Some of you may be aware that God's call into this journey of adoption officially began for our family on a Friday evening in October, 2011. At the time, Josie, weighed down with her supporting paperwork, called a family meeting in which she announced that our family should stop talking about adoption and start adopting!! How can one argue with a passionate eight year old?
Today, it seems unreal that our family prepares to leave for Ethiopia on Saturday! God has seen us through some delays, some rejection, lots of emotions, but mostly, affirmation that this is the place where we need to be and we are not alone!!
This record is mostly for Tizi, I'm not sure how many will read it, but for those that do....THANK YOU! Thank you for praying for us. Thank you for encouraging us. Thank you too for challenging us. God used such a unique combination of personalities to bless us...thank you for sharing yours.
What exciting news for your family! Prayers for all of you as you continue journeying this road of adoption.
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So now I know what your Facebook posts were eluding to. We're soooo excited for your family and for little Tizi. She's going to make an amazing addition to your family. Blessings and safe travels.
ReplyDeleteI found the map to Christ's Hospital in Cincinnati with a name scrawled on the bottom: Tizibt. I couldn't bring myself to do anything with it but stash it in my Bible. Can't wait to meet your littlest girl.
ReplyDeleteMost mornings on my way to school I pass your house, and lately have been praying for your dear family as I do. I had nothing specific in mind, just "Lord, thank you for and bless this dear family." Now I have specifics in mind and will continue to pray.
ReplyDeleteI am honored to be one of the many who will be filling the sky with prayers for your family as you head off on this amazing journey. Miss Tizi is so loved already, and all will be blessed by her joining Team VanDam.
ReplyDeleteLove & prayers to tuck in your suitcase (hope you've begun packing!)
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I love this!! We will be praying for you all and are anxious to hear what is happening. Shari
ReplyDeleteOur thoughts and prayers are with you all as you make your way to Ethiopia this week. Praying for safe travel. Praying for that special, amazing bond when you meet Tizi. And praying for her mother who is making the ultimate sacrifice in order to give her daughter a better life. May it be a phenomenal experience for you all. Can't wait to meet her!
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