Adoption Buddies

Going through the process of adoption has definitely shown us how small the world is. We have met many people, both in person and in cyberville, who have been touched by adoption.

Recently, my good friend Tara introduced me to a family who adopted two boys from Ethiopia through our adoption agency. We spent an evening at an adorable place called The Well, drinking tea and coffee and munching on sweets. I sat enthralled, listening to the story of this family's adoption, from paperwork to travel to living together at home! I am so thankful to hear about another family's journey, and Brian and I are so encouraged to see a family that isn't just surviving, but thriving after being woven together through adoption. Needless to say, after that meeting, I've started a list of practical tips that this family has shared with us, and we're excited to add to it. There is nothing like the wisdom that comes with experience.

Months ago, Brian and I were thrilled when we heard from a fellow church member that another couple in the congregation was adopting a child from Ethiopia, and they were in a similar stage of the process. Well, it has taken too long, but this weekend we finally met them for breakfast. They have a referral of a precious baby boy, and they are waiting for their court date and the time to travel to bring him home forever. I can't stop thinking about how lucky we are to have another family to relate too and learn with during the journeys of growing our families. Not only that, but how awesome is it that our little ones will be able to grow up together?!

We're so thankful and so excited about these new friends. We can't describe them in any other way but blessings straight from God.