tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-83094049092683994912024-02-01T21:38:23.461-08:00The Boone Family's Adoption JourneyThe Boone Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14878433920632290487noreply@blogger.comBlogger29125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8309404909268399491.post-49606466041597941302013-10-19T01:58:00.000-07:002013-10-19T02:36:29.670-07:006 Months Together as a Family of 8!Six months ago Joel and I said "yes" to a phone call that forever changed our family... again. We had no clue what saying "yes" really meant, but we knew clearly that we were being obedient to The Lord.<br />
The past 6 months have been challenging emotionally and physically, but The Lord has been faithful to give me His strength each day. Court dates, weekly visits with Mom, social workers, attorneys etc... The Lord has (and is) taking me on a journey I would of said I could never do. I have fallen in love with a little girl who I might not get to be "Mom" to forever. However, each challenge, the chaos, my fears and every tear cried have been worth it! We have watched our baby girl transform. We have had the joy to watch her take her first steps, say her first words, learn to smile, laugh, have sass and sparkle. She is full of personality, she is stubborn, she is determined, she is happy, she is cuddly, she loves to play outside, she loves animals, she loves dirt and her and Cian are best buddies!<br />
We continue to journey thru the emotional roller coaster of the reunification process. At this point we know 2 things: we get to love and care for our sweet baby girl until at least January 2014 (when we have our next court date) and that if she becomes adoptable, we get too! I'm so thankful and excited that she will be with us for the holidays! It's going to be one fun and crazy Christmas!<br />
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Fun memories we've shared as a family of 8 so far:<br />
Camping, twice<br />
Water-slides<br />
Bike rides<br />
Hume Lake<br />
Being asked.. Are they twins?<br />
Being asked... Are they all yours? (Gavin's favorite)<br />
Celebrating Cian's 1st birthday (10/8) and our baby girl's 1 1/2 birthday (10/6) together.<br />
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But by far the most amazing thing has been watching the boys and Savannah fall in love with her (and her with them). I'm reminded daily how God has given my kids unique hearts. It's been a huge adjustment with 2 babies<br />
and it has required a lot of their help. They continue to do it willingly and with happy hearts! Their attitudes are an encouragement to me.<br />
After Cian was born Merek told me Cian needed a buddy. I was quick to respond, "That's not going to happen! Don't you think 5 is enough?"<br />
At dinner this past week, Merek reminded me of that conversation and He said "Mom did I tell you I prayed for that? I just had no idea God was going to answer it like He did. I love being a big family." These are the moments that I know our family is right smack in the middle of the Lord's plan! Our house is crazy, our car is squished, our presence is very noticeable where-ever we go and our Costco bill is outrageous, but we are a Forever Family!<br />
Thanks for continuing to pray for us!<br />
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<br />The Boone Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14878433920632290487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8309404909268399491.post-11077398305202614502013-05-20T23:15:00.002-07:002013-05-21T08:52:31.091-07:00The Lord reminds us again, Our plans are not His plans...I had to smile at my last post which was over a year ago... baby #5, the shock and the anticipation that awaited!<br />
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Well, our precious boy Cian Christopher arrived on October 8, 2012 and he arrived VERY quickly. We walked in the hospital doors and we welcomed him into this world 20 minutes later! <br />
We are so thankful that God's plan was different then our plan because for the last 7 months Cian has brought us nothing but joy! He is the happiest, easy going baby with the most contagious smile. Our family can't imagine life without this little guy.<br />
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And once again His plans were not our plans...<br />
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The Lord made it very clear that He was growing our family again!<br />
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The morning began as usual, the kids headed off to school and Joel headed off to work. I sat down to feed Cian and read <u>Jesus Calling</u>. This is what the Lord brought my attention too...<br />
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"Don't let unexpected events throw you off course. Rather, respond calmly and confidently, remembering that I am with you."<br />
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I sent it to Joel in a text as I knew he had a full day and I thought, wow Lord this is great encouragement for his day. When I had finished, Cian had fallen asleep in my arms and I decided I was just going to cuddle and enjoy him. Two hours later we woke up! Shortly after our nap we headed out to pick Savannah up from school and continue about our day.. lunch, dishes, laundry, etc.<br />
Then my phone rang with a very, very unexpected phone call from Koinonia (the agency we went through to adopt Savannah). We hadn't pursued adding to our family again through adoption or as many have asked, "Had our name on a list:)"<br />
When I answered, they proceeded to tell me that they had a 12 month old little girl to place right away and no homes available to take her too. They asked if we could take her? In complete shock I asked to call Joel. She said yes, but that I needed to get back to her right away.<br />
I hung up and quickly prayed Lord I need two things, I need clarity quick and I need Joel to answer his phone. I knew Joel was in a meeting which often means he doesn't have his phone with him. I called and he didn't answer, so I sent him the emergency call me ASAP text!<br />
Sure enough he called back quickly and I told him about the call. His response was "Sarah you are telling me there is a little girl that needs some where to sleep, why wouldn't we take her?" God answered my prayers within minutes. Joel answered his phone and Joel's response was complete clarity. I called our agency back and said yes. They let me know that a social worker would call me and get me details. I hung up and was speechless. Then God reminded me of my morning devotion...<br />
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(He had prepared me that morning for what would take place in the afternoon and I had rested and snuggled my little guy. What a gift!)</div>
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Within just a few minutes the social worker called and she was on her way to our house. From the phone call to the arrival of this sweet little girl was 45 minutes. The social worker was at the house for a very brief moment and then she was on her way. As I closed the front door I had Cian on one side and this precious baby on the other, I just stood there thinking now what do I do? All she had was a blanket.</div>
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Calmly and confidently Sarah!</div>
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I was able to get a friend to bring my boys home from school, as I didn't have a car seat and Savannah was all about a girl playmate. Then within 24 hours we were able to get all that we needed... diapers, bottles, car seat, clothes, etc...</div>
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Well, it has been over a month now that we have been blessed to have this sweet little one in our family. It has been CRAZY with 2 babies (her and Cian are 6 months apart) and 6 kids!!! However, The Lord has surrounded us with amazing people to love and support us during this transition. </div>
