We have finally come to the close of what has quite possibly been the craziest, busiest, most stressful season for our family, ever. And now . . . we’re exhausted. In the last three weeks, we have moved out of our old house, lived with my parents for a week, overseen minor renovations along with [...]
Merry Christmas!
So Thankful . . .
Let them give thanks to the LORD for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for men, for he satisfies the thirsty and fills the hungry with good things. Psalm 107:8-9 This has been an amazing year for us, and, as it comes to a close, we look back in awe at all of the [...]
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, so it [...]
Nine Months Old
Life has been moving fast over the last few weeks, and it takes all this momma has just to keep up. Both boys are growing like weeds and are definitely setting some Picker/Stanford records in the size department. Josiah is a whopping 22 pounds now, but, trust me, at the end of the day he [...]
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 popcorn. We loved [...]