Cathartic journaling of an adoptive mom.
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The toy nobody wants until somebody wants it
– I want to play with this toy. – Me too. I just picked it up myself. – I want it now! – I’ll give it to you in a few minutes.
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South of France for a week
We counted the days carefully and patiently. Jackie knew clearly all the details of our vacation: when, where, how long, with whom… I make a point to never lead her on, to be honest and always keep my word.
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A new chapter begins
Certificate in hand, we are now endorsed to adopt again. Starting on the recertification journey was daunting. And yet here we are, more certain of the path; having a clear direction is a gift in itself.
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A vivid dream
We went for a visit to J’s former foster parents. And there she was. J’s younger sister. A small girl, dressed in light colored garments with frills. I stretched my arms to hold her. My arms ached. She felt so heavy. My arms felt weak. As if they were made of led. But I held…
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“You give me what I want”
I asked J. why she loves daddy: she had a long list for him. It was sweet to hear her recount them. As I kept prompting her to add to it she said “that’s enough!” with a side of eye rolling 🙄
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The two way gift
If you are to give anything, give with joy, not begrudgingly, so it ca be received and be fruitful. That’s what says in the Bible. And it is good.
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Faith
We wanted to name our first daughter Faith. We moved across the world in faith. God was and always is faithful.
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11 years of marriage – trip to Florence
We’re on a city break, just the two of us. People we meet think we are a courting couple.
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Predicament
Today we had three adoption meetings. We left there feeling like we’ve made progress but at the same time our hearts are heavy and our minds are set to explode.
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Sleep routine
Almost every night we struggle with putting her to bed. I dread her tantrums. Or the pouting, or whining, or the million questions and requests after we closed the deal (read all the stories, rub the feet, sing the songs, pray, chat a little longer…)
