What a joy it has been to be with the orphans these last few days. Ms. Anna has been riding up to me on the bike. I was so into her smile and overjoyed that she was purposing towards me that, oops she hit my 11 year old nephew. Yes, he was fine.
Lots of smiles and hugs the past few days. The other girls went to the dentist yesterday. So I went to check on Anna after nap time. She was hiding under the covers. I slowly pulled back the covers to see her smiling face and receive a big hug.
Artum and Andrew have had a great time with each other. My family has enjoyed playing with each and every orphan visiting. They are a great group of kids!
Today at home. Yuck! We will not be able to visit the orphans for 4 days. We will see them Friday night. There is much we need to do here. We have been with them from 9-9 for days now. So laundry must be done and other chores.
We serve and awesome God who's plans are perfect even if we do not understand them.
I feel blessed to be a part of Reach Orphans with Hope's program. It is wonderful to see it in action. It is great to see and meet the children that have been adopted and their families. What great hope for a better life for these children's future.
"Through the Word we are put together and shaped up for the tasks God has for us." 2 Timothy 3:17
I can't wait to see and meet who God puts with us when the orphans arrive at our home.
Saturday, June 21, 2008
Visit ROw/Hope children
I am enjoying the time I am able to spend with the orphans from Ukraine. Andrew says he is glad he came home from the beach with me to be with them. He and Artem(s)are playing well together.
Reachorphanswithhope.org is the website to see visiting hours. If you have any questions about their schedule you can call me. I would love for ya'll to come meet and play with the children. The home is off Valleydale Rd. They will be out of town several days visiting with church groups.
I've had the privilege to tuck in the girls at night. What a joy and pleasure to get to know them better. Good night hugs and kisses are a bonus.
Two of the girls arrive tonight. Two more are still working on paperwork. Keep them in your prayers.
Reachorphanswithhope.org is the website to see visiting hours. If you have any questions about their schedule you can call me. I would love for ya'll to come meet and play with the children. The home is off Valleydale Rd. They will be out of town several days visiting with church groups.
I've had the privilege to tuck in the girls at night. What a joy and pleasure to get to know them better. Good night hugs and kisses are a bonus.
Two of the girls arrive tonight. Two more are still working on paperwork. Keep them in your prayers.
Thursday, June 19, 2008
Reach Orphans w/ Hope group arrive
Yesterday we spent they day with the youngest we hope to adopt. What a priviledge to tuck her into bed last night. She is being hosted by the Reach Orphans with Hope group. Andrew also met Artem, they have been penpals.
A small group, in age and size. They were enjoying swimming and bikes. They also went to the dentist. I plan on spending as much time as possible with them they short time they are here. 2 had visa problems, 2 other paperwork problems and 1 ill. 9 of 14 arrived and hopefully some others will arrive soon.
Hosting paperwork is not simple and depends on the Ukr gov.
Still August 4th apt date for the children we are hosting.
A small group, in age and size. They were enjoying swimming and bikes. They also went to the dentist. I plan on spending as much time as possible with them they short time they are here. 2 had visa problems, 2 other paperwork problems and 1 ill. 9 of 14 arrived and hopefully some others will arrive soon.
Hosting paperwork is not simple and depends on the Ukr gov.
Still August 4th apt date for the children we are hosting.
Saturday, June 14, 2008
August arrival
I received a call from the hosting company. The appointment date is August 4th and they hope the arrival date will be August 5th. I'm very disappointed, and I know others are also. These are things that I have no control over.
School for the orphans starts back September 1. They will have to be back by that date. We are hoping to keep them until the end of August. Their 10 week trip will be shortened to 4 (or less).
We will make a new schedule as soon as I have confirmation they have paid for the plane tickets. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
The BBQ/ Car Wash at Palmerdale First Baptist today was a great success. Thanks to all who worked,donated, or/and bought food. God was good and the rain stopped in time to begin serving food and washing cars.
"God's plans endure forever; His purposes last eternally." Psalm 33:11
"God keeps His promise, and He will not allow you to be tested beyond your power to remain firm; at the time you are put to the test, He will give you the strength to endure it, and so provide you with a way out." 1 Corinthians 10:13
God has been so good to use many to help provide for the orphans coming. I trust He will send them in His perfect time. The more time that passes, the more people hear of their coming. The better their chances are for finding homes and bringing awareness to the problem.
Yes, but I morn the time we have lost with them.
School for the orphans starts back September 1. They will have to be back by that date. We are hoping to keep them until the end of August. Their 10 week trip will be shortened to 4 (or less).
