Things have moved increasingly fast for us with this adoption. As of last week we were #4 on the waiting list for a little boy. Yesterday I got an email that stated we are now #2!! We are so exciting!! The only thing that stands in our way now is finances. You know what? That is not a big deal for our very awesome & faithful God!!
We continue to stand on the Word that came out of our spirits during a rough time while living in China..... WE TRUST YOU LORD,NO MATTER WHAT!!
Please stand with us for a provisional miracle, all the grants that we are applying for get processed fast and that we get a "yes" to all of them and for our little guy in Korea.
Dave and I love you all very much!! Thank You!!
About Me
- Sarah
- I am a daughter, a wife, and a mommy to 2 amazing boys. I have been married for 15 years to my hubs! I love Jesus with all my being. I appreciate a good cup of strong coffee, chocolate, yellow flowers, and my toes in the sand on a sunny FL. day. "What lies Behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us" Emerson.
Friday, November 13, 2009
Monday, October 26, 2009
Excitement is building.....
Ever since we finished our home study the reality that we could get a call about our little guy any minute is just over taking me! I can honestly say that to be a mommy is a huge desire of my heart. I just envision him in all aspects of our lives, I simply cannot wait!! His beautiful dark eyes will be looking into mine very soon!
We mailed off our first grant application today. If you are following along with this blog, please pray in faith that favor surrounds us and that the hand of the Lord moves our application to absolutely the right person!!
Our confessions is that in the Behrens household we do not lack anything!! Praise God that during a time where everything is falling down around us, we can stand in perfect peace and know in whom we trust!!
We mailed off our first grant application today. If you are following along with this blog, please pray in faith that favor surrounds us and that the hand of the Lord moves our application to absolutely the right person!!
Our confessions is that in the Behrens household we do not lack anything!! Praise God that during a time where everything is falling down around us, we can stand in perfect peace and know in whom we trust!!
Sunday, October 18, 2009
Finally Done!!
As stated in this title we are DONE...with what? Our home study. On Thursday Dave weighed in and met his goal weight for S. Korea and then we headed down to Ft. Myers for our fingerprints. After Dave's weigh in at the Drs. we went and had a fabulous lunch. Dave was definitely hungry after not eating for a couple of weeks. I married a great man!! I can't tell you how exciting it is to be done with all that glorious paperwork.
Now, we maintain our peace, patience, joy, and faith as we press on for all the finances to come in and wait for the beautiful picture of our baby boy. Our social worker should be calling us in the next two weeks to talk about timing.
I am starting to think about a nursery theme. I know it is early still, but I am a planner.
Please continue to stand with us for complete provision for our little guy. Our God is always faithful!!
Now, we maintain our peace, patience, joy, and faith as we press on for all the finances to come in and wait for the beautiful picture of our baby boy. Our social worker should be calling us in the next two weeks to talk about timing.
I am starting to think about a nursery theme. I know it is early still, but I am a planner.
Please continue to stand with us for complete provision for our little guy. Our God is always faithful!!
Friday, September 25, 2009
A Little Delayed.....
As stated in my last post, on Wednesday we were suppose to have our physicals which would finish up our homestudy. Well, we went knowing that Dave hadn't hit the weight mark yet, but hoping that she could leave it blank and we could fill it in at a later date. The Dr. wasn't fond of that idea, and we completely understand why. So, I am having to exercise patience and understand as Dave takes these next 14 days to lose the final 10 lbs (that is his goal). The Dr. was extremely kind and told us that she will get us in whenever we are ready. Favor surrounds us like a sheild!
Our social worker called last week and told us that we continue to move up the list. As more and more time passes I am relaxing more and actually feel like this time it is going to happen. We have been waiting so long to be parents. After 2 1/2 years of trying to adopt from China, and heading into this adoption we have been a bit reserved in letting our feelings be totally involved in what we are doing. ....not sure if that makes any sense....it does to me... =)
As each day passes our little guy becomes more real to us. I have visions of him in the back seat of the car when I am driving, playing with his toys at home, and wrestling with his daddy...... What I do know is that this time it is going to happen. He is coming home soon, because God is always faithful and in the business of restoration!
Our social worker called last week and told us that we continue to move up the list. As more and more time passes I am relaxing more and actually feel like this time it is going to happen. We have been waiting so long to be parents. After 2 1/2 years of trying to adopt from China, and heading into this adoption we have been a bit reserved in letting our feelings be totally involved in what we are doing. ....not sure if that makes any sense....it does to me... =)
As each day passes our little guy becomes more real to us. I have visions of him in the back seat of the car when I am driving, playing with his toys at home, and wrestling with his daddy...... What I do know is that this time it is going to happen. He is coming home soon, because God is always faithful and in the business of restoration!
Thursday, September 3, 2009
Shedding the pounds for South Korea
As it seems, Dave and I always have an obstacle to overcome in the adoption arena. It was our age with China and now, Dave needs to shed some lbs for Korea. Crazy.... So, I have decided that I should join Dave in his weight loss movement. I went running this morning, it was my first time in many, many months. However, a little motivation from Joan Jett never hurt anyone. I was jamming to "I love rock 'n roll" on my first stretch, the motivation slowly left as I knew I had to turn around and head home. Fun times!!
On a serious note.... Dave and I are schedule for our physicals on September 23rd. The physicals are the last piece of the puzzle for the completion of our home study. If you are not familiar with adoption jargon, the home study is the nucleus of an adoption.
We are waiting for our paperwork for our I-600. This process involves the Dept. of Homeland Security, I guess it makes sure we are legit. It cost a pretty penny just to fingerprint us. However, all the money in the world is worth bringing our baby home.
Please continue to pray for provision and joy as we continue to move forward. December or January should be the month we receive a referral for our baby.
On a serious note.... Dave and I are schedule for our physicals on September 23rd. The physicals are the last piece of the puzzle for the completion of our home study. If you are not familiar with adoption jargon, the home study is the nucleus of an adoption.
We are waiting for our paperwork for our I-600. This process involves the Dept. of Homeland Security, I guess it makes sure we are legit. It cost a pretty penny just to fingerprint us. However, all the money in the world is worth bringing our baby home.
Please continue to pray for provision and joy as we continue to move forward. December or January should be the month we receive a referral for our baby.
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