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But the most amazing thing has been to watch our kids welcome her in, love her and help care for her. God has given our kids unique hearts and that is why He knew we could be a big family. Crazy is probably an understatement to how some of our days have gone, but the comments from the kids have been "we love her and we want her to stay" and Savannah loves having a buddy in her room! </div>
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Please pray for us!<br />
Please pray for Our newest little one!<br />
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We have no idea yet what all is ahead. We begin each day thankful to have her another day and as apart of our family. We are bonding more and more together and our love for her is growing greater and greater, which means the more attached we are all becoming the more difficult it will be if we have to say goodbye. We said yes without a clue of a time frame or details and a month later we really don't know anymore. </div>
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We trust in the Lord's plan for His daughter! She is His and we have been given the amazing blessing to care for her at this time. My prayer is that she would know Jesus' love for her, even at this young age through our family! Would Joel and I honor The Lord and bring Him glory as we love the 6 beautiful kids he has entrusted to us!</div>
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<br />The Boone Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14878433920632290487noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8309404909268399491.post-18226326816311737452012-02-23T21:32:00.001-08:002012-02-23T21:38:18.305-08:00Our Unexpected gift...I thought that I had finished blogging about our growing family, but God had a different plan.<br />
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We are expecting baby #5!!!<br />
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Here is our miracle baby's story:<br />
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These past few weeks I haven't been feeling well and really couldn't figure out why I couldn't kick the nauseous feeling. I just kept thinking maybe it is exhaustion. Then, over this past weekend it seemed to get worse and I started to have pregnancy thoughts. However, I new this wasn't possible as I had surgery last April to close my tubes. In July an x-ray was performed and the surgery was confirmed successful. Finally, Monday afternoon I decided I just needed to rule it out. I couldn't believe what I saw when I read the test. The shock, the tears, 5 kids, starting over and you have got to be kidding me were my first reactions. Fortunately, Joel is amazing and could help me calm down. After the panic came the worry. If I am really pregnant is the baby ok? I didn't sleep well that night and prayed and prayed that I could get in to the doctor in the morning.<br />
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Fortunately, the Doctor's office did call me back Tuesday morning and got me an appointment in the afternoon. They were also in shock for us and wanted to make sure everything was ok.<br />
Tuesday my heart was heavy and I was blessed by this quote that was sent to me...<br />
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"Trust and thankfulness will get you safely through this day. Focus on Me, entrusting your concerns into My care."<br />
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When the Doctor (the very one that confirmed my surgery successful) came in the room I could tell he was hesitant not knowing what to expect from us. Joel and I were smiling and laughing, so he quickly relaxed and these were his first words...<br />
"Congratulations you are our first failure!"<br />
All Joel and I could do was laugh. <br />
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He proceeded with a sonogram and right away there was our baby, right in the correct place. I felt so thankful... and then we heard the heart beat. There was our unexpected gift! I really was pregnant again. I am 7 weeks due October 10th.<br />
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Our family is very excited and though this is definitely a life changer, we know it is a blessing from The Lord!<br />
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We would totally appreciate your prayers:<br />
For a healthy baby and pregnancy<br />
For me to not be fearful and to have strength each day as I am not feel well<br />
For Joel as he has a very full plate (preparing for Mexico) and now I'm not 100%<br />
For our sweet kids to have patience as they are so very excited<br />
For peace as we adjust and plan for the arrival of our baby<br />
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"Give all your worries and cares to God, for He cares about you" 1 Peter 5:7<br />
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Thank you again for being apart of our journey as we go from a Forever Family of 6 to a Forever Family of 7!<br />
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</div>The Boone Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14878433920632290487noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8309404909268399491.post-36732584309783297662012-01-16T21:16:00.000-08:002012-01-16T21:39:22.568-08:00Memories...We are excited to share the amazing pictures that Grover Style Photography <a href="http://www.groverstyle.com/">http://www.groverstyle.com/</a> captured of our adoption celebration at the court house. Thank you so much Amber for using the talents the Lord has given to you to bless our family with an incredible gift. <br />
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Password is: Savannah (make sure the "S" is capitalized)<br />
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Love The Boone Family... our adoption journey is finished!The Boone Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14878433920632290487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8309404909268399491.post-69908901387124936802012-01-13T20:36:00.000-08:002012-01-16T21:40:33.273-08:00887 days... WE ARE FINAL!!!Our adoption journey began August 5, 2009...<br />
Our paperwork was completed August 10, 2010...<br />
We got the call for Savannah October 13, 2010...<br />
We met Savannah "our sweet girl" on November 1, 2010...<br />
Savannah came home on November 5, 2010...<br />
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Monday, January 9, 2012 all 6 of us sat in court together, surrounded by family and friends as we signed our final paper and heard the greatest words come from the judge's mouth,<br />
"Savannah is officially yours!"<br />
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Enjoy our video of this amazing moment captured by our close friend<br />
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<a href="http://vimeo.com/34807611">Boone Family Adoption Hearing on Vimeo</a><br />
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As I walked out of the courtroom, I held my daughter's hand tighter then ever! The fears were gone, the what ifs disappeared and I looked her in the eyes and with absolute certainty I told her.. I am your FOREVER Mommy and you are FOREVER my Savannah Joy Boone! It was amazing!<br />
