one step at a time

Thanks, Jamie, for the great pics!!!

We only have a few more things on our list before we can send off our home study application!  So excited that one step is almost complete.  At the beginning of it all it felt like we might just be doing paperwork forever, but the end is almost in sight, at least for this part of it.  I'm not even looking too seriously at the dossier checklist right now, it's considerably more overwhelming than the home study paperwork.  Thankfully, we have already completed some of what is needed for the dossier.  I know there is quite a bit more that needs to be done, but I don't want to think about it too much yet. :)

At the time we submit our dossier we have to turn in a big payment.  We're going to try to do a few fundraisers between now and then to go towards the costs.  When we started this process we honestly had no idea where the money was going to come from.  We've been amazed at how God has been working in this so far and are trusting Him that He will continue to provide and guide us.  I'm so thankful that, at least so far, the financial aspect of this all is one thing that I have not been stressing much over.  Trying to remember to just leave it all in His hands as we are not in control!  

(Here is a link to an awesome blog about another family's adoption.  They are using the same agency that we are using, AWAA.  She explains the costs here: http://www.pureandlasting.com/why-does-adoption-cost-so-much/)

We are going to be taking pre-orders for our fundraiser t-shirts and hope to have them printed in the next week or two.  They are American Apparel 50/50 blend unisex t-shirts, adult size S-XXL.  We hope to have the shirt design up later this week along with a "Donate" button on the blog where you can pay via Paypal.  We also hope to have the towels and potholders up for sale online later this week or next, so be watching for those too! :) 

Thank you for all your prayers & support!  We greatly appreciate it!!