God's timing is perfect. It's hard to remember that during the waiting process. After having some hiccups and our "final approval" being postponed by a few days we were finally notified that we were "Open"! Ten minutes later we had a call for a placement. There was only one problem, she was a couple hours away and they had to figure out how to get her to us. ONLY.. B was in the same city.. two hours away and was happy to pick her up. God's timing is perfect.
So, I won't lie. The first week was a huge adjustment for us all. I can't imagine what goes through a child's mind during this time, it breaks my heart to even think about it. Our kiddos were teetering between excitement, sorrow, and a little fear. It's confusing having a new person in the mix and not knowing how to act or what to say can be just as stressful on little ones. I guess I hadn't really thought about that aspect. You try and prepare as best you can, but really there is nothing that can truly prepare you for a specific child and situation. God has a way of equipping you as you go. You just have to keep your faith in Him. So that is what we have done. Our family has grown from 4 to 5 for now and our lives are so much richer because of it. Already I dread goodbyes, even on days where I'm exhausted both mentally and physically. In two weeks this little girl has worked her way into all of our hearts. I just pray that we can be whatever she needs us to be in this season of her little life.
Some of my favorite moments over the last couple of weeks:
1. We dressed up for our youth ministry night.. 50's style and B pulled his hair back.. Little bit says: "You're hair is ridiculous" You really have to hear it pronounced to fully appreciate it.
2. The nightly request for "You are my Sunshine"
3. Hearing Connor try and sooth a sad little girl and explain why Abby just wants to go to sleep.
4. Walking around the neighborhood with our "Scooter Gang"
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