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We celebrated after at IHop for breakfast and then headed home to decorate for her adoption party. It was a "Sweet Love" theme with a picture timeline of her last fourteen months with us, as well as a candy buffet and cake pops! She was beyond excited.<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Her birth certificate reads:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Savannah Joy Boone</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Name of Father: Joel Boone</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Name of Mother: Sarah Boone</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Lord has been faithful to complete our family in a beautiful way and I wouldn't trade any of the 887 days!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We couldn't imagine our family any other way!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Thank you for all your prayers, encouragement, hugs and celebration you have shared with our family as we walked through our journey of adoption.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div>The Boone Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14878433920632290487noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8309404909268399491.post-29083272170012140302011-12-31T01:37:00.000-08:002012-01-13T19:40:56.483-08:00Court Date!!!The first couple weeks of December were a roller coaster of emotions for me. We were told that "the" papers we signed would be filed with the court the first week of December and then our finalization court date would be a week or two after. Everything was to be done in December. I was so excited and SO ready!! It has been a long and emotional 14 month pregnancy/labor and I was ready for the delivery:)...<br />
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Unfortunately, everything didn't go as planned. "The" papers took longer and then "the"papers took longer and then there was one paper missing... I am really done with papers! <br />
We were now waiting for one last paper from the county Savannah previously lived in and they hoped to release it to our social worker by December 13th... hoped... ugh...<br />
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I found myself extremely anxious, frustrated, discouraged and bitter. I didn't want to wait anymore. I wanted to drive and release the paper myself. I had a plan and it wasn't happening. I didn't like that and I didn't understand why. I am thankful for my sweet hubby, friends and family that listened to me, prayed for me and reminded me that the Lord was in control and that His plan was the greatest even if I couldn't see it. Each morning I would ask the Lord for patience, some days were better then others and some days I had to ask a 100 times. I began to feel His peace and release my plans.<br />
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On Friday December 9th I got the call that "the" paper had been released (music to my ears), but it couldn't be faxed, it would be mailed. Ahhh... really? Ok, I could do this.. waiting that's what I do. I was told that by the middle of the next week everything would be filed. I was praying for a miracle, that "the" papers would be ready Monday and that there would be one more court date available in December.<br />
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SURPRISE... Monday morning (December 12th) we got the call that "the" papers were here! Our Lord is amazing! "The" papers were being hand delivered to the court to be filed and I would receive a phone call in the afternoon with our court date. I knew chances of a December court date were slim and I was prepared to hear January, but I was still praying.<br />
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Around 2:00 our social worker called with the date...<br />
January 9th!!!<br />
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The Lord chose not to answer my prayer for December, but finally WE HAD A DATE! I was thankful for His peace.. it was filling my heart and I wasn't disappointed. He answered my prayer for "the" papers to arrive on Monday and I didn't want to forget that! Finally, we had an end date to all of our waiting!<br />
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Our 2-1/2 year adoption journey will come to an end in 10 days.. what a journey it has been..<br />
from Day 1 till Day 887 we have experienced every possible emotion, but through it all we have experienced the Lord's perfect plan in bringing our daughter home. Thank you for all of your prayers... what a blessing they have been to Our Forever Family!<br />
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Now it's time to plan our Adoption Day Party!!The Boone Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14878433920632290487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8309404909268399491.post-82995852640116988972011-12-30T23:49:00.000-08:002011-12-31T01:44:16.808-08:00Our Family 3K Fun Run<div style="font: 16.0px Times; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;">Our Adoption Signing celebration continued...</div><div style="font: 16.0px Times; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><br />
</div><div style="font: 16.0px Times; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;">Just an hour after signing "the" papers, we headed down to Monterey and Pacific Grove for a night away and to participate in a 3k Family Fun Run for Atheletes for Adoption. When we arrived in town, we went to Chili's for dinner and were joined by my parents, Joel's parents, my brother's family and Joel's brothers family. It was so fun to all be together for my birthday meal! After dinner we all headed back to our hotel in Pacific Grove and tucked into bed.</div><div style="font: 16.0px Times; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><br />
</div><div style="font: 16.0px Times; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;">Saturday morning was the 3K Run. We had so much fun getting ready. The kids were so excited to put on their AFA shirts and bib numbers. They were ready for the race. As we walked down to the start line (all 17 of us) the day was beautiful, there were lots of people and so much excitement. </div><div style="font: 16.0px Times; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><br />
We arrived at the start line a few minutes early so we got to talk with other families that were there running for athletes for adoption as well as take lots of pictures. At the 5 minute warning they played the National Anthem. As I stood there listening to the song and looking around at the 17 family members there with me, my eyes filled with tears. Today my family joined with me in my passion for adoption and my daughter's journey. They booked hotels, paid race registration fees, drove hours and set aside time in their schedules to be here with us.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 16px;"> </span> I had never felt so supported and loved. It was overwhelmingly awesome! My family rocks! </div><div style="font: 16.0px Times; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><br />
The gun fired and the race began... </div><div style="font: 16.0px Times; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;">and for us it wasn't about the race but about the fun. We ran for about 1 minute then chased, played, laughed, walked and talked all along the ocean. It was such an amazing hour. Yes, it took our family just over one hour to go 2 miles, but we finished! I think we literally were the second to last group. However, that hour will forever be a sweet memory. Our families had the best conversations over those 2 miles and my heart was so happy watching all the kids play together. I am so thankful it took as long as it did!</div><div style="font: 16.0px Times; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><br />
</div><div style="font: 16.0px Times; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;">Thank You, Thank You, Thank You to our friends and family that sponsored us for the run!</div><div style="font: 16.0px Times; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;">We raised $500 for God's Grace Adoption Ministries which will help bring children home to their forever families! </div><div style="font: 16.0px Times; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;">Also our family won for greatest family participation for The Athletes for Adoption Team</div><div style="font: 16.0px Times; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><a href="http://athletesforadoption.org/twitter/705/">http://athletesforadoption.org/twitter/705/</a> (click for photo)</div><div style="font: 16.0px Times; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><br />
