I know God won't give me anything I can't handle.I just wish he didn't trust me so much--- Mother Teresa

So this picture of Kenny and quote from Mother Teresa has really summarized our journey thus far in the adoption process. Yes that is my 5 year old being "dropped" into the diving pool in Austin. Granted there is a noodle, and multiple lifeguards-Kenny just "jumped" in and swam to the side. Now for those of you who really know me would be surprised to find out I did not jump right in after him! I knew he was prepared and safe and was enjoying the journey.
As much as I like to think I am not a "control freak" I really am, and what would be the better gift for a Type A personality who enjoys "planning" every step and activity of the day-then to have her and her family adopt from Africa, and relinquish much of the control I have so "thought" I had in life :)
During the past 3 weeks we have really moved forward a great deal in the "preparation" for the adoption. Our first fee towards the Ethiopian Government was due two weeks ago, along with the last big agency fee. In order to pay off some looming credit card bills from the fee's thus far-the subuaru was sold. I am now the proud owner of a Honda Element, and a whole lot less credit card debt-whew!
During this whole process thus far Rob and I have truly been blessed with God's grace, we like Kenny, have trusted in God and have jumped into this journey with both feet. I hope over the summer to give more frequent updates (as well as figuring out the finer elements of blogging). Thank you again to all the friends and family who continue to support us through this unbelievable journey!