I’m holding my breath as I write this. How is it possible that we are almost to the end of this chapter of our story? Paperwork, fast forwarding, a different path, a name, and now – it is here.
On September 4th, the courts will hopefully recognize the story of our heart and the future of a very special little boy.
Riley. Did you know his name means courageous? I think of the journey that he will face. Sometimes, when I think of the transition and the sadness he went through, I cry. I shrug it off quickly, trying to dismiss the tears, telling myself that he is blessed, but I know.
I know that he is blessed because of a giving and caring first family – that loved him bravely and fiercely. I know that he is blessed because a mother stepped aside and loved completely and unconditionally. And in turn, she blessed our family beyond measure.
In a month, I won’t have to race back up to the doctors office window realizing that I wrote down the wrong last name. I won’t see “foster child” on forms, since they aren’t exactly sure what to call our relationship.
I’ll just be mom.
I know that he doesn’t belong to me, he belongs to God. We are a very small, but thankful, part in his story.
“I prayed for this child, and God gave me what I asked for. And now I have dedicated him to God. He’s dedicated to God for life.” 1 Samuel 1:26
What wonderful news! September 4th can’t come fast enough for you I’m sure. Thanks so much for sharing your journey!
Thank you, Ashley!
Rejoicing with you in hope!
Thank you, Tina!
So cool! I’m really excited for you guys! I love how you wrote ” know that he is blessed because of a giving and caring first family – that loved him bravely and fiercely. I know that he is blessed because a mother stepped aside and loved completely and unconditionally. And in turn, she blessed our family beyond measure.” So true. And so many people don’t understand that!
Awesome! Congratulations to your family… that is wonderful news!
So happy for you all. What a great feeling that will be. It’s funny how even when something is true in your heart it can be made even more special by being “official”.
And I’m bawling 😉 Happy tears for your family! Adoption is such a beautiful thing. Thanks for sharing on Sunday FUNday!