</div><div style="font: 16.0px Times; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;">Add Todd and Tatyana's daughter, Katya got youngest participant</div><div style="font: 16.0px Times; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><a href="http://athletesforadoption.org/twitter/703/">http://athletesforadoption.org/twitter/703/</a> (click for photo)</div><div style="font: 16.0px Times; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><br />
</div><div style="font: 16.0px Times; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;">A Burden Lifted...</div><div style="font: 16.0px Times; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;">We were always told that Savannah was here to stay, she wasn't going any where and that no one would move her... but it wasn't till after signing "the" papers that I realized I had those thoughts in the back of my mind. As I look at my precious daughter, I realized that burden had been lifted and I could squeeze her that much tighter. We are one step away from officially knowing that no one could ever take her from us. I can't wait for her Adoption Day!!!<br />
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</div><div style="font: 16.0px Times; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;">Please join with us in prayer as we wait again for our court date...</div>The Boone Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14878433920632290487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8309404909268399491.post-68494368791943072092011-12-30T23:13:00.000-08:002011-12-30T23:13:42.666-08:00Happy 31st Birthday...November 18th was finally here... I couldn't wait for this day, yet I had guarded myself just in case it didn't happen. Obviously the day would happen, as well as my birthday, but I was anxious for us to sign Savannah's adoption papers. However, knowing that it could quite possibly be postponed, I tried once again to not have high expectations... knowing I would ball my eyes out if the date was moved. Right at noon our social worker arrived, so we were yet another step closer. I kept my phone close just in case Savannah's social worker got lost or needed anything and then about 12:15 she arrived! I think I could of hugged her forever (she had the papers we needed to sign). As she came in she said, "There is just one problem, I made a mistake..." at these words my heart dropped to the floor and I could almost feel the instant tears, "I forgot a blue and black pen", ohh huge relief, I had plenty of those to share. We all gathered around our dining room table as she explained each paper in this massive book (basically Savannah's life story before our home). I couldn't stop looking at the cover. It was the first time we saw her forever name on an official document. It was beautiful! We had a signing party as all four of us passed papers around placing our signatures in all the right places. Savannah sat right on my lap as she was so happy for Mommy and Daddy to be signing her forever and ever I will never have to move again papers. The process took about 45 minutes and we thanked the social workers for all they had done and then they were on their way to there next appointments. As the door closed all I could do was smile. I felt so giddy. We were no longer Savannah's foster parents. We had signed the papers to officially be her forever Mommy and Daddy.<br />
We were finally in adoption placement!! It was the best birthday present ever!! The Lord had answered my prayer!!<br />
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We took the kids out for a very special "fancy" dinner at Dewz and we had the most incredible time. Sometimes, I find myself leery of having expectations for special moments so that I am not disappointed, but last night couldn't of been more beautiful. All 4 kids were so well behaved and loved choosing fancy appetizers, really yummy big kid dinners (prime rib), and huge desserts. Joel and I felt so blessed to be able to have a night to spoil the family. <br />
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While we were at dinner Joel asked each one of our children to share special moments that they remember from this past year... Here is a glimpse<br />
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Gavin- Seeing sissy for the first time, Wagon Train Summer Camp and camping with our friends The McCay's and The Vasquez's<br />
Merek- Discovery Kingdom, that sissy got to go to the Beach House and The Boardwalk for the first time (our annual vacation of many years) and bobbing for apples<br />
Eiler- The Hoe Down and Camping<br />
Savannah- Disneyland with Daddy and Our Family Birthday<br />
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Our evening ended with picking up our "race" shirts for Athletes for Adoption, so that we could wear them today in support of Orphan Sunday. We were one "Big Red" family at church today and we look forward to doing our Family 3K run on November 19th in Monterey. I am so excited that my parents, my brother's family, Joel's parents and possibly Joel's brother Todd's family will be joining us in the race! We are thankful we can join with others in raising money for God's Grace Adoption Ministry so families can receive financial assistance for adoption expenses and children be united with their Forever Families!<br />
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Here is a link if you are interested in sponsoring our family in the 3K Run<br />
<a href="http://www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/boonefamily/bigsur?fge=ask">http://www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/boonefamily/bigsur?fge=ask</a><br />
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and a link to Athlete's for Adoption<br />
<a href="http://athletesforadoption.org/">http://athletesforadoption.org/</a><br />
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as well as a link to God's Grace Adoption Ministry<br />
<a href="http://ggam.org/">http://ggam.org/</a><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNtG-jk2ip58M34z138rnR_WM4YXQts0yMEzxqrbaof_DmUsHookfrB_q0V1hn9anwXZtfwPvt4RaTwfynQRA4HnZl6DHKg7zjmBi_VvS9RUAXqpVXinxVmD0vPvMIr9_aleYVM2LPhyE/s1600/SAM_1779.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNtG-jk2ip58M34z138rnR_WM4YXQts0yMEzxqrbaof_DmUsHookfrB_q0V1hn9anwXZtfwPvt4RaTwfynQRA4HnZl6DHKg7zjmBi_VvS9RUAXqpVXinxVmD0vPvMIr9_aleYVM2LPhyE/s320/SAM_1779.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>When I think of last night, I smile...<br />
I am thankful that the Lord has given me the opportunity to be a Mom to 4 precious children. May I bring the Lord honor and glory and would He find me faithful as I raise them.The Boone Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14878433920632290487noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8309404909268399491.post-1853462164662501812011-10-31T14:16:00.000-07:002011-11-01T19:56:53.292-07:00365 days together...<div style="font: 16.0px Times; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">I was so nervous and so excited.. my stomach hurt. I was going to see you, my precious daughter for the very first time. However, this journey was different. You were 2 years old and I was a complete stranger. I would take you away from everything familiar and comfortable and share with you how I was going to be your FOREVER Mommy! This was a day I had dreamed about, prayed about and thought often about over the past year and a half. I couldn't wait to see your face, to hold you, to kiss you, to cuddle you and to hear your voice. Yet, would you want that? As we approached your house I began to pray with Daddy, asking the Lord Jesus to prepare your heart. I prayed he would give us favor in your eyes and that you would feel safe and know you were loved.</span><br />
