Fields of the Fatherless

I recently went on an Amazon shopping spree for books on adoption. One in particular ( that is keeping me from finishing a project for grad school) is amazing. Fields of the Fatherless by Tom Davis. So far I am only in the 2nd chapter, but I can't put it down. It really explains how as Christians we should be living as the body of Christ. It is our job to take care of the orphans, widows, and strangers. These groups of people are mention so many times in the Bible. Now I hope I am not violating in copyright laws, but I had to post this quote from the book.

"In this world you are an orphan-

eagerly anticipating your adoption as God's child.

In this world you are a widow-

longing for reunion with your Bridegroom.

In this world you are a stranger-

a pilgrim waiting to become a citizen of heaven.

And in this world, God has called you to care for the orphan, the stranger, and the widow.

Fields of the Fatherless is a journey that brings you back to what Christianity is really about:

-Giving yourself to others

-Being Christ to a hurting world

-And living for the one who comes next."

Although I bought about 6 books from Amazon recently , I am still wanting more. The teacher in me is really trying to find children's books on India. If you are reading this and know of any please let me know. Or of any adoption books for kids.

The Waiting Game...

We recently went to an information meeting at Dillon International in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It was so helpful and really made our minds feel at ease. They explained gave us a broad overview of what we should expect when adopting. I will be honest,. All of the paperwork seemed a little overwhelming along the the cost. But we have to have faith that God will provide. If anyone is reading this and knows of some ways to finance an adoption, we would really like to hear them. It was great to meet other couples and just get to know some of the members of the Dillon team. Our speaker Julie really made the whole meeting very relaxed and was open to any questions that we have. Sadly, we found out that to adopt from India we have to have been married for 5 years. But at 3 years we can start the process and hopefully in 2 years after that we will be bringing our child home. To our child: God is pulling us to you and it is stronger that we both could ever have imagined. I don't know if you have been born yet, but your Daddy and I pray everyday for you. We pray for your family and especially your mother. In the future she will be giving us the greatest gift we have ever known. We love you.

Our Inspiration

How could you not want to adopt after looking in their eyes?

The Beginning...

I decided to start this blog after reading all of the wonderful adoption blogs online. My husband Wes and I know we are going to adopt....our children are out there somewhere and we cannot wait to meet them. By documenting our journey I pray that one day our children will read this and know how much we love them already and how they came to be part of our family.

Mommy and Daddy love you!