Almost There...We Think

February marks the third month since our paperwork entered the court system. Back in November, we were told that the court process takes 3-6 months to complete. So we are entering the final stages. We are continuing to wait on a phone call that will give us travel plans and our gotcha date. We have not heard any news or received any more information concerning Eli or our case, so we just wait. Please pray that the process will go smoothly and we will hear something soon.

Our family has been preparing for Eli. We have set up his bed and made room for his toys and clothes. Heather has been buying clothes every time she goes to Walmart. We are not sure if he will have anything with him once we pick him up, so we are stocking up now.

We are also continuing to raise money. Sunday, February 6th, Harrisonburg First Baptist Church is selling lunch plates to raise money for our travel costs. For those who read this blog in Harrisonburg, plan on going by FBC and eating. Thanks in advance for giving to our adoption. I would also like to thank those who planned this fundraiser and who are working hard to make it happen. We appreciate you so very much.

On Friday, February 18th, we will be selling Jambalaya lunches in Jena. The lunches can be picked up at Triangle Pharmacy or delivered. We need orders by February 16th. If you would like to have a lunch that day, contact us by email or by commenting on this blog. We will make sure you get a plate.

Between the two fundraisers, we would like to raise $4000-5000. This will cover our travel expenses and give us a little extra to buy anything we need for Eli while in Taiwan. Again, we don't know if he will have anything other than the clothes on his back when we get him.

Finally, please begin praying for Eli's birth mother. When we travel to Taiwan, we will have the opportunity to meet her. She has requested this meeting. I'm sure in her mind, she wants to meet the family that will be raising her son. She will want to keep the lines of communication open. We know that God is giving us this opportunity to meet with her and share with her the truth about Jesus Christ. Our desire is to share the good news with her. Please pray that God would begin to soften her heart. Pray that God would give us wisdom and boldness.