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</span></div><div style="font: 16.0px Times; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">I'll never forget the moment the door opened and I finally saw you for the very first time... You didn't know who I was, but I knew you were my baby girl! Daddy and I got to spend about an hour with you and we played legos, gave you a book filled with pictures of us, brothers, your new house and your new room. Your favorite picture was of the backyard, you loved the slide. I remember when I got to pick you up for the first time to help you wash your hands, I got to hold you! It was quick, but it was amazing! Before we had to leave that night, we gave you your pink bear from brothers and your blankey. You cried as we left. My heart hurt because I knew you didn't understand, but we reassured you we would be back tomorrow. When Daddy and I closed the door my heart was sad, the good-bye was difficult and I wasn't prepared, but then I realized God had answered my prayer. We had found favor in your eyes!</span><br />
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</span></div><div style="font: 16.0px Times; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">The next five days were unforgettable and emotionally exhausting. Each day we were able to spend more and more time with you. The good-byes never got easier and when I woke up Friday morning.. I thanked Jesus that I would no longer have to tell you good-bye and tonight we would tuck you in to your new bed!</span><br />
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</span></div><div style="font: 16.0px Times; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">You have been home for 365 days!! I can't imagine life without you!! We have had a year of lots of firsts and new beginnings. I am so thankful God created you Savannah. I love you so much. Your sparkling blue eyes, adventurous personality, love for shoes, jewelry and the color pink brings joy to each day.</span><br />
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</span></div><div style="font: 16.0px Times; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Mommy continues to pray daily for wisdom as I raise you. I pray that I would encourage you and grow you in the gifts and talents that Lord has given you. I pray that you would trust and follow Jesus each and everyday of your life. I pray that you would know that you are not here by chance, but made by God, the creator of everything. He formed everything about you and knows the exact number of hairs on your head. You are the daughter of the King!</span></div><div style="font: 16.0px Times; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 19.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"></span></div><div style="color: magenta; font: 12.0px Verdana; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><u>More Beautiful You</u></span><br />
<span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">By: Jonny Diaz</span><br />
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Little girl fourteen flipping through a magazine<br />
Says she wants to look that way<br />
But her hair isn't straight, her body isn't fake<br />
And she's always felt overweight<br />
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Well, little girl fourteen I wish that you could see<br />
That beauty is within your heart<br />
And you were made with such care, your skin, your body and your hair<br />
Are perfect just the way they are<br />
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There could never be a more beautiful you<br />
Don't buy the lies, disguises and hoops, they make you jump through<br />
You were made to fill a purpose that only you could do<br />
So there could never be a more beautiful you<br />
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Little girl twenty one the things that you've already done<br />
Anything to get ahead<br />
And you say you've got a man but He's got another plan<br />
Only wants what you will do instead<br />
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Well, little girl twenty one you never thought that this would come<br />
You starve yourself to play the part<br />
But I can promise you there's a man whose love is true<br />
And He'll treat you like the jewel you are<br />
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So turn around you're not too far<br />
To back away be who you are<br />
To change your path go another way<br />
It's not too late, you can be saved<br />
If you feel depressed with past regrets<br />
The shameful nights hope to forget<br />
Can disappear, they can all be washed away<br />
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By the one who's strong, can right your wrongs<br />
Can rid your fears dry, all your tears<br />
And change the way you look at this big world<br />
He will take your dark distorted view<br />
And with His light, He will show you truth<br />
And again you'll see through the eyes of a little girl<br />
That there could never be a more beautiful you<br />
Don't buy the lies, disguises and hoops, they make you jump through<br />
You were made to fill a purpose that only you could do<br />
So there could never be a more beautiful you<br />
There could never be a more beautiful you</span></div><div style="font: 16.0px Times; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; min-height: 19.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"></span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Verdana; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;">You were made to fill a purpose that only you could do, so there could never be a more beautiful you...</div><div style="font: 12.0px Verdana; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">I love you Savannah!!</span><br />
<span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Update:</span><br />
The plan is still to sign for adoption on November 18th... please pray with us that it will take place</div><div><span style="letter-spacing: 0px;"><br />
</span></div>The Boone Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14878433920632290487noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8309404909268399491.post-73269648970135644132011-10-05T23:47:00.000-07:002011-10-06T00:13:19.919-07:00Remembering October 2010One year ago...<br />
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October 6, 2010 our family was the chosen family for a 4 month baby girl. Although we were chosen, we were having to wait while the social workers completed ruling out all possible family members before she could be moved to our home. <br />
The wait was so hard.<br />
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One week later...<br />
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October 13, 2010 we received a 2nd call, this time for a two year old little girl. I was blown away! I couldn't believe we were called for another girl! Oh, how our hearts wanted to bring home both girls, but we were told that wasn't an option. My mind was everywhere.. so I began praying, praying, and praying some more asking the Lord to show us, which little girl was the one he had created to be our forever daughter. We did not want to have to chose!<br />
And with the second call, came more waiting.<br />
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5 days later...<br />
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October 18, 2010 we received an email that the 4 month old baby girl's placement was being delayed and that we would receive more information in a couple weeks. I was sad and disappointed. I was so ready to bring my daughter home. One hour later I received another email, this time from the case workers of the 2 year old little girl. In the email there was a general profile about her and that they would call us in the afternoon.<br />
