I can't believe it's been a month since my last post! There haven't been many changes...we are still just waiting to get matched. Thankfully the time has really flown by and we've been able to do some fun things in the meantime.
Last weekend we went to the Kids For Kyla event where Jonathan and I and another couple who are also adopting were awarded the first ever Kids for Kyla adoption grants. It was such a fun evening, and we even got a big check out of the deal (literally).
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We had a good laugh trying to get the check into the car. With some strategic thinking, we finally got it in a better position than this, otherwise it would have been a long (and funny) trip back to Nebraska.
We are so blessed and thankful for the Lord's provision and timing in all of this. It was such a neat experience to be part of the Kids for Kyla evening. We were very touched by the story of the other couple who were awarded a grant (Kelly and Nick). If you have a heart for international adoption, check out their blog here. God has put many people in our paths that we would not have met otherwise and we are thankful for every opportunity to learn more about adoption and partner in prayer with others who are on the adoption journey.
Kelly and I talked about a book called The Connected Child when we were at the event. I had not read it, but had heard a little about it because of one of the grants we looked into. I am about a quarter of the way through it now and have been very impressed by the practical advice and approach to parenting an adopted child. If you're interested, here is a link with some more information.
Here are some prayer requests for us in the coming month:
1. Patience as the wait is starting to wear on us a little bit. I jump at any call from an unfamiliar area code hoping it is THE call. :)
2. The Lord's provision for the adoption. We are little over a quarter of the way funded so far (Praise the Lord!)
3. Wisdom in making commitments and planning for our future.
Hey Molly (it's been a while) and Jonathan (even longer). I believe I was in class with both of you at separate schools growing up. I stumbled here from Facebook and wanted to congratulate you on your decision to adopt and encourage you while you're waiting on and trusting the Lord. I've seen Him moving, what seems, much more tangibly lately. He's got your back. Just hang out with Him, and let Him worry about the details.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the encouragement, Jeff! It is definitely a daily struggle to rely on the Lord, but always worth it in the end!
DeleteSo glad to see another update and your cute faces. :) My friend who is fostering recommends The Connected Child to anyone adopting/fostering or just wanting to support someone who is. I have the book but haven't read it yet. Looking forward to, though! We'll have to talk after we both read it. :) Love you and praying for you!!!
ReplyDeleteSounds good! Let me know when you're done :)
DeleteOooohhh Molly! You look so beautiful. You are both so deserving of this award! I love you and I will be praying!
ReplyDeleteThanks LB! Love and miss you!
DeleteLove the Connected Child, I had the opportunity to go to a conference in Denver last month and Dr. Purvis was the main speaker. It was amazing and her info. has been a huge blessing to our family. I have an extra copy of the study guide to go with the book if you guys want it. =)
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