Wednesday, May 2, 2012

We Are a Family of 5 Now

Well, we are a family of 5 now.  Yes, hard to believe that last week we were a family of 4.  I know you're probably wondering how THAT happened.  Our agency called us last Friday afternoon with information on an Ethiopian boy that would be available for adoption domestically after a disruption and asked if we would be interested.  Less than 24 hours later, my husband and I were on a plane out of state to take custody.  We received placement on Tuesday and will complete a domestic adoption which takes 6 months to finalize in court.

There is so much about this story that speaks of how powerful our God is.  I can't share all the details out of respect for others involved but please know...God worked a miracle for our family after all the heartache we have been through the past few months with our referral loss.

We have named our little guy Miki, short for the Ethiopian name Michias. He is 2 years old and such a joy.   I'm so glad that our family went to Ethiopia in March and were able to experience Ethiopia.  I never in a million years would have guessed this is how our adoption story would end but God did.

So, that's our adoption story.  A lot can happen in a few days.



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  1. He is so precious. Congratulations!

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  2. Chills. Head to toe chills! AMAZING! So happy for you! I love how God works!
    Cathie

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  4. We have been praying for your family! Love God's amazing plan. We came home with out 2 year old 2 weeks ago. I am exhausted but 2 is really fun:)

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  5. Oh my goodness!! Congratulations! What a cutie!!

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  6. wow! What a cutie. I'm very happy for you guys.

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  7. Thrilled to pieces for your family and the way God worked this amazing ending to your story. Well, ending of the first part, really the beginning in most every other way. :-) Miki is BEAUTIFUL. May the Lord richly bless your new family of 5!

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  8. Oh, wow! God is SO AMAZING!

    This is such a miracle, and I feel humbled and blessed to witness it from afar. I'm so sorry for the headache your family went through with the lost referral. But like you said, it's wonderful that you were able to experience Ethiopia so that you can talk to Miki about his heritage.

    Thank you for sharing your story here and for the wonderful pictures you've posted on Facebook. What a joy to see how God made you a family of 5!!!

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  9. And just look at the Bible verse you chose at the top of this blog! God has done great things for you, and He is showing all of us through your story that He is God!

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    1. I am in awe... Praise Jesus for the experiences you've had and for this adorable little boy... I am so happy for you and your family!!!

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  10. Wow. Just. Wow. I am amazed at how God chose to bring you this little boy. Praise the Lord who provides! He is beautiful, Debi. I'm sitting here wondering how you're ever going to get anything done with those sweet little brown cheeks around. I'd be kissing them all the time! (More pictures when you have time please.)

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  11. So so happy for you and your family of 5!!! Wow!! Such great news!!
    All the best,
    Jean

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  12. Holy cow! That's amazing! What an unbelievable story! Best of luck to you guys, Debbie, as you enjoy your new little dude!

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  13. Congratulations!!! He is so handsome! God is good.

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  14. Congratulations! What an amazing journey you have been on...you have shown such love, grace and character through it all. What a great family. So, so happy for you all. He is adorable

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  15. He is truly precious! I have major goosebumps!!! So happy for your family and so privileged to witness it. All the best!!!

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