After over 3 years of waiting, we finally have our referral for our precious Kate. We are still in total shock, and are beyond excited. "How did this happen?" ,you ask, "I thought you had several more years to wait!" Well, we did- and then God sent us a HUGE surprise.
Several months ago our adoption agency went to China to look for children to include in their "Hope Project". When they returned we got an email saying that they met over 50 children who they were going to put on a list for us to look at if we were interested in adopting any of them. They said that the orphanage they went to was the nicest orphanage they had ever been in. That the nannies genuinely loved the children and that there was a much higher nanny to babies ratio than normal. On Thursday, April 30th the list was up and I sat and cried as I looked at all of their faces. We asked for additional information on three little girls but really did not expect to hear back on any of them because there were 100's of people looking at the list. On Saturday morning, May 9th I came down stairs and Brian told me to check my email. I said, "OK" and proceeded to fix breakfast. He said, "No, I mean NOW!" When I opened my email and saw that we had an email from our agency I started shaking all over. We had been chosen to review the file of the most beautiful little girl! She had a congenital heart disease but had a surgery in March to correct the problem. The next few days were a blur as I contacted 5 different doctors with her medical information. All five doctors gave us two thumbs up- we couldn't believe it. They all said it would be highly unlikely for her to have any long term effects from her heart condition. After a ton of prayer Brian and I had a peace that this little girl was indeed our Kate! It is still so unbelievable. We went from thinking we had another 3 years to wait until we got our referral, to finding out that our sweet little girl was already alive and waiting for us to come get her. We will travel to get her in 3 to 6 months (praying for 3- not 6). So by Thanksgiving, we will have her home!
In order to share any pictures or information about her, we have to make our blog private. If you would like to continue reading about our journey to Kate- and see her adorable picture- please send me an email to amybethskinner@gmail.com and put "blog invite" in the subject. The blog will go private in the next few weeks. Also, make sure to leave messages on the blog- I will print them for her to read one day.
Thank you for continuing to encourage us as we have walked this long journey. Only a few more steps now and she will be in our arms!!!!!!!
9 comments:
OH MY GOSH OH MY gosh OH MY GOSH!!!!! I have chills!!!!! You have your Kate!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm beyond excited and I really, really can't wait to see her picture and to find out more about her...like how old she is!!! I am SO excited!!!!!!!! CONGRATS to mama, daddy and big bro Brett!!!!
Your Kate is finally coming home. We are all thrilled. My girls ask about her everyday. We would love to get a picture of her to put with Brett's so we can pray for her in the mornings.
I count it a privlege to have walked with you and Brian (from a distance) on this journey. You both have taught me what it really means to love unconditionally, wait patiently, and give until it hurts. You are fabulous parents. God is good to give Layu to you. Wouldn't it be cool if you could meet her on the 5th...regardless we will think of your new family of 4 especially on that day of the month!
I love you dearly. Cannot wait to meet her.
Aunt Katie G and your crazy California family:)
So happy for you! I saw your notice on FB and just had to come over to see what was going on! :-) Would love to be invited when you go private :-)
I AM SO EXCITED!! I still check your blog everyday and couldn't believe my eyes!! God is good!! Kate is coming HOME!! I can't wait to meet her! What a blessing!
AB! Wow. I cannot think of a better word to describe how I am feeling right now. It is so wonderful to see the fruits of sooo many prayers being answered! No one deserves this little Kate more than you guys. What a blessing she is and will continue to be for your family! I am beyond excited for you all. YES! Include me on the blog list for sure! Cant wait to meet you, precious Kate. You have the most precious Mommy. You are so blessed little one! Way to go Brett!! Congrats to you big brother!
I am so excited for you!!!!!!!
sending you an email now...
xo
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I"M SO EXCITED for you! Wow. I can't wait to see her pictures and to hear all about your adventure! Praising God for this amazing gift!
That is fantastic!!!! I can't believe it! Can't wait to see a picture and hear a few more details!!!!
Sweet Kate...
We have all been waiting and praying for you and now the time is here. To see your sweet face in the picture is just too exciting. We cannot wait for you to arrive home! We will be praying for that time to come quickly! I know for your mommy and daddy that day cannot come fast enough. Love you sweet girl! We'll see you soon! You are such a gift to all of us!
Love, Aunt Stacy and the Indy Oklands
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