Last night at dinner, we experienced the much talked about "power outage." The world went pitch black, instantly, with no hope of light until morning. We were in the restaurant (pictured above) when this happened, and everyone continued to eat and talk at the pre-outage pace. Eventually, they came with a candle and when we asked why this happens (the electricity issue) Alemu simply replied, "no one really knows" and finished his meal. I love his mind-set!!! Thankfully, our hotel is equipped with generators and we are being led with great care. (Josie's comment as our world turned completely dark, "Mom, I kinda like it at home.") God continues to grow and stretch our trust in big and small ways. Thank you for praying us through.
On a side note, for those of you bored by photos of the VanDam Five. We are not allowed to release photos of precious Tizi until after our court date, April 24 at 3pm. This officially deems Tizabit a VanDam and will allow us to share her beauty to our world :)
I can't wait o see photos of your beauty with her sister and brothers! Loving the updates.
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ReplyDeleteSince tomorrow is the 24th, I am now wishing today was finished so I would get to see pictures NOW! Love your updates and keep them coming!
DeleteYou guys are 6 hours ahead of us, right?? Just trying to plan when we can be expecting to see updated pictures of your newest love! Praying for all of you!
ReplyDeleteSeven ahead of Mish; eight ahead of me in Chicago.
DeleteHi Josie and the other Van Dam 5,
ReplyDeleteYour classmates and I have read your recount of the first day. We obviously have read the blog entries. We are loving the opportunity to be a part of your journey. We will have prayer immediately after I finish this comment. The court date will be in our prayers.
Blessings and Love,
Your classmates and Mr. B
Prayers are being lifted for your family and that beautiful little girl each and every day! So excited to meet her!!!
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ReplyDeletei hope you are having fun in ethiopia.
are you having fun? me and katelyn miss you a lot.
i hope tizi knows that soon she will be with your wonderful family.
im praying for you!!
your friend,
nicole devries
What a blessed little lady Tizi is. There are a couple of little boys down the street from you who would love to share their new swing set with her this summer! Blessings on the days ahead. Can't wait to see pics.
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