This week was terrible! I can't remember the last time so many bad things have happened in such a short amount of time. Every day I felt like I was treading water just to be able to get enough air to keep breathing. Only one of the events affected me personally, but it is so hard to watch others endure unimaginable loss. And it is now necessary for me to make some tough decisions about my job.
The week almost overshadowed two wonderful weekends. Both of which I am so grateful for. Last weekend my four sisters threw me a family shower back home for our two new additions. It was so fun, and every single person that we invited was able to make it, including some dear friends from childhood I hadn't seen in years. I felt so blessed. Everyone brought 2 presents, one for E. and one for the baby. It was so fun and so special to feel like these 2 kids are being welcomed into my entire family. It is so hard being far away from everyone, but having everyone together at my sister's house made the world seem smaller, at least for a day!
And this weekend! Bright, warm sunshine! The dogs and I did some errands and picked up a bike trailer that fits 2 that Chris has been eyeing for awhile. It was on sale at a consignment shop, and I couldn't resist. I know it'll be awhile before the baby can be jostled around behind a bike, but I hope E. will enjoy riding behind her dad this summer. And there's plenty of room to add our little guy when he is big enough. Chris took the boys to the skate park (their favorite event these days), and I'm sure they're having the time of their lives.
I am enjoying the day, and starting to get really excited about having little ones around again. It has only been 7 months since our foster kids left, but so much has happened in that time, it feels like years ago. I'm feeling rested, and almost ready to jump back in again.
Our court date in Ethiopia is 9 days away. Please pray for E.'s case if you think of it! That her file is complete, and the judge sees everything they need to approve her adoption! I would REALLY like to post that we are the legal parents of our little girl on the 16th!
3 comments:
Carrie I will be praying for your court date. WOW that is so big. I am sorry to hear about your difficult week. I hope you have a better week and if I can do something please let me know. This sounds pretty big. Hang in there my friend--Kimberly
Praying for you Carrie and can't wait to see E's little face all over your blog! I will be in Ethiopia and will hopefully have working internet so I can see your news. I can't wait to meet your little sweetie and get some pictures of her for you.
I WILL be praying too ... now only 5 sleeps until the court hearing!!!!!! I TOO can't wait to see your new DAUGHTER'S BEAUTIFUL face on your blog!!!! AND I can't meet her in person, actually I can't wait until I get to see you next ... ohhhhh sigh!!!
Lots of LOVE
MAria
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