A Guided Path
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Our little guy could officially be our son in 10 short days. November 10, 2009 is our court date--we received the call this past week. It is difficult to comprehend that this day is right around the corner. We started our adoption journey June 30, 2008 and here we are 16 months later! The process of adoption is long, emotional and trying. Doug and I have been through our share of hard times--but our path was guided every step of the way...leading us right to our child.
And we are not yet near the end of our challenging journey. Doug has been gone for 2 weeks--training in the states until the end of January at which time he will deploy to Afghanistan until November 2010. The total number of deployment days, as it stands now, is 391 days. My Dad is travelling with me to Ethiopia to bring our little love home while my big love will be sacrificing so much--the least of which will be seeing our son together for the first time.
As the Army-base physician for the unit he will travel with, he is serving something so much greater than just himself. He is living every day, not for himself but for a cause. His existence and his work is more meaningful than ever before. As sad as I am and as sad as I know he is to be gone for so long, he has a calling, a purpose and a mission to serve.
The path to our baby isn't the path taken by most, but it has been guided with a purpose greater than we can comprehend. Similary, the path my husband will follow this next year is not travelled by most, but it too is guided with a purpose far greater than any. These are pretty overwhelming times for us, but then again, following the road less travelled usually is.
I heard the view from the top is pretty bright after travelling through the valley of darkness. The road right now is winding and dark, but our spirits shine brighter than ever before...because we know we are serving His purpose. The power of faith will light the way.
Pray for a smooth court date--November 10, 2009...Here we go!
And we are not yet near the end of our challenging journey. Doug has been gone for 2 weeks--training in the states until the end of January at which time he will deploy to Afghanistan until November 2010. The total number of deployment days, as it stands now, is 391 days. My Dad is travelling with me to Ethiopia to bring our little love home while my big love will be sacrificing so much--the least of which will be seeing our son together for the first time.
As the Army-base physician for the unit he will travel with, he is serving something so much greater than just himself. He is living every day, not for himself but for a cause. His existence and his work is more meaningful than ever before. As sad as I am and as sad as I know he is to be gone for so long, he has a calling, a purpose and a mission to serve.
The path to our baby isn't the path taken by most, but it has been guided with a purpose greater than we can comprehend. Similary, the path my husband will follow this next year is not travelled by most, but it too is guided with a purpose far greater than any. These are pretty overwhelming times for us, but then again, following the road less travelled usually is.
I heard the view from the top is pretty bright after travelling through the valley of darkness. The road right now is winding and dark, but our spirits shine brighter than ever before...because we know we are serving His purpose. The power of faith will light the way.
Pray for a smooth court date--November 10, 2009...Here we go!
9 comments:
I've been thinking about you and how these days are passing for you...you have a great perspective and I know you will be a great mama to your little one.
Hoping that November 10th is a great day for your family!
-Beka
I give thanks to your family. I will be celebrating with you and for you. November 10th, may it be your special day.
Hi Amy! Other than this Blog, I don't know hwo to find you :) Drop me a note karen@wine-garden.com
In the meantime, I will keep you, Doug & your new little boy in my thoughts & prayers!
Please let me know if you need ANYTHING! I have so much I have been passing along to friends :)
-Karen
We will be in prayer for your court date, that you would pass on the first time.
A big thank you to you and your husband for the sacrifices you are making for our country!
Blessings,
Veronica
the time is coming soon! i'm thinking and hoping for you guys that your date will be successful!
you have been in my prayers and will continue to be as you move forward on this amazing journey. your strength and wisdom through this is a truly a testament to your faith. i get teary every time i think about all you are going through and how well you are dealing. i am here for you and absolutely can not wait to meet your new little guy!
Congrats! Praying for you on Nov 10
Thanks for this Amy. Thinking of you guys! If you want to come enjoy the FL sun at any point please come use our house as an oasis. Any time!!! Love, J
we are so happy for you guys!!!!God's timing is perfect.... Our God is Awesome!!! Congrats again!!!!
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