Jackson Daniel. (We'll call him Jack). We had a wonderful meeting with the birthmother today, and everything is in place for next week's delivery on Wednesday, January 13 at 8:00 AM. We are growing in our faith for this adoption every day. It has been difficult in some ways moving forward and trusting that we are hearing the Lord after what happened with Carver. I think this time we've had a lot more questions, and our social workers have been great about walking us through it all. When it comes down to it, though, we know that God's plans are perfect and he has something better in store. Last Sunday's message (thanks, Vince!) was so encouraging. Looking back at the time we had with Carver, it is tempting to ask "why?" when everything seemed so good, so perfect. And even though we prayed fervently for him to stay, God said "no, this is not my best for you, it will not bring you good." We know that he has heard our prayers, and will not give us a snake or a stone. And even if we never understand why things happen (or will happen) the way they do, we continue to trust that he is good and will work all things for his glory and our good, as he has promised. This fills us with so much hope and joy.
On a different note, we are holding a silent auction fundraiser this Saturday evening to benefit the birthmother as she needs some additional assistance in her recovery period after the baby is born. We think that we have invited all you who live in the area and are keeping up with what's happening in our adoption. However, if we missed you and you didn't get an invitation, please contact Jill. Some email addresses were incorrect, and some of the Evites we sent look like they haven't been received. We would love to have all of you join us for a fun evening of snacks and silent bidding. As mentioned, the proceeds will go to help the birthmom, and any additional amount we make will go toward our legal finalization fees and other baby expenses.
Thanks again, friends, for all of your love and care.
~Stephen and Jill
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