Friday, July 8, 2011

A day we didn't think we'd see...

1 year ago today we were HSTK. We were told that we were likely to receive a referral in 4-6 months. Every few months since then something new has come up and it has not been the journey we expected. But I know that God is in control and He has a plan. I have to trust in His timing and not get upset by delays. Of course financially this move is tough. The cost of a brand new home study as well as the amount we're going to have to pay each time they do a home visit (or interview, etc.) is much more than we'd originally budgeted for. But I know that the money we have is not our own and I need to have faith in God's plan.

I hope you all had a great 4th of July! We did and this weekend the kids and I are blessed to have time with my in-laws PLUS my brother-in-law and his girlfriend. It will be such a fun day today so that will be a terrific distraction from my own thoughts! :) Have a great weekend!!!
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  1. Our Dreaming Tree of ThreeJuly 8, 2011 at 9:23 AM

    “‘For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,’ declares the LORD.’” Isaiah 55:8 (NIV) This was the message I received today. I read it after reading yours and there He is reminding us that He is control and He does have a plan for us. We just need to keep having faith in that as you said. Sending hugs to you today.

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  2. SandraJuly 8, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    Christy, I simply cannot wait for your day to come and for you to know why you waited this long. Hang in there friend. We miss you!

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  3. YvonneJuly 8, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    Even though this feels like a very dark time, you will look back at this one day and see that God was guiding you to where He wanted you to be. Some of our biggest blessings are actually the challenges - we just don't know it yet.

    In the mean time, hang tough. I can only imagine what you are going through but I do know that waiting during adoption makes anyone crazy. Your day WILL come. You WILL see your child's face. You WILL hold him or her. And that baby WILL be yours - forever. It WILL happen.

    (But it sure would be nice to get an e-mail from God telling us when, wouldn't it??)

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  4. everythingismeowsomeJuly 8, 2011 at 2:44 PM

    Wow, I can't believe you have been waiting that long. I sure hope your time is coming soon!

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  5. dayangersJuly 8, 2011 at 4:49 PM

    You have been such an encouragement, wealth of knowledge and a genuine friend to so many on this journey. Can't wait until you get your referral, Christy.

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  6. AnonymousJuly 9, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    We are hoping and praying that your referral comes soon. Min

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  7. KellyJuly 9, 2011 at 7:58 PM

    Your next "A day we didn't think we'd see..." post will be followed by a picture of you holding your sweet son or daughter. It will come and it will be sweeter than you can imagine!! Hang in there.

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  8. JimandJackieJuly 9, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    I hope the next post is your referral, so sorry this day has come!

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  9. fluorescent safety vestJuly 13, 2011 at 1:20 AM

    Disneyland is wonderful place, I visited there only once, I sure you enjoyed there so much. It is very fantastic place as well as no words to say about its goodness.

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  10. GraceJuly 13, 2011 at 10:04 PM

    i am so sorry, christy...i can't imagine how hard it is to get to this point, but you are handling this with such grace. praying for you and hoping you do get that call SO soon. hugs to you...miss you!

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