At 5:00pm on October 18th the Lord answered our prayer.. He chose for us! We were called by our social worker, told we were chosen for the 2 year old little girl and that they were ready to begin the transition of her moving to her forever family! We had yet to see her face, but we knew this was our daughter, the one we had prayed for every night for over a year. This day I will never forget! <br />
And then again we waited.<br />
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October 21, 2010 we saw a picture our daughter's face for the first time!!<br />
more waiting.<br />
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October 27, 2010 we found out we would meet our daughter in 5 days!! Finally, we would hold our sweet girl!!<br />
more waiting.<br />
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November 1, 2010 we held our sweet daughter Savannah for the first time!! Joel and I were so filled with joy as we looked into her beautiful blue eyes. It was a very special day!<br />
We couldn't wait to bring her home. <br />
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November 5, 2010 WE ARE A FOREVER FAMILY OF 6 AND OUR DAUGHTER IS HOME!!!!<br />
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October 2011<br />
Where are we now... WAITING<br />
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We are waiting for Savannah's adoption to be finalized. Just last week, we were given a date to sign the adoption papers, which is November 18th (My birthday, the best gift ever!). Then we have been told that the paperwork will be turned into the court and within 4-8 weeks we can call for a finalization date. We are so ready to officially and forever be the parents of our precious blessing Savannah Joy Boone. <br />
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Please pray that there won't be a delay in signing the papers on November 18th and that the paperwork will process smoothly and quickly. My heart desires and dreams that by the end of 2011 it will be final.<br />
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Waiting... not my gift:) and though moments have seemed like an eternity I can't believe all that has taken place this past year. Our God is Amazing and my eyes are teary as I remember it all!<br />
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The Lord brought our daughter home quickly!<br />
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Thank you so much for all your faithful prayers!!The Boone Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14878433920632290487noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8309404909268399491.post-3567041770688619232011-06-16T22:07:00.000-07:002011-06-16T22:07:40.976-07:001 Year ago today...June 16, 2010<br />
Our family was blown away by the overwhelming support and financial blessings of our adoption yard sale. All the items sold were donated by over 25 families to help us offset the cost of the future adoption of our daughter. Our boys were proud and very excited selling cookies for their future sister. It was a beautiful day in our journey, reminding us that when God calls us to something.. He is FAITHFUL to provide!!<br />
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My journal entry that evening...<br />
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Lord the Yard Sale was amazing, hard work and fun! Thank you for the many who donated to, helped at, came by and prayed for this day. We were blown away at the financial blessings and our adoption costs are covered! Lord I look forward to preparing the room for our sweet daughter. Only you know who she is. I smile when I think about meeting her and holding her. I wait anxiously and patiently, knowing your timing is perfect. Lord continue to grow my love, Joel's love and our boys love for her, even though we've never met her. We can't wait to know her name, her age, her appearance.. to welcome her home to her forever family. <br />
Sweet girl I love you. I can't wait to hold you, meet you, hug you and kiss you. Sweet girl, Jesus loves you, you are his daughter "the daughter of the king" and I am so ready to bring you home. A purple room will be ready just for you.<br />
Lord whisper in my daughter's ear tonight, "Goodnight, Mommy loves you!"<br />
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One year later...<br />
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June 16, 2011<br />
Our daughter has been home 7 months and 11 days... our family of 6 complete!<br />
Today you swam, swam some more and then some more. You love the water, you love to wear your pink tutu swim suit and you won't let Mommy forget to put in the pink bow too.<br />
You love to dress girlie and then get dirty.<br />
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Tonight I watched you proudly as you tip toed off with your precious smile to go on stage to practice your ballet routine for your recital Saturday. You are absolutely adorable in your purple ballerina princess dress. You are my beautiful little girl!<br />
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Just moments ago, I got to sing with you "Jesus Loves Me", give you your blankey, pray with you, kiss you and whisper in your ear "Goodnight, Mommy Loves You." One year ago today, it was just a dream.<br />
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As I read my journal entry from one year ago, I am again reminded that not only was the Lord faithful financially, but most importantly in bringing our Sweet Savannah home. We are so in love with our daughter/sister. Everyday we grow closer together as a Forever Family!!!<br />
Special Memories we have had over the last couple months:<br />
Family pictures<br />
Easter<br />
Savannah meeting all the family<br />
The Cinderella Show<br />
The Beach<br />
Camping<br />
DisneyLand (A Daddy-Daughter Date)<br />
Girls Day with cousin Paige<br />
Watching Savannah learn about Jesus<br />
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Thank you for continuing to pray for our family. We look forward to the "Official Day" Savannah will be forever ours.. we are praying we will be able to finalize before the end of 2011.The Boone Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14878433920632290487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8309404909268399491.post-30572100410911341602010-12-29T22:38:00.000-08:002010-12-29T23:40:25.821-08:00Joy and FaithfulnessWell stopping to write isn't as easy with 4 children. It's amazing how adding 1 more can make such a difference. Joel and I feel like we have quite the entourage everywhere we go, but love it. Each one of our sweet kids bring us "joy" and so has the last 54 days as a family of 6. Joy has been the word that has been brought to our hearts over and over as we have journeyed through becoming a family of 6 and soon will be our sweet girl's middle name... Savannah Joy Boone. As I reflect on the month of December I am reminded again of the Lord's faithfulness.<br />
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December Memories...<br />
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Savannah was officially freed for adoption on December 13! Forever and ever she will be ours, but her official adoption finalization date will be sometime in the summer. Looking forward to that celebration...<br />
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Decorating for Christmas was extra special this year. Savannah glowed as we hung Christmas lights, put the blow ups on the front lawn, hung stockings (this year we added a pink one), and decorated the Christmas Tree. She loved the tree!!! All four kids put on all the ornaments and I restrained myself from adjusting any of them. Every ornament hung where a sweet hand placed it. Some branches had up to 4 ornaments! It was beautiful! We also enjoyed cookie baking, gingerbread house decorating, the Nutcracker (Savannah couldn't stop talking about the ballerina's), present making, angel tree, packing food baskets, Christmas Eve church, eating a happy birthday Jesus cake and visiting Santa. We have faithfully taken the kids to see Santa every year since they were newborns. It's a bittersweet moment when I unpack the pictures each year and see how fast the years have gone by, yet so fun to watch them grow. Happy, sad or screaming... I get the picture. Gavin and Merek smiled proudly this year, Eiler snuggled his blanket and Savannah screamed at the top of her lungs. Poor Santa!<br />
