Tuesday, October 13, 2009
13 of 31 for 21
Today I am going to reference another adoptive Mom's blog. She wrote, much better than I could, why/how we can/should adopt children with special needs. Please drop by her blog to read it, it's inspiring. http://jerdebwalker.blogspot.com/2009/10/its-never-enough-or-is-it.html
Double Pickles
Missed another day blogging. Yesterday was my darling husband and my anniversary, #7 to be exact. We are so blessed to have found each other after both coming from very ugly first marriages and divorces. It's amazing what a marriage arranged by a loving God can look like. We like to tell people that we have an arranged marriage ;o) .
We came home from our cottage yesterday, so were closing it up, driving, fixing things before we could leave etc. A very long day.
The kids did well, Anah got to ride home with my niece, they giggled and laughed all the way home, talking in "their" language, makes me smile. Praise God for such blessings.
We came home from our cottage yesterday, so were closing it up, driving, fixing things before we could leave etc. A very long day.
The kids did well, Anah got to ride home with my niece, they giggled and laughed all the way home, talking in "their" language, makes me smile. Praise God for such blessings.
Sunday, October 11, 2009
11of 31 for 21
Don't try to avoid responsibility by saying you didn't know about it. For God knows all hearts, and he sees you. He keeps watch over your soul, and he knows you knew! And he will judge all people according to what they have done. Proverbs 24:12 NLT
This is one of the main reasons we have adopted children with Down Syndrome. We were convicted by the need. The many children around the world with special needs that are considered to be"throw away" pricked us to the heart. Once we were made aware we had to act. God knew we knew, there was no denying it.
Now we feel we need to make others aware also, we don't expect all to adopt, but everyone can help in some way or other. Praying for families for all the children is vital, financing is also a huge challenge and should you feel lead to adopt, seek God's will for your life. It certainly is a rewarding ride ;o)
This is one of the main reasons we have adopted children with Down Syndrome. We were convicted by the need. The many children around the world with special needs that are considered to be"throw away" pricked us to the heart. Once we were made aware we had to act. God knew we knew, there was no denying it.
Now we feel we need to make others aware also, we don't expect all to adopt, but everyone can help in some way or other. Praying for families for all the children is vital, financing is also a huge challenge and should you feel lead to adopt, seek God's will for your life. It certainly is a rewarding ride ;o)
10 of 31 for 21
I know it says the 11th, but I haven't gone to bed yet, so I'm posting on day 10 for me. Today Anah and my niece, Rachel played all day. I know it may not seem like a big deal, but Anah is just learning to play and I love that she has someone else with DS to play with.
Anah still doesn't talk (other than her own language...Anahese) and Rachel is just starting to talk clearer (not only DS, but several strokes, one in which she lost her speech) but boy do they communicate and giggle! It does my heart good to hear Anah laughing. To see her interacting and playing with a child close to her age, not a toddler or an adult.
When you have a child with DS, you sure learn to slow down and appreciate the smaller things in life. Thank you Lord for giving me such wonderful children, so that I can learn to slow down and enjoy the life You have seen fit to give me. It sure is a sweet journey.
Anah still doesn't talk (other than her own language...Anahese) and Rachel is just starting to talk clearer (not only DS, but several strokes, one in which she lost her speech) but boy do they communicate and giggle! It does my heart good to hear Anah laughing. To see her interacting and playing with a child close to her age, not a toddler or an adult.
When you have a child with DS, you sure learn to slow down and appreciate the smaller things in life. Thank you Lord for giving me such wonderful children, so that I can learn to slow down and enjoy the life You have seen fit to give me. It sure is a sweet journey.
Thursday, October 8, 2009
8 of 31 for 21
This week, Anah started back at the public school for her speech therapy, and OT (when they get someone available). This is only 2 days a week, my choice. Since I homeschool, initially I was going to have services in the home, like I do for Jonathan. After Anah was home for several months I knew she needed to be around other children. She was comfortable around infants and adults, but not children. She is with children Wens, Fri. and Sun at church and all day Fri at homeschool co-op, but I wanted a bit more, so this works.
She goes in for a couple hours Tues and Thurs. with a teacher she is familiar with from last year and some of the same children. Tues. she has Art, story time and play time; Thurs. she has Music and Library. Today was a fire drill while we were up in the library (I stay with her the whole time). Anah did very well, I thought she might cry because of the lights and the noise, but not a tear. She is growing day by day, I'm so proud of her!
