Pass it Forward

I have found a lot of encouragement through reading other families blog about their adoptive experiences. Even though I have never met these people, I feel a deep understanding and connection to what they are going through. I was especially touched by this post from Amy at Building The Blocks.

Amy's family has started a "pass it forward" adoption fundraiser. When an anonymous donor paid in full to cover the entire expense of their adoption, they were deeply touched. Amy's family felt compelled to "pass it forward" to others. They did so by fundraising for other families. They were able to give $10,000 to a family in the process of trying to adopt.

It is amazing to me how one person can change the life of so many people.

I think it would be easy for them to say, "We are blessed to have our adoption paid for. Good luck to the rest of you!" Instead, they have chosen to pass this amazing gift forward to other adoptive families. Amy has some profound words in saying:

"God blesses us so that we can bless others."