Nothing to report on our journey to adoption. Still working on several fundraisers. In December, we have a golf tournament on the 19th and we are working the concession stand for a Toys For Tots softball tournament.

Every day, I am amazed at God's perfect timing for everything in our lives. It's very obvious that He knows exactly what He is doing! :)

Last Sunday night at choir practice, I did the devotion. I have never done it before and tend to be afraid of speaking in front of people. For weeks, when asked if I wanted to do the devotion, I relied with a very firm, "No." Well, God had others plans and little did I know but He was preparing my heart to share on faith. I really don't remember what I said. I think the Holy Spirit just took over and spoke through me. Now I am ready to go it again!

This morning on the way to school, Mason was talking about how excited he will be when we have to get on a plane to pick up Ellison and that he wants to feed her her first bottle. Then he asked, "Mom, why do I get water in my eyes every time I think about Ellison?" I told him that the "water" was just his love for Ellison spilling over. God has given me the most precious boy to call my son! Now....I have water in my eyes.....Do you?

Four months ago today, we decided to adopt. Since that day, I have learned so much about love, patience and God's undeniable presence. I have learned that yes, it is possible to love and miss someone that I have never met. My prayer life has grown tremendously. We have been presented to three situations. Although we were not chosen to parent those babies, they are permanently on my prayer list. All three birth mothers are also on my daily prayer list. I have met some great friends who I may never meet in person. I have felt my heart break and then be restored with new hope. This journey of adoption is an unbelievable adventure full of tears, prayer, friendship, love, struggles and most importantly HOPE. There are days when I feel so discouraged but during those days, my faith is increased and my hope is renewed. Thank you for all of your prayers and support! We look forward to the days ahead as we continue our journey to Ellison.

Where We Are

Everyone that we see wants to know "When is Ellison coming home?" Well, here is where we are in this incredible journey. We are still waiting to be matched with a birth mother. Our prayer has been that we will have a baby by Christmas. What an amazing gift she would be! But we also know that God is in control of this adoption and we will try to be patient... although being patient is not at all easy.

We are keeping busy with various fundraisers. Adoption is extremely costly and we are panicking a little bit about that. We are selling t-shirts so if you haven't ordered one yet, please do! Brett is hosting a golf tournament on December 12 at Parris Island. I am really excited about the tournament. It should be a big money maker! We are also going today to schedule a fundraiser at Pizza Inn so stay tuned for more information on that!

Anyway, thanks to everyone for your constant support and prayers!