Thursday 11/12/2009
Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding.
~ Proverbs 3:5, NLT
Today was a crazy day. We got a call to be ready to go in 20 minutes. I said "where are we going?" He replied "I don't know just be ready." Well after our experiences over the past days we truly had no idea what the heck to expect, but we were as ready as we could be for whatever was in store for us. We went back to the same 2 baby houses in the area. They said possibly some children may have been released from the registry. We saw many kids today and there is one who we are starting to pursue. We have contacted our International Adoption Specialist (Doctor) and need to get some more information but this is a good first step.
We also were able to spend a couple of hours at the mall. It was so nice to finally get out and see something different. We ate pizza!
Also, thanks for the snacks - Jim - slim jims, andy capp hot fries and Lori - rice krispie treats, pringles sticks, hot chocolate and Joyce - oatmeal, mac & cheese and Mimi - hershey bars! We think of you with every grateful bite!
The emails and support from home and across the adoption world have really kept us going. Each morning reading all of the postive comments and knowing how many loving thoughts and prayers are being sent our way truly renews our strength and determination.
We still have a long way to go but at least its a step forward.
Love to all!
A few pictures from the last leg of our trip.
Steve was so proud of his free beer! "no charge, not on Lufthansa - on Lufthansa everything free"
Even with 2 years of planning we had no idea what was in store for us!
Our view.
This is a step in the right direction! Keep the faith! Hugs!
ReplyDeleteWoohoo!! SO glad to hear some good news. Rest assured, all fingers and toes will be crossed that you get a good report from Dr. Staat and the bonding process can begin!!
ReplyDeleteYea!~your white oak connection:)
ReplyDeleteJulie, I feel such a relief for you and i can hear it in your writing -- an uplifting positive hope!!! I can not wait to hear more!! So glad you got out, so glad you had new foods -- I could see smiles in your written word!
ReplyDeleteSo happy!
Steph
hi steve and julie we just figured out we can make comments! all is well with the house and simba. we are praying for you.
ReplyDeletelove,
the smith family
That is absolutely wonderful news!! We are so excited for you! Keep the news coming. Hopefully the worst is out of the way and it will be smooth sailing here on out.
ReplyDeleteLori, Tim, Morgan and Brady
Oh...what good news, finally! May the IA doctor help you in your decision making process, so that you'll finally be able to relax into this journey.
ReplyDeleteQuaintance
Steve and Julie: Sounds encouraging! The biggest challenges in life is what gives us the strength to get through some of the most difficult times. We are thinking of you every step of the way and can't wait for the next update! Love to both of you! Jay, Rachel and Cole
ReplyDeleteThis sounds so promising! I will be praying that you hear what you need from the specialist, and that you feel peace about whatever decisions need to be made about this little boy!
ReplyDeleteStill thinking of you and eagerly hoping for the best! I'm so glad things are looking up.
ReplyDeleteMichelle and I are very happy to read this post! Things are sounding good.
ReplyDeleteI am SO excited for you and pray with all my heart that this works out for you guys!! The girls and I want you to know that you are on our minds and in our hearts often. We miss you and can't wait to hear more news. Thanks for the updates. Good Luck!!!!! Kristi
ReplyDeleteThat's great news. Hopefully all will work out for you guys!!!!
ReplyDeleteBernie and Julie
What great news a real answer to pray, everybody here are praying for you, cant wait to hear more, now your joy begins,
ReplyDeleteI am so glad to hear that things are looking up. Have been feeling bad for you both, going through all this! Congrats that you have made what could be a BIG step in the process...is the child you are looking at more closely at Botakoz? Can't wait to hear what unfolds...thanks for the happy update! - Alison
ReplyDeleteJulie & Steve, We are sorry to hear about all the issues you guys are having, but are really excited to hear that something is starting to happen. Hang in there and try to hold onto those positive thoughts. Please know that you all are in our prayers every day!
ReplyDeleteLisa and Marco
Sounds like things are looking up !!
ReplyDeleteYou'll end up with the child that is "right" for you.
Good luck with everything!
If you're in Botakoz Babyhouse. Say Hi to Dr Love for us the parents of Zhanar(Grace)from room #4.
Try the pizza at the Love Cafe (near the Tsum) if you haven't already.
That's wonderful that you are finally meeting children. I know it's been a hard road but if your child is at the end of it then I'm sure it will be worth all the heartache along the way. You are so close now!
ReplyDeleteLou Ann & Lexie from Aktau Kaz too