Only Trust Him

Last May I shared our struggles with infertility. Well, almost another year has come and gone and the struggle is still there. 3 years of struggling.

The disappointment of seeing "negative" is still there.

The jealousy of seeing friends and family sharing their happy news.

The awkwardness of being asked if we have children and if we want children.

It's all still there. In fact, the more time that passes, the stronger the pain, the deeper the desire to be parents.

We still don't know what God's plans are, but we are still trusting in His perfect timing.

I wrote this last year:



"...But, it's not up to us. It's up to our all powerful, all knowing God.

And, that's honestly the only thing that's keeping us going. He knows all things. He knows our future. He is faithful. He knows how many children we will have - or won't have. He knows if they will be by birth or adoption. 

For those of you who are in the same waiting game - you are not alone. If you ever want to talk or cry. I'm here. God is also there. He knows your pleas for parenthood. He knows the deepest desires of your heart. He is the ultimate Comforter. 

I'm going to end with some requests. 

Will you pray for us? Offer encouragement? Be sensitive in your questions - or don't ask."


All of this holds true.

But, instead of ending there, I want to share some exciting news!

Stephen and I have talked and prayed and have decided that we are going to begin the process of fostering with the intent to adopt! It's not the route we originally planned, but it's the route that we trust God wants us on.

We have a pre-class this Friday evening. Followed by 10 weekly classes, 2-3 home studies, and approval. The whole process will take 4-6 months.

We have talked with several friends and family who have gone through this journey, but we are still a little overwhelmed! If you have any tips, suggestions, resources, let us know!

And, please! Please pray for us! Pray for the process, the approval, the child/children that we pray will enter into our home. Pray for our hearts. Pray for patience. Pray for financial peace.

I will do my best to update you all through here, but if not here, most definitely Facebook.

We are so excited for this journey that is about to begin! We have no idea where it is going to take us, but we are fully trusting in our great and loving Father.