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Not Today
Sweet Mary called with the unwanted news that we did not pass court today. However, it is o.k. The judge is requesting an additional piece of information. My heart feels good knowing that the Ethiopian...
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Tomorrow?
We're all wondering if tomorrow will be the day we pass court. Madison and I walked this evening after dinner. While we were walking and talking she asked me if I would wake her up at 2:00 a.m. so...
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Not Today... Tomorrow?
Mary called to say that Gladney supplied the requested document to the judge today. However, Gladney supplied a copy and the judge requested the original. And if you are thinking the same as we did,...
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We Passed!
In God's perfect timing, we became a family of seven today.It is with great joy and honor that we introduce to you to the newest members of our family... Ellyn Yeabsira (left) Corinne Meserat (right)...
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Multi Tasking Post - Need Your Help
1. Thank You #1: A huge shout out to those of you who have shared pictures and even video (thank you Rebecca!) of our kids! They are priceless. It is a huge encouragement to me to do the same for other...
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We Leave Tomorrow!
Gladney sent this last photo of the kids from ET last week. We leave tomorrow! We'll spend tomorrow night in DC and then leave for ET on Sunday morning. We think it's kind of cool that we'll spend the...
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Alive in Addis
Killing two birds with one stone... sending this to family/friends as well as posting on the blog:WE ARE ALIVE! Today is the first day the modem has worked in our guest house. We have SO much to share....
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Heading Home Tomorrow
Another double post, one for the blog and the other for family and friends. I sat and typed a long note, hit send and the internet connection ended. Ugh! We are all good. Madison is getting her...
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So Glad to Be Home!
We are home! We left for the airport in Addis at 7:00 p.m. Sunday evening or 10:00 a.m. CST. Get this... we arrived home at our house at 5:00 a.m. Tuesday morning. Just in case you are wondering,...
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Pictures in Reverse Order
I loaded a few random photos from the last week. Then I realized blogger loaded them in reverse order and I am way too tired to fix it. (Those of you who know me best, know that this would drive me...
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A Few More Photos
Saying goodbye to our amazing driver, Beki. We all miss him very much. The kids asked to see a picture of him tonight. One of the three like our dog, Zeus. The other two squeal when he walks in their...
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Beginning Week Three
It's hard to believe that we became a family of seven just two short weeks ago. Madison left for church camp this morning. The kids asked where she was when they woke up. I got out the calendar and...
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Week Three in Pictures
Our neighbor's dog, Sparky, came to visit. The kids loved him especially since he was so much smaller than Zeus, our Great Dane. After a nearly traumatizing visit to our pediatrician, all was well at...
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Me No Like, Me No Eat
We hear this at EVERY meal from one particular member of our family. It doesn't matter what it is. It can even be something that she likes. It was getting very old. And on top of it, she always ended...
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Flowers? Children? Jesus Follower?
"He who would have nothing to do with thornsmust never attempt to gather flowers." --UnknownI could expound on the many ways this quote speaks to me at this season in our lives, but I think I will...
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Roses and Thorns
Roses:-Bedtimes are still pretty smooth. The kids like the routine of a short movie after bath and pajamas, brush teeth, book, prayers and lights out. Thanking God for small accomplishments.-We are...
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Sadness and a Haircut
Our two big kids were getting ready for bed while I ended a book and prayed with our three little ones. Up until today, the kids prayed in Amharic. They would pray and say, "Amen." several times during...
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First Day of School
I cannot believe we've been home four weeks and the kids started school today. We now have a 7th grader, a 4th grader, two 1st graders and a Pre-K student. It was a great day. All the kids were excited...
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African Thunderstorm
I first saw this video when my dear friend Kristine posted it on her blog with a dedication to our family. I absolutely LOVE this version of Toto's 'Africa,' mostly because it sounds just like the rain...
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Turning the Corner to Feel a Fresh, New Breeze in the Air
Life is happening around our house. Some good, some rotten, some fantastic and some very, very normal stuff. Some days have been more difficult than I thought I could handle. Others have been filled...
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