A Christmas Tree Fundraiser

We are so grateful for some friends of ours who planned a fundraising event this holiday season on our behalf. They own a local Christmas Tree Farm and if you present this voucher, half the proceeds will be donated towards our adoption!

The location is a U-Cut property with saws for you to use, but I noticed that they had some pre-cut trees too. And don't forget the beautiful wreaths and hot cocoa. They will shake and bail your tree on the spot too. Our tree is just lovely and it smells yummy too.

Feel free to print this photo and use it this season. Thanks guys!

November numbers

Not much to report this month on the adoption front. We received our November numbers.

On the girls list we remained the same at number 43.


On the boys list we lost a spot at number 32.


And on the siblings list we lost two spots and moved to number 14.


I am reminded once again of God's perfect timing. This has been a journey of trust and patience.....two areas I know my heart needs refining on. The wait to bring a child into our home is long, but it is worth it. Hoping that next Thanksgiving will bring a new member of the family to be blessed by and grateful for.


Inspired by this week by This post.

Awareness

I heard on the radio that November is adoption awareness month. The program mentioned the ridiculous number of kids in the U.S. who are in need of being adopted. Most of them are in the foster care system for three years before they 'age out' and are sent to live a life on their own. I can't imagine what it would be like to be 18 and sent out into the world without parents to turn to. Without any real direction. Growing up without really feeling wanted, or valued, or adored.

It's so sad to think about. Compounded by how our Nation handles these broken kids with that of all the children in third world countries living on the street, or in child imprisonment camps.

I'm not sharing all of this to be a 'Debbie Downer,' because really for me, adoption is something I treasure and am so passionate about. Yet, the need is so overwhelming at times I hope more people will consider how they can help.

I want to share a blog post that touches a bit on all these things, but primarily on how to help and understand families who choose adoption.





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