We have updated the 'Fundraising Progress' tab found at the top of the blog. We are quickly trying to raise the rest of the final amount due to the law firm by the end of this month.
We found out a couple of weeks ago that we have been approved for a $7,000 no interest loan through the ABBA Fund. We are so thrilled with this news. The great thing about this loan (other than the no interest part) is that as we pay back the money, it will be recirculated to help other couples finance their adoption. This is a huge blessing and answer to prayer for us.
However, we did hear back from the other two grants we had applied for. Neither will be able to provide any funds for us at this time. This news was discouraging. But, we know we don't see the big picture. There are many families out there that are welcoming special needs children into their homes or other special situations and maybe they do need it more. We have a tendency to be on the selfish side and think we are most deserving. We are trusting God to provide as He has throughout our journey thus far.
Please be in prayer that we will find the doors we know He will open for us to provide a way to finance bringing home our baby boy. We are so close!
As I write this I am amazed that baby boy is due in only 55 days!! We have been in touch with the birthparents throughout this process. It has truly been a blessing to be able to get to know them. The idea was scary at first, but it has been a ministry to us. I actually crave to hear from them now, because when I am able to speak with them, even if it is only a text message it gives me a peace. The birthmother is doing well. She had another doctor's appointment last week for her glucose test. All is well. She is now in the third trimester and is 32 weeks. She is commenting now that she is getting very uncomfortable and that she is looking forward to the finish line. We are too :)!!
The nursery is coming along very well. My mother is sewing the curtains, bedskirt, and bumper pad cover for us. I will post pictures once we have those things up!
Thank you for your continued encouragement and support. We couldn't do it without our support system of family and friends. While this process can be unpredictable and scary at times we are so thankful to have people around us reminding us to take time to enjoy this time (as normal expectant parents would) and to dwell on the positive. So, that's what we are doing day-by-day trusting our God will provide and placing our worries in His hands so we can remain positive.
The birth parents, the baby, and you continue to be in my prayers daily. I know the financial timeline is looming, the funding is daunting, and can be overwhelming. I will especially lift each of you up, knowing that there is nothing you can't cope with, as He continues to hold you in the palm of His hand. Keep the faith, be courageous, and know life has a way of working out, in ways that you can't possibly imagine. I love you and are holding you close as this incredible journey continues.
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