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Arriving We arrived in Addis around 8:30 pm and we literally zipped through customs. As soon as we were off the plane we got in line for our “in-counrty” visas. They were about $20/person regardless of the visa type. Next we walked up to customs and the man barely looked at us as he stamped…
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Yes, we are off again, but this time it is by train. Rachel is scheduled to take the SAT on Saturday and we are scheduled to shop for Gina’s and for us (big smile). This will be David and the girls first time in Shenyang and only their second time on an overnight train. We…
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Today, I began looking at pictures of M, the little boy who will be my son. He looks a lot like K. They have the same striking eyes, same nose, same chin. He also looks like a thinner-faced J. In fact, we often got their pictures mixed up on first glance. There is no regret…
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Tomorrow is the day. Wow, I can’t believe it really time for us to head back to the big C. It has been such a great trip in so many ways. We have visited with so many friends and we made new ones as well. It is always great to be with family and friends…
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Our case went to court, but we are missing that ever elusive piece of paper from the MOWA (Ministry of Women’s Affairs) office. It is the only thing we are waiting for. Once the judge receives that paper, she will approve the adoption and we will start waiting for our embassy appointment. Knowing that…
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There is not just one way to describe the people of Ethiopia. There are many different cultures and people groups. Muslim, Orthodox, Judaism, and “Christian” religions are scattered about the country. Many Ethiopians believe the Ark of the Covenant is in their country. We could hear the call to prayer in the mosques early in…
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First of all, thank you so much for the many, many prayers offered on our behalf. I wish I was able to really express the gratitude in my heart better. Please know that your prayers sustained us through so much. We leave on the 17th to head back to China. Everyone is is excited to…
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When we left, I mentioned 6 specific requests. Asking doesn’t guarantee the answer I want (or think I want), but it does guarantee an answer. God is always good and I just want to share a few ways He revealed His faithfulness to us through the answers to our requests. As most of you know,…
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Tomorrow morning we leave on a plane headed for Ethiopia. I can’t believe we are really going. I am excited and nervous all at the same time. I feel a bit of something similar to stage fright complete with butterflies. Thank you so much for all of the prayers and support we have received from…
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Last year, we had a friend come to our house. The girls and I were very excited about our celebration and we were really glad our friend could join us. Our friend, X, sensed our excitement and immediately asked if it was a special day. I told her it was indeed a special day named,…