Our last obstacle
was to ask for permission to foster with the plan to adopt. Since this has never been done, it was a
nerve-wracking meeting. I waited with
Shao Jun in my arms while other topics were discussed. I was a little nervous but really felt that
God had made it clear what He wanted, and that He certainly wouldn't allow this
step to hinder the plan. When the
foster-to-adoption topic came up, the orphanage director simply said, "Hao
de", which means "OK!"
There was no question, no concern, simply OK. If that's not God working, I don't know what
is!!!
Our time together
today was so special. With the receipt
of this news, I could openly tell my fellow volunteers that this was going to
be my little girl! I enjoyed playing
with her, engaging her eyes and watching them turn from sad to intrigued. She loves to be held close and tight. Her traumatic separation a short time ago
leaves her calling out for her Mama and Baba sometimes. I hope to relieve that pain in her heart and
help make her feel whole again. What a special day on this day before Mother's Day.
Joslynn, from the very first time we met, I knew you were unique. You are a rare beauty in this world of mediocrity. If there were more people like you- aware of their strengths and readily offering them to others- this world would be a much less harsh place to live in. I KNOW without a doubt that God hasn't led you here by chance- this is divine intervention. That baby girl needs you and the beauty you will reveal to her just in being yourself (and I am sure she will teach you a thing or two along the way as well!) I am so happy for you and look forward to your future posts and pics. I meant it when I said you are an amazing inspiration to me and have been since day one. Thank you for just being who God made you to be- turns out He makes some pretty awesome folks. :)
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