How do you ever put into words the amazing-ness of God?????? About 2 weeks ago I posted about how we were turned down for a grant that we applied for for Haven's adoption. Steven Curtis Chapman's ministry, Shaohannah's Hope, had given us a generous grant for Hannah-Claire. We applied again, but were unsuccessful. At first we were heartbroken about it, but God soon turned it into a faith-building … [Read more...]
Confusion BE GONE!
Yesterday was challenging! I received an e-mail from someone telling me how TOUGH it was to raise a child with Autism, how difficult is it going to be for my family, how it is going to drain our finances, how tiring it is going to be for me, how negatively it can affect our other children...on and on! Oh my goodness, I can honestly say that in a moment of weakness, it was the FIRST time since our … [Read more...]
S-t-r-e-t-c-h-i-n-g our faith!
We're stepping out of the boat...trusting God for continued PROVISION! For the last few months we have been talking about the possibility of me travelling alone to China. That is totally fine and I do not mind travelling alone. But, we feel the Lord calling us to press into Him and TRUST Him for the funds that would allow Anthony to travel with me. So, we have started a Chip-In as a last attempt … [Read more...]
Showers of Blessing!
Wow....we are overwhelmed, amazed and totally humbled! This morning we thought we would try another yard sale, we still had some things left and thought we would just give it a try. Well......the Lord blessed us with another $746.00!!!!!!!! That takes us to a total of $3775.00 for the weekend!!!!!!!!!!!!! Whhoooooooo....thank you Faithful God!I will praise you, O Lord, among the nationsI will … [Read more...]
Newspaper Article
An outpouring of LOVE!
Today has been one of those days I will probably remember for the rest of my life. We had a yard sale to raise funds for Haven. Last week our community newspaper ran a story on Haven's adoption (I will post it later). My friend and fellow homeschooling mom, Shauna, wrote the story and did an amazing job. Haven's story touched the hearts of our community. Our phone rang with complete strangers … [Read more...]
We’re coming soon sweet girl!
Yayyeeeeee...we got the call!!!! Today we got the FINAL piece of paperwork we need for Haven....TRAVEL APPROVAL!!!!! Praise God.Unfortunately it could not have come at a crazier time. The cost of airfares to China in July are absolutely ridiculous due to the Olympics. Not to mention what hotels and travel in China will cost. We have had to try and use wisdom in deciding what to do. So....I … [Read more...]
His timing is perfect
I know it's true...I know the Father's timing is perfect, I know He knows best. But still my heart is longing....longing to go and get Haven! I feel so close, but yet still so far. We should have Travel Approval any day now. I feel like there are so many obstacles in our way before we can even consider going to bring her home. There are so many things we still need to take care of, so many … [Read more...]