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The final week before Christmas was a trip to San Francisco to be with Uncle Todd and Aunt Tatyana filled with special outings.. ice skating, Christmas lights, special dinners, a sleepover and a reservation at The House of Air (Gigantic Trampolines and Bounce Houses). God adjusted our plans and so our trip to SF lasted about 1 1/2 hours before Gavin broke his leg at the House of Air. Instead of all the other outings we got an ambulance ride, an evening at SF general hospital and a 3am arrival home. Gavin got a cast, some crutches and a new ride (his wheel chair that he uses proudly). All the kids have been such good troopers!<br />
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Needless to say, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day was at our house. Gavin on the couch and chaos all around, but memories were definitely made. There is nothing quite like Christmas morning... Savannah was the first one downstairs and the fascination on her face as she saw the presents and her "New Hello Kitty Bike" was priceless. Joel and I had smiles just as big. Our favorite moment with her was when she gasped and said "Santa brought me a bike and a house!" Her bike and doll house were put together ready to be used and she went straight for it. The boys came down shortly after and one by one they glowed. Gavin got an electric guitar and amp, Merek an air soft gun and Eiler his very own teddy bear (that's all he wanted from Santa). It was a special family time as we enjoyed one another and the sharing of gifts.<br />
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The month of December has been full of anticipation as well as the unexpected and unforgettable moments. In every moment of joy, laughter, fun and tears we thank our Savior for His FAITHFULNESS! My prayer is that in 2011 our family would continue to be willing to be used for His glory.The Boone Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14878433920632290487noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8309404909268399491.post-22316477634498260522010-11-17T22:16:00.000-08:002010-11-17T22:17:47.441-08:00Prayer.. what a gift!<div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">Above our lil' ballerina's (what she pretends to be) bed reads...</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><br />
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</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">The Lord created sweet "S" for our family... a Perfect Fit!! It's been 17 days since we saw her for the first time and what an amazing time we have had as a forever family of 6.</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><br />
</div>The power of prayer has been so evident in the transition of our sweet daughter into our family. I continue to be blown away as she runs, giggles, laughs, plays, jumps, sings, hugs, kisses, calls me "Momma", tackles her brothers, tickles her Daddy and sleeps peacefully in her own bed all night long. It's definitely a God thing! Thank you, Thank you, and Thank you again for praying. <br />
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The opportunity to adopt has been a gift to our family and I love how the Lord has allowed us to be used in this beautiful way. For so many years it was a dream and today it is a reality... and daily He is giving me opportunities to share our journey, which I pray brings Him honor and gives Him all the glory. My 4 precious children are Yours and I pray Lord that you would continue use our family to be light in this world.The Boone Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14878433920632290487noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8309404909268399491.post-62123425536572246882010-11-09T19:56:00.000-08:002010-11-09T19:58:22.583-08:00A Forever Family of 6!!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Friday morning as Joel and I looked out the window of our hotel room, this was our view. It was absolutely breath taking and a reminder of our Perfect Creator. The day had finally arrived... we were taking our daughter to her forever home. We would no longer have to say good-bye to her at bedtime... tonight we would get to tuck her in and kiss her goodnight.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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Besides that our little girl was a trooper as we traveled home.. her brother's got to meet her for the first time. They were so excited and the smiles on their faces when they saw her sweet face were priceless. Finally, the sister they had prayed faithfully for was home to play. Within minutes the legos were out and all four of our children were building, smiling, giggling and enjoying one another. It was awesome and my heart was over flowing with joy.<br />
It has been 8 days now since we saw our daughter's beautiful face for the first time, yet in such a short time she has fit in perfectly. We know that the Lord has given her heart the peace that we have been praying for. Thank you to all of our friends and family that have been faithfully praying for our family. It has been a total blessing!!<br />
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We look forward to sharing her sweet face with everyone when the time is right...The Boone Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14878433920632290487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8309404909268399491.post-75327006417531495562010-11-05T07:23:00.001-07:002010-11-05T08:04:49.102-07:00We Are Going HomeWhat an amazing week.. We are absolutely in love with our daughter! Her beautiful smile and sweet giggles are precious. Thank you Lord Jesus for our priceless gift and faithful friends and family that have been praying for all of us. <br />
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Well today is the day... we get to bring her home! Joel and I are so, so thankful for this past week, but "wow" three days of preschool exhausted us. We are ready to take our daughter to see "my new house" "my room" "my slide" (her words) and her brothers.. The boys can't wait to meet their sister!<br />
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Please pray...<br />
- As we say goodbye and gives hugs<br />
- Travel home<br />
- Meet brothers<br />
- Our daughter's heart<br />
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Thank you so much for praying... our family is so blessed!The Boone Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14878433920632290487noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8309404909268399491.post-7326176693568588952010-11-01T21:24:00.000-07:002010-11-01T21:24:06.875-07:00We Held Our Baby Girl...<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Today, Joel and I met and held our sweet daughter for the first time!! She is absolutely adorable and so precious... full of giggles and smiles. The moment of walking through the door and seeing her for the first time was amazing. A day we will forever remember. We were able to give her a pink "build a bear" from her new brothers along with a little photo album of her forever family and forever home... it was a special time. Joel and I are filled with joy to finally be with our daughter and look forward to spending the rest of the week with her before bringing her home on Friday. </span><br />
