The Salem's are on a journey! You know, there are times in my life when I have felt like I have had things all figured out...all my ducks in a row. I love feeling that way...I love feeling organized and having everything the way I want it to be :). The last three months have NOT been that way. There have been times I have truly felt that I have died to self....you know, crucified the flesh and … [Read more...]
What a treat
Whoooohooooo...on Saturday my special friend, Cris, stole me away from my family for the day:). She drove me to Denver and took me to see Mercy Me in concert. WOW! It is the first time I have ever been to a big Christian concert. I LOVE Mercy Me! Oh my goodness, what a blessing. The whole concert was an incredible time of worshiping the Living God!!!!! I was blessed beyond what I ever imagined. I … [Read more...]
Hannah-Claire has blossomed in 2 years!
I took this picture of Hannah-Claire yesterday and compared it to the day we adopted her, just 27 months ago. I was amazed at how much she has blossomed in a relatively short period of time. She has grown into a beautiful young girl, full of life and INCREDIBLY talkative :). She is such a joy and a blessing. I cannot imagine our lives without this sweet child. Thank you Lord Jesus that you … [Read more...]
A Blessed Time
Last week I had an amazing opportunity to attend a large church in Colorado Springs. I went specifically to listen to Christian Author and Speaker, Lisa Bevere. It is not too often that I have time on my own. I just felt like it was something I needed to go to. I'm so glad I did.It was wonderful. They brought in a Worship Leader from a huge church in Texas. Some of you may know of Kari Jobe. … [Read more...]
A fun day at the park
Spring is FINALLY coming to the mountains. YAY! Yesterday was 38 degrees, today is so much warmer. After a very long winter, you kind of long for warmer weather. Today we got it! So, the kids and I headed out for the day. There is a gorgeous little village near our house, it has a nice play area and a lake to fish. We had so much fun. I actually felt nice and warm :) It's funny living up here in … [Read more...]
Our journey to a special little girl in need
So many new friends have asked me how we found Haven. Here is a newsletter I wrote for our ministry.I have come to the conclusion that life in the Lord makes no sense at all sometimes (actually, it feels like most times for me!). Just when I have life all figured out and everything is planned according to the way I want things to be—yes, I do like being organized—the Lord gently reminds me that I … [Read more...]
Wonderful news!
On Thursday we received wonderful news....a letter from the Chinese Government confirming that we do indeed still want to adopt Haven. Of course we do!!!!! This letter came a little earlier than we expected. We think that because Haven has been waiting over three years for a family, they sped it up a little. So, we will sign the letter today and send it back to China ASAP. This will give us a … [Read more...]