We have our first home study appointment this afternoon. In case anyone is not sure exactly what a home study is....
A home study is a document to verify that you qualify to adopt a child. A home study professional meets with you in your home to ask you various questions about your background, your values, the strengths of your marriage, your finances, and your reasons for adopting - in addition to other questions. It is not a white-glove inspection. In South Carolina this professional is called a certified adoption investigator.
I am not nervous about it because we are who we are. I am anxious to meet the "investigator". Here is a picture of the paperwork for our home study.... so far!
2 comments:
I am so excited for your family. You are great parents and I am sure that will show in tonights meeting. I too know there is a little girl out there somewhere for you and that your souls will meet one day. On that fateful day, you will not be the only ones receiving a blessing, you will be the blessing that sweet baby has been longing for. What a wonderful day that will be!!
Lord God, I ask you to be with the Westerfields as they go through this home study. Replace any fear or anxiety with peace and comfort that only you can bring. I know this is your will and I pray that the entire process be smooth and enjoyable for them. These are events that they will remember the rest of their lives. Also be with Ellison~Brooke where ever she is at this moment, wrap your arms around her until her Mommy, Daddy and little brother can be there to help protect and love on her. Lord, be with everyone involved in the process and guide this adoption and we will give you all the Glory! In the precious name of Jesus I pray, Amen
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