A Defining Moment

"Do you remember that moment? The one that defined your future? The one that showed a glimmer of your purpose?" This is from a sermon, by Dr. Jack Graham, that I heard on the radio yesterday, and it has been on my heart since. It took me back to the Sunday that I heard God calling me into the fields of the fatherless. My purpose and direction was forever changed that day, and for that I am truly thankful.

"True happiness is not attained through self-gratification, but through fidelity to a worthy purpose." Helen Keller

Making Plans for Yard Sale Part 2

Today was not great weather for a yard sale. We had some customers, but I think the cold, rainy day kept most people inside. So, we're going to have it again next weekend--same time and place. A HUGE thank you to all of our friends and church family that donated their stuff and came to shop today! We are blessed to have such amazing people in our lives. "The Lord is near to those who call on Him-to all who call on Him in truth; He fulfills the desires of those who fear Him, He hears their cry and saves them." Psalm 145:18-19

The Light at the End of the Tunnel

The light at the end of the tunnel is growing brighter....This past week was exciting; not only did we see our nearly complete home study report (the only part we're missing is the background check from Louisiana), but we met with Cindy to discuss the process of adopting from Russia.
I see the light at the end of the tunnel more clearly now than ever before, but it takes money to move toward it. This Saturday is the yard sale. Please, pray for a successful day! Also, will you join with me in asking God to provide us with the money that it takes to complete this adoption?

'The One who calls you is faithful, and He will do it.' 1 Thessalonians 5:24

Yard Sale--April 21st

The next couple of weeks are going to be busy with more than just the usual, and I must say that I'm looking forward to it. We have a meeting Wednesday at Heaven Sent with Cindy to discuss the dossier process. The dossier is the official paperwork that you send to the country from which you're adopting. I'm looking forward to learning about the next step in this journey!

We will also be busy getting ready for the yard sale. Hope and I have nailed down the details of the when and where. The yard sale will be at Hope's house (8650 Cainsville Pike, Lascassas) on April 21st from 7 am to 2 pm. Make plans to come see us and shop, shop, shop!

Current Happenings

March has been a month of waiting. One thing, in particular, that we had been waiting on was my insurance paperwork, and it finally came this week. So, our final home study report should be ready in about two weeks--yay!
Also, mark your calendars for April 21st; Hope and I are planning a huge yard sale that day. I will keep you posted on the specifics when we get them worked out, but go ahead and make plans to shop 'til you drop!
Blessings to you!

Check Passports off the List

There's not been much going on here lately--just a lot of waiting. Yesterday, though, we got our passports in the mail; now all we need is a place to travel and a baby waiting there for us to pick her up...if only it were tomorrow!

We appreciate your prayers, and we ask that you continue to pray for us as we wait and trust God to see this through.

"But as for me, I watch and hope for the Lord, I wait for God my Savior; my God will hear me." Micah 7:7

Salsarita's Fundraiser: Success

It's a very humbling thing when you receive help from others, and the support and help that we have received from others during this whole process has left me humbled and amazed.
Sweet Child of my heart, I can't wait for you to get here and meet all the people that show us such great love!
Last night, a number of our friends and church family came out and ate with us at Salsarita's to support our fundraiser. It was a wonderful time of food, fun, and fellowship--such a Baptist word, isn't it :0)? Here of are some pictures of all the fun that was had.

Melody and Jeremy

Monica and Susan

The Vaughts

Joe, Becky, Landon, Becky's parents

Greg, Paul, Barbara

Hope and Chip, our TN parents

Lisa, Terry, Bill, Peggy, Barnett, Jonathan, Kayla, Riley

James and Brittany

Jeremy with Dylan and his buddies

The Brewers

Ryan, Cindy, and their girls

Hope and Deanna

A HUGE thank you to Phil, the owner of Salsarita's, for his generosity!! If you're craving Mexican food, stop in at Salsarita's for some great food.
And, thank you to our family and friends for your continued support; we love you.