pending so their is no guarantee... we will continue to walk through any doors the Lord opens up for us.
My heart is so excited today!
"We can make our plans, but the Lord determines our steps." Proverbs 16:9
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Be anxious for nothing...
This past weekend in church I was definitely challenged and convicted that my family and the adoption of our future daughter had slipped into the number one position of my life. What joy I had standing with Joel and sticking it to the cross on Saturday night. Allowing my Jesus to move back to number one and laying my sweet family back into His hands. Joel, Gavin, Merek, Eiler and baby girl are His... and what a gift God has given to me!
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition,
with thanksgiving, present your requests be known to God. And the peace of God,
which surpasses all understanding will guard your
hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." Phil. 4:6-7
with thanksgiving, present your requests be known to God. And the peace of God,
which surpasses all understanding will guard your
hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." Phil. 4:6-7
Our "M" update:
We received the information today that we are the chosen family for M "IF" the relatives do not work out. The assessment of the family will take place over the next week or so...
Please pray with us as we continue to wait on the Lord!!!
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
The Lord's plan is not always easy, but it is always right!
Today finally came...
Joel and I began our morning out to breakfast. We had so much fun being together, laughing and sharing our hearts.
When we got home, Joel showed me the most amazing video that he had just received in an email... With tears running down my face I was reminded of exactly why we are doing what we are doing and that every bit of this word "waiting" that is so challenging is WORTH IT. We are where we are because of you Sweet Jesus. Every one of these precious children belong to you...
Joel and I began our morning out to breakfast. We had so much fun being together, laughing and sharing our hearts.
When we got home, Joel showed me the most amazing video that he had just received in an email... With tears running down my face I was reminded of exactly why we are doing what we are doing and that every bit of this word "waiting" that is so challenging is WORTH IT. We are where we are because of you Sweet Jesus. Every one of these precious children belong to you...
Here is the link to the video if you have about 8 minutes to see a church making a difference.
In the afternoon we had our meeting with M's social worker and county worker. What an interesting place to be sharing about yourself and your family as they quietly listen, take notes and highlight what's been said. We have met with numerous people this past year and answered hundreds of questions about our family, but nothing compared to this experience. The best part was we were given a beautiful opportunity to share our faith with these ladies and to give God the glory for the work He is doing in our family. It was awesome! We were also able to receive quite a bit more information on sweet "M" and ask a lot of questions.
However, the wait continues...
During the past week two possible relatives have come forth with an interest for "M", so they will assess them first. Then after all assessments, meeting with us and meeting with the other family they will make their decision. They estimated that they will get back to us in about 3 weeks. Joel and I left the meeting with great peace. We felt everyone's prayers! The Lord's plan is not ALWAYS EASY, but it is ALWAYS RIGHT! He has called us to adopt and He will be faithful to carry us through. We continue on our journey knowing He is in complete control...
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