God has been moving in our hearts. We’ve always wanted to adopt, but had it placed in a “someday” category. You know, after we had 2.5 kids, a house, a dog, and a white picket fence. After 2 years of waiting for the infamous pink line and Jonah asking for a baby, we began to wonder, “Why do we have to wait until someday down the road? Aren’t there millions of children waiting?”
There are millions. 147 million to be exact.
So here we are….researching, meeting with the local adoption agency, and filling out paperwork. We’ve asked the Lord for guidance and He is showing us the way. A beautiful story has started to unfold in front of us. God has been speaking so clearly…it’s as if He’s walking in front of us and yelling over His shoulder to “Keep Up!” He’s done some amazing things for us since we said yes to His call last week…..I’m still trying to wrap my brain around some of them.
P.S. I guess I should also say….
ETHIOPIA!
I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you. –John 14:18
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Oh that’s so awesome!!! My hubby and I have talked about adopting, but we haven’t got that for-sure-God-is-knocking-the-door-down-time-to-do-it calling yet. I’ll be praying for you and can’t wait to hear about your journey.
YAY YAY YAY YAY! SO thrilled for you!!! Keep us updated!
WOOHOO!!!!! Beautiful! My heart overyjoys at the thought of that little person being united with a family such as yours. Have you read One Million Arrows by Julie Ferwerda? You must if you have not. It’s wonderful.
I love that you are adding such beautiful arrows to your quiver.
Keep us posted – all God’s grace and blessings to you during this journey!
Ahhhhh! Yayyyyy! That’s where we are leaning towards in a couple of years since rawanda has closed their adoptions for now. I’m so happy for y’all and any wait yo chat with you!!!
Sara,
congratulations! Adoption is a wonderful experiece! you know Maddie and Tony were both adopted! God is awesome and builds the most perfect families! Smiles and hugs sent your way!
Wendy
Thank you Wendy! I may call on you one day if I need encouragement!
YAY! YAY! YAY!!!!!
So excited for you … and looking forward to sharing in all your joy as you bring your child home.
Wow Sara that’s awesome!! What made you decide on Ethiopia? We have 2 adopted kiddos too, but through foster care. Quicker placement but much slower adoption process. Keep us posted on your milestones!!
The decision was definitely God. Ethiopia had never been on my radar really. God just kept placing it on our heart. Ethiopia was everywhere–blog posts, conversations, etc. and then, when we went to talk to the adoption agency, God “closed the doors” on all of the other countries for some reason or another.
You are my hero.
Yay!!! Great news! We are so excited for you guys!!! Keep us in the loop!
We will! And…don’t you have some news you need to tell me? I’m on to you!
That is wonderful!
Nell
What a blessing!
What a wonderful adventure you are embarking on! Blessings to you and your family!
Congratulations, Sara! I’m so excited for you and your family. And Ethiopia . . I too dream of adopting, and Ethiopia is the country I’ve always thought I’d want to adopt from. You’ll be in my prayers as you “keep up” with God’s plans!
Wow!!! Tears are rolling down my face as I read this. What an exciting announcement! Big congratulations!
Sara i know it has been a long couple of years for your family. I am so thankful that the Lord has revealed part of His wonderful plan to you. I am SO excited for your family! We will be praying for you every step of the way!
Surprise! I didn’t have a chance to tell you yet, and wondered if Melody had spilled the beans.
I actually heard it from Sam last week but wasnt sure when you were planning on telling everyone. I was thinking today how exciting it all is. Wondering if its going to be a boy or girl and what he or she will look like and what kind of personality he or she will have. It is just like expecting without the sickness ;)! I seriously cant put into words how happy i am for your family! Cant wait to give you a big hug on Sunday!
What a beautiful announcement! I’m so happy for you…. and for the child you end up bringing into your home. I hope God puts together a perfect match!
Thank you Patty! I know He will find the perfect match for us—He already has him/her picked out!
This is absolutely beautiful! Congratulations!
Adoption is something that has ALWAYS been on my heart as well. Praying that someday that is where God will lead us as well!
I will be praying for your family and for the child that is soon to become a part of it!
God Bless!
SO exciting! I love the announcement!
We have several friends who have adopted from Ethiopia if you need anyone to talk to! Precious. I am so happy for you!
Thank you Jessie! We decided “officially” after I saw you, but it had been in the works for a while.
Congratulations!!! Both of my children joined our family through adoption… It’s a true blessing!!! Can’t wait to hear how it goes!!!
