Archive for the ‘Adoption’ Category
Why are we adopting . . . again?
By now you’ve had the chance to hear our news. Yep. We’re adopting again. We sent in our application on Ethiopian Christmas Day, January 7. A couple weeks ago, we had our first home study visit in our home; next week, Casey and I will meet with our social worker for one last interview. I’m [...]
Two Problems
So we’re finally settling in from our recent move over here at the Picker House. We are feeling very happy and very blessed. We love our new house; we have lots of room, lots of yard space, and even more toys. In fact, there’s another thing we have lots of around here: BOYS.
BOY #1 [...]
Out of My Comfort Zone
I was asked to share our adoption story at Community Bible Study this week. Casey and I have made a point to discuss our story and adoption/orphan care whenever we have the opportunity, so I was more than willing to share with the wonderful ladies at CBS. Our story feels big and multi-faceted, [...]
Ethiopia Days Seven, Eight, & Home
On Wednesday, we had our farewell ceremony at the Holt Care Center. When we arrived, the staff whisked Josiah upstairs and changed him into his traditional Ethiopian outfit. He was so adorable in it, even though it was a little too big.
They served us the traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony: coffee and [...]
Ethiopia Days Five & Six
On Monday morning, we woke up bright and early to make our return trip to Addis. I was sad to leave the beautiful Ethiopian countryside, but so, so anxious to get back to our little boy.
This day was definitely a turning point for me; this was the day when Josiah Marefu became [...]