#4

I realized this morning that I neglected to post since we found out we're now #4 on the wait list! I must say the reality that any day we will receive a call about our daughter is thrilling. I'm in awe of God's plan.

Over the last few weeks He's been bringing us new community, specifically Africans from the university. Imagine that:) This past weekend we had a student from Ghana and a couple from Ethiopia over for dinner. It was so neat to hear about the different cultures and to discover that all will be here for at least 3 more years - what an amazing blessing for our daughter to have community from her country! To top if off, the Ethipian couple are expecting their first child so we should have a lot of new experiences together.

Just a few years ago, we went through a similar season where the Lord brought us several Europeans (through Carlos' work). We shared a lot of time together learning about culturally differences and just becomming friends. We were very sad when they returned back home.

Now, not only has God given us new international community but from the very country He's put on our hearts. I'm so excited to see what He does next. For now, I continue to pray for our daughter, for her family, and for a speedy process so she is not left in the orphanage for long. I know that our Lord loves her and wants the best for her so he will unite us in His perfect timing.