So
we received our first and official number in line with the other West Sands and
Lifeline families who are adopting from Ethiopia this past Friday. We are
number…
Most
people’s reaction as we have told them is: “That’s high”, “Is that where you
were expecting to be”, and “Really…I didn’t think it would be that long”. Well,
initially, I thought our number would be much lower too. However, as we have
become more abreast with the process and updated along the way, we knew we
would be somewhere in the 100s when we received our first number.
At
the same time though, this is a master list that includes all families no
matter what the specifications (age, gender, sibling groups, etc.). In one
perspective, it’s encouraging to know there are 120+ families ready to open
their home and hearts to children who need a family.
So
far, we have been told the average wait time is 12-15 months (shorter or
longer)… I somewhat have a sense it will be longer. Our goal in the waiting is
to pursue God and trust each day that his timing is perfect. We know God has purpose
and plans amongst the waiting.
“but they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength;
they shall mount up with wings like eagles;
they shall run and not be weary;
they shall walk and not faint.”
Isaiah 40:31
“Behold, we consider those blessed who remained steadfast.
You have heard of the steadfastness of Job, and you have seen the purpose of
the Lord, how the Lord is compassionate and merciful.”
James 5:11
Our prayer at this
time is that the steadfastness of our mind and spirit be rooted in our pursuit
and trust in God. We pray that our time of waiting gives Him all the glory!
We want to say thank
you to every one of you who is following us in this journey. Thank you for your
thoughts and prayers. Thank you for every kind word and gesture that so many of
you had made to encourage us! We are forever grateful!
