And... the home study visit arrives on our door step this Saturday. I feel there are still so many things to prepare for. In my "perfect world of perfection", I like order. I prefer things to be just so. I prefer a clean house, a manicured lawn, and checking off items on my to-do list. Let's just say I am learning to let that all go.
While we will do our best to have our house sparkling, is that really what matters in the process of an adoption home visit? Definitely not.
Although it may be time for the home study, and I don't feel 100% prepared, time is precious. I desire not to get caught up in the unknown, the uncontrollable, and the unimportant, but to prepare my heart and mind with the love of Christ. It is only because of Him that our love is able to flow out to others. I am so grateful to be going through an adoption and understanding more than ever what it means to be loved by God.
I want to focus on my time with God and what He desires to teach me this week, time with Chris and continuing the beautiful conversations we are having, and time with friends and family. Sounds perfect to me.
Time . . . how will you spend it this week?
Much love,
I love praying for you guys. God is going to bless you in this. Bart...
ReplyDeleteBart, thank you for your prayers. We certainly felt them. The home study went very well and our social worker was so warm/caring. She made us feel so comfortable.
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Jessica
I'm glad it went well. Can't wait to hear more!
ReplyDeleteLove you!
Thank you, Amelia. I can't wait to have our family photo taken by you!!! Love you sweet friend!!!
ReplyDeleteJust thinking of you today! I'm so glad to see that the home study went well. That is great! One step closer...
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