She goes in for a couple hours Tues and Thurs. with a teacher she is familiar with from last year and some of the same children. Tues. she has Art, story time and play time; Thurs. she has Music and Library. Today was a fire drill while we were up in the library (I stay with her the whole time). Anah did very well, I thought she might cry because of the lights and the noise, but not a tear. She is growing day by day, I'm so proud of her!
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
7 of 31 for 21
Lu, the lady who designed the free Reece's Rainbow calendar, mentioned she needed someone to locate a printer or two, to see about printing the calendars for those that can't print their own, or for those who prefer a professional product.
Since we know Becca from the Camp Grove, I figured I'd ask her and her family's business, to give us a price. Since RR is a 501K organization, she could give us a special price. Boy is it EVER!! Lu and I were blown away by their generosity! We will be asking $3/calendar that is only the cost of printing the calendar and my s&h to mail it to you!! Lu asked that they just be printed as sheets and we will then cut our own calendars to the way we want them. Some of us will open them vertically, some horizontally, yet others just attached at one corner with a ribbon, it is up to the individual to cut them and set them up the way they choose.
These will make wonderful Christmas gifts, I plan on giving several. I would ask, for those that are able, that you also consider giving a donation to one of the children on RR. If you can only give a couple dollars and don't feel it is enough to do it through the RR site, I'd be happy to take all the "smaller" (no donation is really too small), donations, put them all together and donate them to one specific child that may not have a Christmas warrior. I will be donating any left over funds, after paying for the calendars, envelopes and s&h, to a specific RR child.
I would just like to reassure you that none of us is making any money on this or getting paid, this is a labor of love. Love for all of the children that do not have families. Children that will live and die in orphanages, and when they get too old (usually age 4), they are transferred to mental institutions, where most die within the first year.
The grants for these children, that we try to raise awareness for, is to help families who have a heart for adoption, but don't have the $25,000-$35,000 average, that it costs for an international adoption. There are many of us who have already adopted one or more of these wonderful children with DS, that would LOVE to adopt more, but the cost is prohibitive. We walk a fine line between knowing God can/will/does provide for all our needs, and being wise stewards of the resources and families He gives us. To see a family have to stop an adoption once they are started, is devastating emotionally for all, as well as damaging financially to the family.
So, why in the world would anyone risk their heart and their finances? Click on my calendar button, have a look at those faces, that will answer your question. God bless, and please let me know if you would like a calendar or two...
Since we know Becca from the Camp Grove, I figured I'd ask her and her family's business, to give us a price. Since RR is a 501K organization, she could give us a special price. Boy is it EVER!! Lu and I were blown away by their generosity! We will be asking $3/calendar that is only the cost of printing the calendar and my s&h to mail it to you!! Lu asked that they just be printed as sheets and we will then cut our own calendars to the way we want them. Some of us will open them vertically, some horizontally, yet others just attached at one corner with a ribbon, it is up to the individual to cut them and set them up the way they choose.
These will make wonderful Christmas gifts, I plan on giving several. I would ask, for those that are able, that you also consider giving a donation to one of the children on RR. If you can only give a couple dollars and don't feel it is enough to do it through the RR site, I'd be happy to take all the "smaller" (no donation is really too small), donations, put them all together and donate them to one specific child that may not have a Christmas warrior. I will be donating any left over funds, after paying for the calendars, envelopes and s&h, to a specific RR child.
I would just like to reassure you that none of us is making any money on this or getting paid, this is a labor of love. Love for all of the children that do not have families. Children that will live and die in orphanages, and when they get too old (usually age 4), they are transferred to mental institutions, where most die within the first year.
The grants for these children, that we try to raise awareness for, is to help families who have a heart for adoption, but don't have the $25,000-$35,000 average, that it costs for an international adoption. There are many of us who have already adopted one or more of these wonderful children with DS, that would LOVE to adopt more, but the cost is prohibitive. We walk a fine line between knowing God can/will/does provide for all our needs, and being wise stewards of the resources and families He gives us. To see a family have to stop an adoption once they are started, is devastating emotionally for all, as well as damaging financially to the family.
So, why in the world would anyone risk their heart and their finances? Click on my calendar button, have a look at those faces, that will answer your question. God bless, and please let me know if you would like a calendar or two...
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