Fellow blogger Amy @Filled With Praise clued me in to the coffee date that MercyFound Ministries is hosting today. My coffee is already a little cold thanks to the constant stream of distractions that come with being a mama of two little ones. But just for you, I'll pop it in the microwave for the third time! I wish we could be face to face and we could start this conversation with a big hug...but on the bright side, you don't have to listen to my 4-year-old and 2-year-old bickering and crying and tattling. =)
So whether you need some fancy creamer or you like it black, grab your cup and sit down for a little mama gab sesh...okay? =) The ladies at MercyFound Ministries asked the questions to get the ball rolling (go check it out for yourself).
1. What first drew your heart to adoption? Who was on board first - you or your husband?
My husband and I talked about adoption long before we were married. I don't even remember who brought it up first. But somewhere along the line when we were planning our family, we forgot about that dream. At the point that our good friends were in Ethiopia picking up there son, I felt God whack me over the head with a 2x4. I remember sitting at the computer reading the entire travel journal in one sitting bawling my eyes out because I knew that is where God was leading us. My husband came home on his lunch break to a blubbering mess, but it wasn't long after that we were submitting our application and starting the long crazy journey to our Cocoa Puff.
2. Share a couple of favorite songs on your playlist.
I am completely on board with Amy on this one....music speaks to me like nothing else. Once you get me started I could go on all day, so I'm going to limit it to two here. The first is "Lead Me To The Cross", specifically the version by Francesca Battistelli. Beautiful. The second is "Love is Here" by Tenth Avenue North.
3. Do you have a favorite scripture? One that is especially meaningful to you right now?
Habikuk 2:3 "For the revelation awaits an appointed time; it speaks of the end and will not prove false. Though it linger, wait for it; it will come and will not delay." This verse was in my kitchen throughout the adoption process and reflecting on it helped me to find peace in the wait. Lately as we are seeking God's direction on our next steps, I find myself clinging to it once again. God's timing is always perfect.
4. Share what country/countries you have/are adopted/adopting from, and what agency you used, if you're comfortable doing so.
Our family adopted from Ethiopia using All God's Children International.
5. Any quirks or fun things that make you uniquely you (that you want us to know about you:))?
I was a cheerleader in high school, and even though I don't do it for sport anymore, it is something I hope never to give up completely. I will always be my husband's and my kid's biggest cheerleader and I love to cheer others on as they go through the long adoption process. You need a "go team go"? Just say the word!
I play piano, but I actually can't read notes very well so I play based off of guitar chords instead! I also have a guitar but I have no idea how to play it (but I would love to learn, will you be the one to teach me?).
Unless it is in the form of deep tissue massage, I can't handle people touching my neck. My husband and kids will tease me by pretending they are going to choke me and if their hands even get near I turn into a crazy karate chopping ninja!
So now it's your turn! And my coffee mug isn't even empty yet so I'm all ready to hear your answers! Ready, set, GO! =)
So whether you need some fancy creamer or you like it black, grab your cup and sit down for a little mama gab sesh...okay? =) The ladies at MercyFound Ministries asked the questions to get the ball rolling (go check it out for yourself).
1. What first drew your heart to adoption? Who was on board first - you or your husband?
My husband and I talked about adoption long before we were married. I don't even remember who brought it up first. But somewhere along the line when we were planning our family, we forgot about that dream. At the point that our good friends were in Ethiopia picking up there son, I felt God whack me over the head with a 2x4. I remember sitting at the computer reading the entire travel journal in one sitting bawling my eyes out because I knew that is where God was leading us. My husband came home on his lunch break to a blubbering mess, but it wasn't long after that we were submitting our application and starting the long crazy journey to our Cocoa Puff.
2. Share a couple of favorite songs on your playlist.
I am completely on board with Amy on this one....music speaks to me like nothing else. Once you get me started I could go on all day, so I'm going to limit it to two here. The first is "Lead Me To The Cross", specifically the version by Francesca Battistelli. Beautiful. The second is "Love is Here" by Tenth Avenue North.
3. Do you have a favorite scripture? One that is especially meaningful to you right now?
Habikuk 2:3 "For the revelation awaits an appointed time; it speaks of the end and will not prove false. Though it linger, wait for it; it will come and will not delay." This verse was in my kitchen throughout the adoption process and reflecting on it helped me to find peace in the wait. Lately as we are seeking God's direction on our next steps, I find myself clinging to it once again. God's timing is always perfect.
4. Share what country/countries you have/are adopted/adopting from, and what agency you used, if you're comfortable doing so.
Our family adopted from Ethiopia using All God's Children International.
5. Any quirks or fun things that make you uniquely you (that you want us to know about you:))?
I was a cheerleader in high school, and even though I don't do it for sport anymore, it is something I hope never to give up completely. I will always be my husband's and my kid's biggest cheerleader and I love to cheer others on as they go through the long adoption process. You need a "go team go"? Just say the word!
I play piano, but I actually can't read notes very well so I play based off of guitar chords instead! I also have a guitar but I have no idea how to play it (but I would love to learn, will you be the one to teach me?).
Unless it is in the form of deep tissue massage, I can't handle people touching my neck. My husband and kids will tease me by pretending they are going to choke me and if their hands even get near I turn into a crazy karate chopping ninja!
So now it's your turn! And my coffee mug isn't even empty yet so I'm all ready to hear your answers! Ready, set, GO! =)
3 comments:
So glad you grabbed your cup to join us today- it was great getting to know you better! :) You're always welcome at MercyFound, and hope to see you around again soon!
FUN! I didn't know you when you wore the uniform as a cheerleader. However, I totally see you as a cheerleader. You are such an encouragement to so many. Loved reading your answers!
:)Amy
My hubs has the neck fetish too :).
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