We got the news today that the boy we were hoping to get is going to be with the family CPA had picked for him. He never knew we existed, so for that I am grateful, that made it easier on him, but we are disappointed. We will continue on our journey trusting God for just the right one.

As the day comes to a close I am sitting on my back porch listening to the crickets and to someone's chime sing me a lullaby. Today we thought we might hear some news about a child we want but probably won't get. We didn't hear anything yet about him. So, for tonight, I grab my gratitude journal and write.....(I am grateful for..) His timing, that He knows, the cool night breeze, the back porch, daughters who hang with me, orange smoothies, wheelbarrow rides, Bible study, friends who check on me, "I love you"s, anticipation of corporate prayer, safe arrivals, and of course, bright hope for tomorrow. Thanks for praying for us, we need it.

I thought we should give an update, there is little happening really, but we have submitted on 7 different children (we will only adopt one though). Two boys and 5 girls. We didn't realize this part would take so long, we are anxious to have him/her home with us, but we trust the Lord's timing. Wish there was more to report, but thanks for asking about it and praying for us.

Well, we got news today that we were too late in submitting our home study on the boy we are interested in adopting. They have already picked a family for him, though it is not a done deal. I am grateful he will have a family soon. We are continuing to pray because the process is not complete and it still could change and then we might have a chance at adopting him. I want God to do what is best for the boy, I was hoping that included him becoming our son. I rest, wait and trust, I know the Lord knows what is best. I am so grateful we have the agency we are working with, they really care for us. Please keep praying for us as we go down this road. Thanks.