We will make a new schedule as soon as I have confirmation they have paid for the plane tickets. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
The BBQ/ Car Wash at Palmerdale First Baptist today was a great success. Thanks to all who worked,donated, or/and bought food. God was good and the rain stopped in time to begin serving food and washing cars.
"God's plans endure forever; His purposes last eternally." Psalm 33:11
"God keeps His promise, and He will not allow you to be tested beyond your power to remain firm; at the time you are put to the test, He will give you the strength to endure it, and so provide you with a way out." 1 Corinthians 10:13
God has been so good to use many to help provide for the orphans coming. I trust He will send them in His perfect time. The more time that passes, the more people hear of their coming. The better their chances are for finding homes and bringing awareness to the problem.
Yes, but I morn the time we have lost with them.
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Not today
Yes, it is somewhat a sad day. We do not have the orphans today. We had been told this would be their arrival date. But I have joy in knowing God is in charge and has it all under control.
I hope to hear their arrival date soon. I'm trusting in God.
Hebrews 13:8 I will never leave you or forsake you.
We had a nice evening with Ricky's family. They were encouraging. Being there also took our mind off of our to do list.
First Baptist Palmerdale is having a BBQ this weekend. Saturday from 12 - 5. Boston Butts $20.00 Plates $8.00 Meal for 4 to go $30.00
Car wash begins at 10.
All money goes to help orphans.
I hope to hear their arrival date soon. I'm trusting in God.
Hebrews 13:8 I will never leave you or forsake you.
We had a nice evening with Ricky's family. They were encouraging. Being there also took our mind off of our to do list.
First Baptist Palmerdale is having a BBQ this weekend. Saturday from 12 - 5. Boston Butts $20.00 Plates $8.00 Meal for 4 to go $30.00
Car wash begins at 10.
All money goes to help orphans.
Friday, June 6, 2008
Joy and peace
What a great Bible verse this morning.
"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." Romans 15:13
I'm trusting in Him. I'm overflowing with hope. Hope for a future for these orphans. Hope for a great summer. Many unknows.
I don't see movies often. I did love the lines in Narnia about not knowing if he was ready and then the lion says "that's how I know you are ready." God uses us when we are ready to be molded. Not full of ourselves or overconfident. My confidence is in Christ that He will provide whatever is needed this summer. He will make each of us into what we need to be for these children. If, we are willing.
We still need gift cards for clothes and meals.
"joy and peace as you trust in Him"
"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." Romans 15:13
I'm trusting in Him. I'm overflowing with hope. Hope for a future for these orphans. Hope for a great summer. Many unknows.
I don't see movies often. I did love the lines in Narnia about not knowing if he was ready and then the lion says "that's how I know you are ready." God uses us when we are ready to be molded. Not full of ourselves or overconfident. My confidence is in Christ that He will provide whatever is needed this summer. He will make each of us into what we need to be for these children. If, we are willing.
We still need gift cards for clothes and meals.
"joy and peace as you trust in Him"
Thursday, June 5, 2008
Waiting - with patience
The Ukraine has given a apointment date. It is later than we would like. We are praying they move up the date.
I've been painting - to hang up blinds, cleaning out closets, drawers and reorganizing. Much to do before their arrival. We still need to pick up beds that friends are allowing us to borrow and a ice maker. We also need to build shelves for the laundry room.
I will say I have moments of weeping. I trust God in His perfect plan. I still have a heart ache knowing that the 6 year, old we hope to adopt, will not be staying with us. The things I had ready for her seem to cause the most tears.
Honestly I had a dresser full of clothes for three 6 - 8 year old girls. Now I don't think any that age are coming. My 2 older girls have generously both offered to allow this unidentified child to sleep in their rooms. The oldest will be sharing with a 15 year old this summer. I'm hoping the 6th child will be a girl around 10. We will see.
Blessings.
....Patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Rom 12:12
I've been painting - to hang up blinds, cleaning out closets, drawers and reorganizing. Much to do before their arrival. We still need to pick up beds that friends are allowing us to borrow and a ice maker. We also need to build shelves for the laundry room.
I will say I have moments of weeping. I trust God in His perfect plan. I still have a heart ache knowing that the 6 year, old we hope to adopt, will not be staying with us. The things I had ready for her seem to cause the most tears.
Honestly I had a dresser full of clothes for three 6 - 8 year old girls. Now I don't think any that age are coming. My 2 older girls have generously both offered to allow this unidentified child to sleep in their rooms. The oldest will be sharing with a 15 year old this summer. I'm hoping the 6th child will be a girl around 10. We will see.
Blessings.
....Patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Rom 12:12
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