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<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Please join us in prayer</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">- pray for the new relationship we are forming with our daughter</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">- pray for her heart </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">- pray for our boys who are home and waiting anxiously to meet their sister</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">- pray for all of us as we become a forever family of 6</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Thank you for your prayers and support as we enjoy this amazing time!!</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
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</div>The Boone Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14878433920632290487noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8309404909268399491.post-34080854245871416632010-10-27T16:26:00.000-07:002010-10-27T16:29:44.465-07:00The 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!The Boone Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14878433920632290487noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8309404909268399491.post-46405041808259672212010-10-23T22:15:00.000-07:002010-10-27T16:08:23.351-07:00She is Adorable...The last 48 hours in the Boone home have been special. <br />
Thursday night...<br />
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!<br />
Friday brought a surprise....<br />
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)<br />
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!<br />
Thank you for all your prayers and continued prayers as we now look forward to holding our daughter for the first time.The Boone Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14878433920632290487noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8309404909268399491.post-23310981608543957392010-10-19T13:21:00.000-07:002010-10-27T16:05:02.745-07:00He 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!<br />
However...<br />
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.<br />
The day continued...<br />
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.<br />
The day continued...<br />
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. <br />
Here is what we know...<br />
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.<br />
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.<br />
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.<br />
Please join us in praying for "S" and that the Lord would take care of every detail as we prepare to bring her home.The Boone Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14878433920632290487noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8309404909268399491.post-38848973975057524612010-10-13T09:34:00.000-07:002010-10-27T16:01:53.386-07:00Can 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.<br />
Well yesterday it happened..<br />
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.<br />
My heart is so excited today!<br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #001320; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">"We can make our plans, but the Lord determines our steps." Proverbs 16:9</span>The Boone Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14878433920632290487noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8309404909268399491.post-86851905068868305832010-10-12T14:20:00.000-07:002010-10-27T16:00:24.181-07:00Be 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! <br />
<div style="text-align: center;">"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition,<br />
with thanksgiving, present your requests be known to God. And the peace of God,<br />
which surpasses all understanding will guard your<br />
hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." Phil. 4:6-7</div><div style="text-align: left;">Our "M" update:</div><div style="text-align: left;">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...</div><div style="text-align: left;">Please pray with us as we continue to wait on the Lord!!!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
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</div>The Boone Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14878433920632290487noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8309404909268399491.post-79068271446336126972010-10-06T21:18:00.000-07:002010-10-27T15:59:30.389-07:00The Lord's plan is not always easy, but it is always right!<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Today finally came...</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Joel and I began our morning out to breakfast. We had so much fun being together, laughing and sharing our hearts.</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">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 </span><b><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">WORTH IT</span></u></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">. We are where we are because of you Sweet Jesus. Every one of these precious children belong to you... </span><br />
<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Here is the link to the video if you have about 8 minutes to see a church making a difference.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://northpoint.org/foster">North Point Community Church :: Foster Together</a></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://northpoint.org/foster"></a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> As we left I whispered to the Lord, "May our home be used to make a difference"</span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">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. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">However, the wait continues... </span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">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! </span><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The Lord's plan is not </span><b><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">ALWAYS EASY</span></u></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">, but it is </span><b><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">ALWAYS RIGHT</span></u></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">! 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...</span></div>The Boone Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14878433920632290487noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8309404909268399491.post-35607191742637259472010-09-29T15:40:00.000-07:002010-10-27T15:58:26.066-07:00The Call Came... and we wait...Today I got the call that our family and one other family have been selected for this sweet little baby girl. So next Wednesday the placement team will meet with both families and then make their final decision on who they feel will be the best fit. The Lord continues to open the door for us with this lil' one, so we will continue to walk through. Sweet "M" was created by our Savior and we trust and pray for His perfect plan for her. Again, thank you for all your prayers as we wait to see what the Lord does...The Boone Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14878433920632290487noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8309404909268399491.post-84264763139286585872010-09-28T15:26:00.000-07:002010-10-27T15:57:53.941-07:00Waiting....<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">We received an email just a little bit ago that the decision has not been made yet as their are lots of profiles to review... so we wait... and most likely we will not know anything more today. This journey will continue to teach me to trust in the Lord and to wait on His timing. That is definitely alot easier to say then do. We appreciate everyone's prayers and sweet words.</span>The Boone Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14878433920632290487noreply@blogger.com2