I’ve been meaning to write an update but time has gotten away from me! I cannot believe that February is almost gone…
So far, 2012 has been a whirlwind! We found out in November that my sister, Stefanie, and her husband, Cody, are expecting their first child. I was so excited for them and that Stef and I would get to experience first-time motherhood together, even though our experiences will be quite different for many reasons. We found out last week that she is having a baby boy – a first for a family with 2 girls! We are very excited and cannot wait to meet him, our little “bean,” as we have affectionately named him.
Meanwhile I have been working on gathering all of the pieces of information I needed to get started with my home study. I am only lacking 2 pieces of paper to have all of my stuff to her! She visited my house on Saturday and once I get the last 2 things finished up, she will be able to work on completing the actual study report. Once that is finished, we will send it to the State of TN for approval. Once approved, I will be able to start applying for adoption grants and assistance. And the fundraising will have to kick into HIGH gear! We will send the home study approval to Haiti and that will star the ball rolling for me to work on my international paperwork (the really “fun” part from what I hear!).
I am actively trying to get a part time job but have had little luck so far. Please continue praying that God will work something out so I can put all the extra money into my adoption savings! I will also be looking for ideas this spring if you have any suggestions. I would like to do a yard sale and maybe host a 5k to raise some funds. I am open to any and all suggestions! If you feel the itch to have a yard sale or lemonade stand to help out, I would LOVE the help! So, that is where things stand as of the end of February….a few more steps into the journey but still SO FAR away!
Please continue to keep me and this process in your prayers!
Love,
Carly
