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We are in those last weeks of our time here in the states. So, in the next 4 to 5 weeks we will visit a few more supporters, visit with and say good-bye to family in SC, make a trip to Ethiopia to visit K and J, visit with and say good-bye to family in…
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I know, he was trying to be sweet, but let this be an lesson to all of us texters out there. David texted: “Judy wanted to let you know that I love you.” My reply: “Who’s Judy?” David replies (without looking at previous sent text): “Donna’s friend” Ok, what is worse. . . That he…
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So many times I hear stories depicting where the body of Christ has fallen short. Fear of being inconvenienced, selfishness, and sometimes just not recognizing the needs may be reasons that we miss opportunities to serve others. Last weekend, I saw the body of Christ work in amazing ways. We were stranded in Albuquerque and…
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Yesterday was the day that I would never wish on anyone. I would love to rewind and get a do-over and at least change my part. I’m not sure how it happened, but apparently my children thought they were in the Olympics and each was striving hard for the gold. Unfortunately, the competition was in…
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We are so excited. Finally, after seeing their faces through pictures for a year, we will meet K and J face to face! There are so many emotions bouncing around inside of me right now, but happiness is definitely the one that keeps coming out on top. A few weeks ago, I received a wonderful…
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Alia’s goal for our time in the states was to learn how to swim. Yes, she is 9 and can’t swim due to her neglectful parents. Before you cast to many stones my way, try to understand that we don’t often get to a pool in China. The local university has a pool, but it…
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International adoption is constantly changing. Foreign countries want their children to be safe. I understand that and I agree that adoptions should be ethical. Last spring, in an effort to solve some adoption problems, Ethiopia began requiring all perspective parents to make two trips. On the first trip, the parents meet their child and appear…
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The house we are staying at in Irvine, CA has a pool. It is way too cold for me, but the girls are enjoying it. The other day Alia came to me with a request. “Mom, you know how I need a new bathing suit? This time, I want one with a top and a…
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We arrived in California Friday night. So of course, Saturday morning we headed to the beach. It was a clear, windy day and the wind was c.o.l.d! We walked along the beach and explored the rocks and tidepools. There were big starfish latched on to the side of the rocks and sea anemones in the…
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It would be a great idea if every family took a road trip across the great land we call the United States. There are so many amazing places to see and interesting people to meet. Plus, you will build great family memories and learn a lot of lessons in flexibility. We left Colorado and traveled…