What a year 2012 has been, it's the year we became foster parents and started this crazy journey. We have had a total of five kids in our home and hoping to adopt Alex. It's the year I reached my two year cancer free anniversary and got my port out! There has been a lot of ups and downs in the world this year but personally, I like this year and it will be remembered as one of my best. I'm SO thankful that Mark and I put our fears aside and answered the call to become foster parents. I have said this so many times but I never would have imagined this would be our calling or our journey and yet, God knew what was best for us and it really is perfect. So, when it comes to 2013, I can't wait to see what He has in store for us this year! I feel strongly that God has more kids in store for us, so we eagerly wait for the right child at the right time. People have asked if we would take another drug baby as lets be honest, they are not easy babies. However, knowing all that we know now, my heart goes out to these children and I sort of have a soft spot. Would you join us in prayer for wisdom and discernment on which placement to take. As much as I would like, we can't save every child that comes into the system and it can be a struggle to put aside my wishes when it isn't the same as the Lords. This is probably a lifelong battle, living life with an open hand to God letting Him give and take as He sees best. He does know best though!
January 9th will be a big day in our home as Alex's case goes before the court yet again. We are hoping and praying that a termination date be set so that we can start the process of adoption. It's VERY hard to be patient because Alex is my son already, I just want the legal system to recognize it. As you know I'm a huge "what if" type of person but this is one area that I don't let my mind wander much. I can't, I love him too much. All I know and try to focus on is that God is in full control and I know He has great plans for Alex. Anyway, we hope to bring BIG news this year as we have big expectations!
Happy New Year everyone! No matter what this year brings, lets choose to bring light to this dark world of ours as this is all of our calling!
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