I saw this picture on Facebook on Tuesday (pre-referral excitement craziness), and my heart melted. This is my sweet, sweet friend Heather. She and her husband, Kelly, were in Ethiopia on a mission trip last week. While there, they worked with The Forsaken Children. To learn more about their journey, check out Heather’s Blog and Kelly’s Blog. And did you notice that shirt Heather is wearing?! It looks kind of familiar to me!
Also, I’ve been meaning to post this video all week. It documents the day THIS family met their daughter, and I love it because it shows the amazing relationship the “special mothers” at Hannah’s Hope have with the children under their care. I’m so incredibly thankful for these women, and I’m grateful that our little man is receiving so much care and love in the middle of a very sad and confusing time in his life. There are two things that ease the ache in my heart and the anxiety that comes with having to wait to get to him. One is the knowledge of the immense love that God has for our son and the fact that He’s right there with him. The other is the wonderful care and love he’s receiving from his special mother(s). As you’ll see in the video, this is not merely just a job for these ladies. They truly love the children and constantly have to say goodbye to them. I know it must be so bittersweet for them, and I can’t help but believe that they will have many jewels in their crowns in heaven!
Lastly (but certainly not least), HAPPY FATHER’S DAY to my dad, my father-in-law & my amazing husband! I’m so thankful for the influence these men have in my life and in the lives of my children. I love all three of you very, very much!
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