Well a year and a half on our agency's waitlist. It was 2 years ago on Jan 3rd that we sent our application and started this process officially. And it has been 18 months since we've just been waiting. About 12 more months than we ever imagined. 8 months at that time was a decent wait. But none the less, we will continue to wait until God puts her in our lap and we see her face for the first time.
We are getting closer and that gives us lots of HOPE. We got Chloe a bunch of Christmas ornaments and hair bows this year to let her know we were thinking of her at Christmas. Today (our 18 month mark) is actually Christmas in Ethiopia (Melkam Genna!). Such a rich history of Christianity in Ethiopia. Legend has it that King Balthazar was from Ethiopia and was one of the magi who presented frankinscence to our Lord when they came to worship the newborn King. I keep learning bits here and there about this wonderful land that we already love and that will be a part of us forever. Every family that travels comes home with a deep love and appreciation for Ethiopia's people and culture. I can't wait to have our turn!
So unofficially we are #
Please pray that we can move to the teens soon. Or for there to be the perfect toddler girl for us. Although there is quite a wait for girls in front of us, I am not sure about the ages that they are requesting. We could be #5 for a 2-3 year old girl. I do know someone who received their referral at 19!!! Others have received them in the 20's and even low 30's.
Anyways, even though I get down a bit---I have been so blessed with words of hope and encouragement this past month, especially at Christmas and from our pastor. I know God's timing is perfect and I will rest in that. But continue to pray, because I do believe in miracles. I have faith that we will meet her sooner than later! Our kids are so ready to meet their sister.
