Our kids had not seen snow since either one was brought home from Russia. (2004 and 2007)
They had a blast. Cinnamon rolls, hot chocolate and bacon for breakfast. Out to play in the snow. Back in to warm up with more hot chocolate and some tomato soup for lunch. Then naps, back out to play some more, in for dinner, a nice warm bath and early bedtime.
Aaahhhh! Bedtime! ;-)
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Saturday, January 10, 2009
What We've Been Up To...
October, November and December proved to be just as busy for us as they have always been. After wrapping up a successful Adoption Seminar & Expo at the end of September, I took a much need break to enjoy my favorite time of year.
October was filled with visits to the local pumpkin farms, a visit from my sister and new neice, a vacation in the mountains, Mike's birthday and of course Halloween.
November was busy with Emily's birthday Tea Party, our anniversary, my birthday, a visit from my parents, pictures with Santa, Thanksgiving, decorating the house and a fun neighborhood event with Santa, hot chocolate, cookies and hayrides.
December I did lots of baking and cooking, shopping, Christmas parties, getting together with long lost friends, my parents coming for a visit, Jesus' birthday, Emily's actual birthday, New Year's and house cleaning.
I just LOVE the holiday's. Did I mention I had two weeks off???
October was filled with visits to the local pumpkin farms, a visit from my sister and new neice, a vacation in the mountains, Mike's birthday and of course Halloween.
November was busy with Emily's birthday Tea Party, our anniversary, my birthday, a visit from my parents, pictures with Santa, Thanksgiving, decorating the house and a fun neighborhood event with Santa, hot chocolate, cookies and hayrides.
December I did lots of baking and cooking, shopping, Christmas parties, getting together with long lost friends, my parents coming for a visit, Jesus' birthday, Emily's actual birthday, New Year's and house cleaning.
I just LOVE the holiday's. Did I mention I had two weeks off???
Monday, September 15, 2008
3rd Annual Adoption Seminar & Expo
For two months now, we have been planning for our 3rd annual seminar. It is now fast upon us, scheduled for Saturday September 27th from 8am - 4pm. Registration is now open at www.pray.org . A continental breakfast and lunch will be provided which is why we need people to register. The event will offer general sessions with personal testimonies, breakout sessions on a multitude of topics and an expo area with many adoption agencies and support organizations. This event is open to the public so please if you know someone considering adoption, refer them to this seminar.
Please pray that our event would glorify God and help to educate, equip and encourage those who attend.
Please pray that our event would glorify God and help to educate, equip and encourage those who attend.
Saturday, August 30, 2008
And Now We Wait!
Yesterday, I walked to the mailed box opened the door and there laying on top of all the mail was our Immigration Approval. My eyes filled up with tears. This is the last and most important document that allows our children to come home to us. We've been waiting on this for 3 months and now we have it.
We can officially go on the wait list now.
As I mentioned in my previous post, we have been told that the average time on the wait list is 3-5 months. Having our children home seems so much closer than ever before.
I will probably spend this time investigating the possibility of using our frequent flyers or credit card points to cut down on travel cost.
Also, need to start thinking about who will care for the kids while we are gone. I want them to be able to stay in their own home and beds. I think it will cut down on the stress and anxiety for them. Someone mentioned to me about having a progressive sleepover where friends come for 2-3 nights at a time to stay with the kids. I'm going to make sure they are lined up to go to school every day during the week. This is the one area that I am most uneasy about. Please pray that we will find a good solution.
The room for the boys is ready with bunkbeds. We just need to paint the nursery and get the crib set up.
The next few months will be busy with the planning and putting on of our 3rd Annual Adoption Seminar & Expo, vacation in October (we can't wait!) and all the birthdays, anniversary and holidays through the end of the year.
Things are getting ready to kick into high gear in the George household.
We can officially go on the wait list now.
As I mentioned in my previous post, we have been told that the average time on the wait list is 3-5 months. Having our children home seems so much closer than ever before.
I will probably spend this time investigating the possibility of using our frequent flyers or credit card points to cut down on travel cost.
Also, need to start thinking about who will care for the kids while we are gone. I want them to be able to stay in their own home and beds. I think it will cut down on the stress and anxiety for them. Someone mentioned to me about having a progressive sleepover where friends come for 2-3 nights at a time to stay with the kids. I'm going to make sure they are lined up to go to school every day during the week. This is the one area that I am most uneasy about. Please pray that we will find a good solution.
The room for the boys is ready with bunkbeds. We just need to paint the nursery and get the crib set up.
The next few months will be busy with the planning and putting on of our 3rd Annual Adoption Seminar & Expo, vacation in October (we can't wait!) and all the birthdays, anniversary and holidays through the end of the year.
Things are getting ready to kick into high gear in the George household.
Monday, August 11, 2008
Paperwork Pregnancy Done! (for now)
Well, we finally completed all of our application and dossier paperwork for our adoption. Two weeks ago, we received our official Gladney approval and today we mailed off our completed dossier. Yeah!!!!!! The last piece of the puzzle is to get our immigration approval which we hope to have in the next 3-4 weeks. Then, we go on the wait list. We've been told that the average time on the wait list is 3-5 months. We could have a referral as early as December and be traveling 1-2 months later. Of course, we are talking about international adoption so who knows. It could be sooner or later than that. For some reason I have had one or two inklings that this may happen fast. That may just be wishful thinking but I'm covering our bases, just in case.
Wow! By Spring time, our new children could be home with us. We are so thrilled we can not even put it into words.
Please pray for us. Once we get our referral that is when the last and largest chunk of money is due (excluding travel expenses)for the adoption. God has been and will be faithful to us.
Praise Him, praise Him, praise Him!!!
Wow! By Spring time, our new children could be home with us. We are so thrilled we can not even put it into words.
Please pray for us. Once we get our referral that is when the last and largest chunk of money is due (excluding travel expenses)for the adoption. God has been and will be faithful to us.
Praise Him, praise Him, praise Him!!!
Monday, July 21, 2008
Pajama Drive for ACC pictures are here!
Here are the photos from when we delivered the pajamas to the Africa Children's Choir. Two of our pastors from church joined us as well as their wives and my friend who introduced us to Mirembe. You'll see us serving dinner to everyone, the pajamas being passed out, taking the pastors on a tour and the kids performing during their worship and praise time in their new PJ's.
The kids were THRILLED to get new PJ's. Thanks to all who gave so generously.
The kids were THRILLED to get new PJ's. Thanks to all who gave so generously.
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
143,000,000 (Million!) Orphans in the World
Wow! That sounds like A LOT! But, can we really comprehend what 143 million orphans looks like? I know it's a lot but I can't get my mind around that number. Or at least I could not until I saw this short 4 minute video.
Please watch.
I just can't even stand it. I feel like my heart is going to burst for these children! In the words of Kay Warren .... I have become seriously disturbed and gloriously ruined. I will NEVER stop trying to help these children. And, I will never feel like I am doing enough.
Oh God! Please help us to do more!
Please watch.
I just can't even stand it. I feel like my heart is going to burst for these children! In the words of Kay Warren .... I have become seriously disturbed and gloriously ruined. I will NEVER stop trying to help these children. And, I will never feel like I am doing enough.
Oh God! Please help us to do more!
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