Just received word from Bethany that our wait on the USCIS form from the government could take between 6-8 weeks, that is between Christmas Eve to the first week of January. Pray that this wait is quicker. We are leaving to go on a missions trip to the Philippines on December 29th and really desire to have this wrapped up before we go.

We have sent the bulk of our dossier to Bethany for them to review and have a few things that need to be redone. It amazes me that these countries are so precise with what they want. So back to the Jesup Police Department we will go. :) If we can get everything reviewed and right, when our forms come back from the USCIS, we should be able to move quickly then.

God has been providing in big ways this week. When the process seems overwhelming it is so awesome to have God step in and say, I am still here and I can provide. Trust me on this!! It takes us stepping back again and giving up control. I never have been very good at that. :)

Thanks to so many of you who have embraced our adoption. You know who you are!! We are humbled and so thankful that we are not on this road by ourselves. Our child may be confused when they come home, having so many honorable aunts, uncles, and grandparents!! :)