Igor has started calling his sister Ramone. Some of you will remember that Igor called his little brother BOC while we were waiting. So, until we can share her name or picture, I will call her Ramone on our blog.
Two weeks ago we heard from our agency that Ramone was sick. No mom ever wants to hear her daughter is sick, especially when she is so far away. So we did the only thing we can do besides getting on a plane to Ethiopia- pray.
This morning is was struck with all sorts of doubts and fears regarding our adoption. I haven't felt any of those things during this entire adoption process. I started worrying about all sorts of things out of my control. Ugh...
My adoption friend Dana post this note on Facebook this morning-
For the righteous will not be moved... He is not afraid of bad news, his heart is firm trusting the Lord. His heart is steady, He will not be afraid. Psalm 112:6-8
These are the words I needed to hear this morning. I will not let bad news scare me. Sure, it can move me to action but I will not fear.
This morning I prayed for good news. What I really wanted to hear is that we had a court date. Instead I received other news form our agency- but good news indeed. Ramone is off medication and doing well now! That's a huge praise!!
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Baby Dolls
Thanks for sharing all your links for baby dolls. Who knew there were so many choices?
Igor helped me pick out this doll. He thought it would be perfect for his sister because of the pink bows in her hair.
You can check out more dolls here
The dolls are handmade by mom who has adopted from Ethiopia.
Some other dolls that were recommended:
http://www.sitinadolls.blogspot.com/
From Pottery Barn
A "Barbie" type doll
And then there is MyTwinn doll- which makes a custom doll that looks just like your child.
Igor helped me pick out this doll. He thought it would be perfect for his sister because of the pink bows in her hair.
The dolls are handmade by mom who has adopted from Ethiopia.
Some other dolls that were recommended:
http://www.sitinadolls.blogspot.com/
From Pottery Barn
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
SHOES!!
Wonderful news!! Sam - Little Goody 2 shoes- has raised enough money to buy shoes for half of the children at Grace Baptist Church's care point in Ethiopia!
Check out her most recent blog post here for all the details. Here's part of her blog post:
I am delighted to say that together we have raised enough money to buy awesome new shoes for 93 of the kids at the Kombolcha care point in Ethiopia! There are still 94 kids at this care point that I would love to bless with new shoes. $18 will buy a good sturdy pair of shoes. As always, 100% of your bottle cap necklace purchase is donated to a special shoe fund at Children's HopeChest.
If you haven't purchased a necklace head on over to her blog! These little girls are three of the orphans who will receive a new pair of shoes because of your generousity.
Check out her most recent blog post here for all the details. Here's part of her blog post:
I am delighted to say that together we have raised enough money to buy awesome new shoes for 93 of the kids at the Kombolcha care point in Ethiopia! There are still 94 kids at this care point that I would love to bless with new shoes. $18 will buy a good sturdy pair of shoes. As always, 100% of your bottle cap necklace purchase is donated to a special shoe fund at Children's HopeChest.
If you haven't purchased a necklace head on over to her blog! These little girls are three of the orphans who will receive a new pair of shoes because of your generousity.
Baby dolls
I would like to buy a washable baby doll for our Ethiopian daughter. I would like the skin tone to be mocha color. If you make dolls or know someone who does please share your blog or website in the comment section or e-mail me privately.
thanks!
thanks!
Friday, February 11, 2011
Hope
One week after the Create for Care Conference I am still soaking it all in. It was amazing to be with 250 adoptive mamas and hear from so many speakers who have adopted.
I would love to share with you all that I learned but I've tried writing several blog posts. Nothing seems right. For now, I will share with you the highlights for me.
There were many amazing speakers but two spoke to me when it comes to orphanage dust. One mom has four adopted children from Russia and the other has EIGHT from Russia! The age range of the children at adoption were about 5-14 years old. These moms have been home for 10 years. I was so encouraged by them because they have been where I am now.
The first thing these moms gave me was HOPE!
Joel 2:25- I will restore to you the years that the swarming locust has eaten.
Then they encouraged me to continue BELIEVING that Igor's wounds, the emotional holes would heal.
