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And to Ethiopia: March 2009
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From Deutschland mit love. Thoughtful Auntie KK brought back this animal/numbers book for our child. Too cute! I have no idea what it says, but I get the idea. Flip the flap and count what's beneath. Danke! I can do a lot, but only slowly it seems. It's the story of my life, really. I was much too impatient to wait for Rob to get home from work to put it all together, so I began. I began around nine this morning, and now it's almost one. They are miniature! Why should it take so long? A family from our a...
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And to Ethiopia: October 2008
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Actually, there were two referrals! Not just the one from the last entry.) AND, one family had a successful court date this week! Two more families have court dates next week. Such good news! Another family recently received their referral for their son. Such good news! Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away." (Rev. 21:1). Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace" (Ephesians 4:3). Although soon I'll be an honora...
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And to Ethiopia: The last entry.
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People have asked about our trip. I really cannot tell about it, really, without getting very upset. Fortunately for you, Reader, you'll be spared my red face, popping veins, and frantic tears. (A huge sigh.). I think that it's Rob Bell's writing style that aggravates me so, and here I am about to give him a nod. Ugh. The Bethany staff in Ethiopia is amazing. We were all so blessed by their hard work, passion, and care. Thank God for them! Please pray for them. Holy rain, Batman! Neither Rob nor I could ...
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And to Ethiopia: August 2009
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People have asked about our trip. I really cannot tell about it, really, without getting very upset. Fortunately for you, Reader, you'll be spared my red face, popping veins, and frantic tears. (A huge sigh.). I think that it's Rob Bell's writing style that aggravates me so, and here I am about to give him a nod. Ugh. The Bethany staff in Ethiopia is amazing. We were all so blessed by their hard work, passion, and care. Thank God for them! Please pray for them. Holy rain, Batman! Neither Rob nor I could ...
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And to Ethiopia: God willing, by this time tomorrow...
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God willing, by this time tomorrow. We will be waiting at our gate at the airport, probably sharing a tall, soy mocha with no whip cream. AH! And, by the way, our son is THE BEST LOOKING BABY IN THE WORLD! Yes, I made that superlative statement, and I will not retract it. We received updated photos of him this morning, and. wow. He has the most beautiful eyes with these expressive, quirky eyebrows. So excited for you! Praying for safe travels and incredible moments and memories! Have an AMAZING time!
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And to Ethiopia: January 2009
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It's been a while since Rob and I have been able to do something practical towards our adoption, since we're waiting, waiting. Today, however, we get to go in for our homestudy update. Our immigration paper is going to expire in the next couple of months and so we are starting to work towards its extension. It's such a small event, but it's exciting. Have I become an adoption nerd? I mean, I've been nerdy all of my life, so I guess that it just follows. Ha! God is too good. He is. too good to us. Two fam...
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And to Ethiopia: November 2008
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Following is my post from last Christmas Eve. I thought of it yesterday, on Thanksgiving, because we had Christmas music playing as we helped our friends put up their tree before and after dinner. As soon as I heard the first line of this song, I thought of our adoption. You should click on the link. And, the sentiments are still the same. maybe even more so. It's another Christmas and Baby E. is still not home. Sigh. Is the information about sponsoring a child in Ethiopia. We are all so connected. Uncle...
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And to Ethiopia: Home... and the biggest sigh ever.
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Home and the biggest sigh ever. We are home. This is going to be so short, because I'm still travel woozy, but. Girum (Amazing) Tadege (God has saved him.) Israel Robert Stensberg! You can call him Israel, or Izzy. AWWWW .WELCOME HOME! He is so CUTE! I am so happy that he is home with you now! He is beautiful you must be filled with such joy its bursting. I cant wait to meet him. He looks nice and healthy. Glad your home safe. Billie, Jeff and Gideon. Congratulations to you guys! We are in love! That bab...
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And to Ethiopia: Too sweet
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I'm still not prepared to write about our trip. Until then, here is another look:. He is adorable. Congratulations, Amy and Rob! He is seriously SO gorgeous! I cant even stand it! Are you having lots of fun! Congratulations Rob and Amy! We are so excited for you guys. I was talking with your Mom the other day and asked if she had seen her grandson yet. She gave me your blog link so I spent the morning reading all about your journey. You have to be so excited! Enjoy every minute with him! A Taste of Africa.
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And to Ethiopia: June 2009
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G has more clothes than Rob and I do together! Thank you so much to everyone that's passed along baby outfits. Once he's home, we'll re-assess and see where he is and how quickly he is growing. But for now, we're set! Now that I'm done with work, I can get to work. Ha! Yesterday, my sister and I spent some time packing for G. K was as good as a vacuum packer, compressing each of G's outfits, along with a diaper (Shouldn't those packages be easier to open? Into a zip-top bag. (Thanks for the idea, J!