Good afternoon! Today Em and I took off for Detroit to meet with one of her writing friends from Minnesota. We met at Big Boy for breakfast with Libby, Starr, Carolyn, Mrs. Thompson, Em and I. We left at 5:30 this morning and returned ~12:30 this afternoon. Had a great nap, catching up on my mail and then will continue packing for our upcoming vacation to the UP in Michigan.
No new news on referrals. The above quote is from Oswald Chambers and so fits my life. We do continue to trust God for our children here in Michigan and those to come from Liberia. The waiting for the children in Liberia is like a full term lady waiting to have her baby born. You look so forward to seeing that little one(s) and feel like you can't wait--but wait we do!
Some of the questions that I receive from many people in regards to our adoption are:
When will the children arrive? Answer: God only knows
How old are the children? answer: At first we were desiring twin baby girls under age 2, now we will pray for His guidance on the ages of the children. Some people say stick with your original desire of twin girls, others say be open to what God has for your family.
Why is it so expensive to adopt? answer: There are alot of expenses that Acres of Hope have: medical clinics, a staff of 45, feeding programs, schools, care for lots of children, medicines, diapers (you name it for needs for the children), medical care for the children at the orphanage, trips to the embassy in Liberia, paperwork for families and children, etc.
How long does it take to get a child from Liberia? Usually ~12 months. If you compare this to China, it takes 18-24 months, 2 trips overseas and about $30,000 per child, same for Guatamala and Russia. So Liberia is pretty quick and affordable when it comes to adoption. It is still a new program but many have had great adoption experiences.
Why not adopt domestically? There are alot of children who need families here in America. We personally have been called to adopt from Liberia. Liberia has no built in government system (like foster care, family services, insurance) like we have here in America. The cost to adopt domestically is ~$15,000 + per child (this normally includes legal fees, birth mom's expenses, finalization of adoption). If you are interested in adopting domestically, obey God and do it.
How's the adoption going? We are already to receive referrals for the children. We have done all the paperwork, applied to all the right people, so we are just waiting for the right children to come into the orphanage and for Donna to call!
Please pray for God's timing on when we will hear who the right children are for our fam! Thanks and hope to hear from you soon!
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It was great to see you today :). Praying for you in this adventure.
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