Yesterday Josh and I headed to Houston to have our Pre Adoption Conference with New Life. Basically this was a meeting to find out their policies, beliefs, etc. A sort of information rich meeting.
It was also the whole adoption process condensed into two hours. The birth mother's journey, our journey, the child's journey in a couple of hours. We sat in the car afterwards just emotionally drained. Knowing that this is a journey of heartache mixed with excitement mixed with loss mixed with joy is like the ultimate emotional roller coaster.
With all of that being said we know that this is where we are supposed to be. The Lord calls ALL of us to care for the orphaned, to love adoption. How can you not since He adopted us?! Every one's role in orphan care is different. This is how Josh and I are being called. We know that because this is where God wants us we will get to see His blessings and He will receive all the glory.
So now what?
Now we start the paperwork process: Physicals, fire inspections, financial statements, books to read, CPR classes, adoption seminars.
And lots of prayer!
Our family is so excited about this!!! We are excited that God has asked us to take this walk. When you let go of the fear, of the uncertainty and fully trust Him, that's when the goosebumps come!
Oh, Jana, I am so excited for you, Josh, and the boys...what a wonderful journey into the answering of a call. Love to you...Susie M
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