So here's what we're taking: two large suitcases, one duffel bag, two Rubbermade containers, two carry-on suitcases, two backpacks, two cameras, one video camera, two neck pillows.....
All of our checked luggage pieces have 50 lb limits, and every single one of them is about 49.8 lbs. We're cutting it close. That luggage scale was my BEST FRIEND these past couple of weeks. If you don't have a luggage scale and you're in an international adoption process, go get one right now.
Anyway back to the luggage....four out of the five checked pieces are filled to the brim with donations from family, friends, adoption buddies and also some new connections we made who are starting up a non-profit organization in Ethiopia. We cannot wait to hand deliver everything to the various places we'll be visiting, and we plan on updating our blog with more on that later.
Today was an awesome day. We felt so surrounded by love and support from our family and friends. Thanks to all of you who prayed, texted, emailed, called, winked, etc. We felt your love, and it meant the world to us. We were so touched when our two pastors prayed for us at the beginning and end of the morning service, especially in light of the current situation with MOWA.
Can't believe tomorrow is IT. Hoping to somehow keep up with the blog while we're in Ethiopia. If not, we'll be sure to catch up when we're back (no sassy comments about how we are terrible about keeping up with our blog. I KNOW! :o))
As crazy excited as I am to get on that plane tomorrow, there is a big part of me that is dreading it because I am going to miss my Cole so. stinkin. much. I know he is in AWESOME hands. And he is super excited about getting one present every day. But still. Half of my Mommy heart is in Ethiopia, and the other half is in Pennsylvania. But hasn't it been like that for the last year already?
We love you all! Thanks for sharing in our joy and excitement. Please continue to pray that our court date on March 21 will go well, that MOWA will provide the recommendation letter needed and that we will PASS COURT so Lillian can be legally our daughter!
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We are so excited for you Josh and Can!! Give Lillian a kiss for us, and we have been and continue to pray for your trip and that everything goes smoothly!! We can't wait to see Lillian!! Have a wonderful trip!! XOXO love, Mr and Mrs Wright ~ May God be with you ~
God bless you friends!!! Praying for you all!
So very excited for you guys! I know the feeling of longing for a child, and it makes me so happy that your dreams are coming true! Happy travels!
Your post brought tears to my eyes. I am so excited for your family and am wishing you the absolute best. Safe travels and enjoy the ride, you'll soon have the reward. :) God Bless.
We are praying every day!!!! Love you guys and can't wait to hear the awesome stuff HE does in your family! Yay for meeting Lillian!!!
We are praying for all four of you! May God bless this trip in the most incredible way! Can't wait to hear all the answers to prayer!
May GOD give you traveling merces and bless you and your family,Thanks for sharing all your blessing,We look forward to see all the rewards,Love Joyce and Ralph
SO VERY EXCITED FOR YOU!!!!! We'll be praying for your family! Can't wait for an update - as soon as you get to it! Safe and happy travels to you, Candace!!
This Other Candace ;)
I cannot believe it! You are travelling to see her, hold her, talk to her and kiss her face. Praying for you, wonderful friends! Love you and love your Cole & Lillian!!!
This is IT! You are on your way to meet your daughter! So VERY exciting! Will be stalking your blog and FB to capture any of your time there......or patiently waiting details upon your return, depending on wifi access! Safe travels and have a blessed union with Lillian!
Blessings to you! Such a surreal experience ... I remember it well. Will pray that you pass court.
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