Thank you Michelle! I may call on you if I need encouragement!
So exciting! Congrats!
Yay! I am so excited to continuing hearing the story unfold. Thank you for your obedience and hearts that love children…just like Jesus.
Hooray, hooray!!!
Can’t wait to see this all as it unfolds!!
How exciting!!! I am so happy for you!
What awesome news! Congrats of the decision! We’re planning on going that route in the next couple of years, so I can’t wait to see how it goes for you!
My friends brought home a 10 yo from Ethiopia around Easter time. Would you like me to introduce you? Susan knows the system very well. She’s been blogging and looking at blogs about it for years. They tried several countries. And they even lost a potential adoption along the way. Let me know!
Ray, Sara, & Johna,
We can’t wait to follow you on this journey! Congrats and we praise you for following the Lord’s commands! I pray for peace for your family as you endure this next adventure in life. I can’t wait to see how you are blessed.
Jill Moses
Thank you Jill! We definitely want/need your prayers!
Congrats to you!!!!! I can’t wait to see the new addition!!! You are all in my prayers!!
Yeah for taking the “plunge”! We’re still in the “someday” stage, but I’m hoping to be able to start the process sooner than later!
Congratulations!!
Yep, if we waited until we were “ready” on paper and had everything in place the way we thought it should be…it may never happen. There’s always something that “pops up”…a car that needs fixed, a medical bill, etc. We are definitely taking a step of faith!
My husband & I have been thinking about adopting but we don’t even know where to begin! Good luck on your journey – congrats
Thank you! We talked to several people we know that adopted. Then we went to the local Bethany office and asked lots of questions. There are lots of agencies out there. Let me know, I can pass along the names to you.
What a great announcement! Can’t wait to get you guys up here to visit about it all.
Yay, Sara! I am so happy for your family. We will be praying for you! Congratulations! Can’t wait to meet this precious gift!!
That’s awesome! My friends brought home a son from Ethiopia last year. So glad for you!
PS. Just ran into your blog, and I love it!
Thanks for stopping by Kelly! So glad you found us! Hop you prop your feet up and feel at home!
I am so excited for your family! I can’t wait to meet the child that God chooses for you! Just think, some child is feeling so lonely, and he/she has no idea that a loving and kind family is about to take them in. It blesses me so much to think about the love you are going to give to your new family member!
i’m so happy for you & your family. i am praying and praying for yall. let me know if there is anything else i can do from here to help. much love xoxo
YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY
So excited for you!! This is something that is on our hearts right now as well, and we have been just trusting God for the timing and making it all happen!! {Of course, I have written about it if you’d like to look! lol} Definitely will be adding you and your precious family to our prayer list as well! P.S. We are praying about Ethiopia as well!! Yay! {Wonder if they have a two-for-one deal?? Lol}
Hmm…Wonder if we could find a BOGO deal? Keep us in your prayers! By the way…when are you coming to see me?
I am so very happy for you!!!!!!!!
God bless your journey to adoption!
Thank you Traci! Keep us in your prayers!
Congrats!! That is just so so awesome!!!
Thank you Kelly! Keep us in your prayers!
Congratulations on making this very big decision! Prayers for your family!
Thank you Angie! Keep praying for us! We appreciate it!
LOVE this post (and the way you announced it!) So happy and proud for y’all!
xo
As a birth mom myself, I am so happy for you and know you will be a most excellent family for a special child!
Congratulations!
Hugs,
~me
What joyful news! I’m sorry to read of your journey through secondary infertility (been there, know it hurts!) but praising God for where He has led you as a result! Did you know it’s National Adoption Month?
jenni
http://www.HannahsHopeBook.blogspot.com
I have been out of the country .. so I am just now catching up. I am SO happy for your sweet family. Can’t wait to read all about your journey. And Pray too!
Sarah, this is wonderful news! I love the joy and heart behind your decision. All of your posts about adoption are just bubbling with excitement. May God bless you richly! (P.S. Our Pastor and his wife just adopted two children from Ethiopia and had a very positive experience all around. I hope it goes as well for you!)
Wow! Congratulations, this is SUCH good news!!
Congratulations!!! Wonderful! I came over from your post on the MOB Society. This is a really neat post about adoption (from Ethiopia too) from some friends of mine. I can’t stop thinking about it. http://sandersonadoption.blogspot.com/2010/12/from-waiting-to-chosen-in-less-than-5.html
Blessings! Kelly
Thank you so much for coming over and encouraging me this morning Kelly! Keep us in your prayers!
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