Pinch Me!

In about 12 hours from now we will be leaving for the airport to head for China!  God certainly works in mysterious ways!  Just two weeks ago today, I was writing on my blog in frustration and discouragement because we hadn't received word about when we might travel.  Less than a week later, five days to be exact, I get phone call from our travel coordinator asking if we could be ready to travel in a week in a half.  I just need to remember that God has our best interests in mind and as hard as it is to do, sit back and let him do his thing.  Today, one of the other mothers on an adoption listserv that I belong to posted to following text:

 "I am still confident of this:
       I will see the goodness of the LORD
       in the land of the living.
 Wait for the LORD;
       be strong and take heart
       and wait for the LORD."
                         Psalm 27:13-14
This brings me back to the control and patience issues that I have written about previously in my blog.

Also, as we prepare to leave tomorrow, I can honestly say that I feel your prayers.  I think I can speak for Jeff and say that we are overwhelmed and extremely appreciative of all the love and support that has been expressed to us.  Jeff took these pictures earlier today...cards of encouragement and support.

Thank you so much for everything.  Next time I post it will be with pictures of our new son!