1 Peter 2:24- He himself bore our sins in his body on the cross, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; by his wounds you have been healed.
They gave me a tool to speak the words of life into Igor's brokenness. I realized that Igor knows who God is but may not know how God sees him. These words will give Igor language to help him think about who he is in God's eyes.
Igor, you were wonderfully made by God. He knew you before you were born (Psalm 139:14)
God choose you! John 15:16
The love of Christ lives in you! John 17:26
Igor, did you know that you are a child of God? He has given you the ability to be slow to become angry? (James 1:19)
Finally, I should call things that are not as though they are.
When lying- Igor you are not a liar, you are a young man of integrity.
When in or after meltdown mode - You are a young man of self control.
When filled with rage- Igor you are filled with love and compassion.
There is so much more I want to share! I will when I have the words.
I would love to share with you all that I learned but I've tried writing several blog posts. Nothing seems right. For now, I will share with you the highlights for me.
There were many amazing speakers but two spoke to me when it comes to orphanage dust. One mom has four adopted children from Russia and the other has EIGHT from Russia! The age range of the children at adoption were about 5-14 years old. These moms have been home for 10 years. I was so encouraged by them because they have been where I am now.
The first thing these moms gave me was HOPE!
Joel 2:25- I will restore to you the years that the swarming locust has eaten.
Then they encouraged me to continue BELIEVING that Igor's wounds, the emotional holes would heal.
1 Peter 2:24- He himself bore our sins in his body on the cross, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; by his wounds you have been healed.
They gave me a tool to speak the words of life into Igor's brokenness. I realized that Igor knows who God is but may not know how God sees him. These words will give Igor language to help him think about who he is in God's eyes.
Igor, you were wonderfully made by God. He knew you before you were born (Psalm 139:14)
God choose you! John 15:16
The love of Christ lives in you! John 17:26
Igor, did you know that you are a child of God? He has given you the ability to be slow to become angry? (James 1:19)
Finally, I should call things that are not as though they are.
When lying- Igor you are not a liar, you are a young man of integrity.
When in or after meltdown mode - You are a young man of self control.
When filled with rage- Igor you are filled with love and compassion.
There is so much more I want to share! I will when I have the words.
Henry is FOUR!!
Happy birthday Henry! You are FOUR!!
Henry wanted teeny, tiny cakes, and small cakes with blue frosting!
Here he is in his new Toy Story PJ's!
Sunday, February 6, 2011
Henry's lotion
On the way back from the adoption retreat we started talking about the lotion I make for Henry. Here's another oldie but goody post! I have been using this recipe since Jan 2009, and it has never failed me. Henry's skin looks great and stays soft. The lotion is inexpensive compared to name brand lotions.
Jan 22, 2009
My friend and blogger pal Susan has started making body butter for her son. She inspired me to make body butter for Henry since his skin is so dry. Susan's recipe uses Aquaphor but I did not have that on hand so I used Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream. I have had great results with the Cetaphil version. It's the only lotion I use on Henry's skin.
I buy raw shea butter at our local African American beauty supply store. I purchase Cetaphil Moistsuring cream at a big box store
I mixed 6 oz of raw Shea Butter and 3-5 oz of Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream in my KitchenAide mixer for about 10 minutes and wallah, the mixture is like body butter and it keeps Henry's skin from getting ashy. I store the lotion in an air tight container and apply it to Henry's skin once or twice a day. I hope you love the lotion as much as we do!
Jan 22, 2009
My friend and blogger pal Susan has started making body butter for her son. She inspired me to make body butter for Henry since his skin is so dry. Susan's recipe uses Aquaphor but I did not have that on hand so I used Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream. I have had great results with the Cetaphil version. It's the only lotion I use on Henry's skin.
I buy raw shea butter at our local African American beauty supply store. I purchase Cetaphil Moistsuring cream at a big box store
I mixed 6 oz of raw Shea Butter and 3-5 oz of Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream in my KitchenAide mixer for about 10 minutes and wallah, the mixture is like body butter and it keeps Henry's skin from getting ashy. I store the lotion in an air tight container and apply it to Henry's skin once or twice a day. I hope you love the lotion as much as we do!
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