The Bigger Picture.

Have you ever thought about that since you were a child God knew who you would be today. It occurred to me not long ago, that when I was a little girl God knew that I would be a wife, teacher, and foster mother. I think back to the ways He prepared me to be exactly who I am today. It is astonishing to me. He is preparing me now for who I will be in years to come. Amazing. It is such a comfort to me to know that on my most hectic days, God knows what’s next.

I have debated about what to say about our recent fostering events. I never want to say too much, but at the same time, I cannot pretend nothing is happening. I have decided to only say that we had a teenage boy live with us for about three months. We loved him, and in our desire for the very best for him we found that we were not it. We will continue to love him and pray for him. I am glad that God brought him into our lives, and I hope that wherever he goes next will prove to be exactly what he needs.

J and M continue to adjust to our home. I will say that other than maybe Grace, it has been the smoothest transition yet. I have never known children with as much need to be really, totally loved as these two precious girls. We see such improvements daily. I am so excited that God is providing us the opportunity to be hands and feet to these sweet babies.

We celebrated Tiffany’s 17th birthday last week. We went to Olive Garden (her choice) on Thursday and had our family over on Sunday for lunch. I think she truly sees how blessed she is. I continue to pray for her desire to be baptized. You pray for her too please

Andrew was 17 lbs at his six month appt! Can you believe when we brought him home from the hospital he was less than 6lbs? Crazy! Everyone who sees him tells me how “juicy” he is.. haha! When it comes to Andrew I am putting total faith in Mark 11:24.

Chris lived with us for about ten months and then went home to his mom. He called us last night and will be coming to spend the night this weekend. I cannot wait to see him and hear how he is doing! I am thankful his mom is so open to us continuing a relationship with him.

Tim and I have started "date nights" which are much needed. It is the plan that each Friday night we will go and have dinner and really just be married for awhile :) I am hoping that it works out each week!

Your prayers are coveted.

--Linds :)