homeAbout Meadoptionsponsorcontact photo g_zpsbad26645.png

October 9, 2012

How Am I Going to Get Through this Day?!?


Right now I’m sitting in my hotel room, watching my precious baby nap (in a hoodie with no A/C… she’s going to need a down body-suit when we get to TN) and I am ALL nerves.  Today I wait and see if the embassy has mercy and expedites our visa.  My POA is there right now on behalf of our case (and 5 other children.)  Phew.  Lord, JESUS, may they give us a stamped visa TODAY. 

So while I wait, I thought I’d write about last night.  Wow.  Just wow.  Our friends (the angels) who helped save our baby's life, invited us over for a traditional Ghanaian meal.  At 5:45 we heard a knock on our hotel door and it was their 10 year old son, there to escort us to their home.  As we drove in the car through the bumpy, red dirt roads, I couldn’t help but be reminded of the incredible experiences God has allowed me to have throughout this adoption journey.  I’m experiencing new cultures, observing different ways of life, appreciating things I typically take for granted, and meeting absolute angels along the way.

When we arrived at the house we were graciously greeted by all of the children and aunties and grandmother we had met during our last visit.  One child ran up and gave us a hug, dogs were barking (Abi LOVED the dogs barking) and the grandmother came to give us a hug.  It was such a warm and loving welcome. 

We took off our shoes, walked inside and visited with the children.  A few minutes later the children were asked to leave the room and a table was set for two.  (Just my mom and me.)


Paul told us that the grandmother would take care of Abiella while I ate, so I could enjoy my meal.  So I handed Abi to the amazing woman who had so beautifully prayed for her health two nights before. Before long,  2 beautiful plates of hot food came out, 2 sachets of water, and a bowl and soap for us to wash our hands.  They told us to enjoy the meal and left the room.  While we ate our meal, they were in and out, checking on us, and telling us, “You are not strangers! Eat every bite!” with huge smiles on their faces.  The dish was called “Red Red” and it was DELICIOUS. (Beans, plantains, meat…) Lawrencia made it (the amazing woman who had been bringing Abi porridge all week) and at the end of the meal we thanked them profusely for the honor of enjoying such an extraordinary dish in their amazing home. We visited with them some more and before long, the taxi was back and we all gathered around for one more prayer. This time we asked for a quick visa and an easy trip home.  The grandmother said a BEAUTIFUL prayer (again, different language, but I could FEEL it) Paul said a prayer, and then we said “Hallelujiah, Amen!” 

We hugged and laughed and said goodbye. I hugged these people like they were my own kin and told them I loved them and that I would be sending photos of Abiella.

30 minutes later we were back at our hotel with full bellies, thankful spirits, and ready for a good night’s rest. 

Today, we wait in the hotel room for news regarding the visa.  I am more nervous than ever!!! We have tickets on hold to leave for home Thursday night but we have to confirm them today.  If I don’t have the visa today I’m not sure it’s wise to confirm the tickets and possibly lose the money… But if I don’t confirm I literally lose the only seat available until the 15th of October.  Ahhhh…

Abi (praise God!) has been doing great! This is the BIGGEST BLESSING. She is feeling good and has been very smiley. She finds almost everything funny.  (Loud noises, other people laughing, etc.) Praise God for a happy, healthy baby. (She still doesn’t feel 100%... she threw up this morning from so much mucus and she had some gas pains… but MUCH Better!  She’s SUCH a trooper.)

 Alright- off to go edit photos, drink a coke, and somehow make it through the rest of this day :)

16 comments:

Danielle said...

love you guys. Praying for the visa! xo <3

Kristine@thefoleyfam said...

God is great and I am so thankful to wake up to more of your beautiful journey this morning!! Will b lifting you all up today especially!!! Love and hugs dear friend.

Kp said...

Prayers!

Anna Catherine said...

Reading about your journey has just been incredible. Praying hard for you this morning that your receive the expedited visa!

It's Sooo Fluffy said...

I hope you get the visa today!

Carolyn said...

You have SUCH an incredible story! I'm praying and hoping for a quick visa for you!!!!!!!!!!

Ally @ Even Miracles said...

Praying that it all goes your way and the visa's get there today so you can all come home!!!!

Babygirl said...

Prayers going up!! What an amazing journey this has been. God is sooo GOOD!

Anonymous said...

i just happened to stumble across your blog last week and ive found your story and journey so inspirational. I cant even begin to imagine what you are going through but you are such a wonderful person and my prayers go out to you and abi.

-krystle @ aplatefulofhappiness.blogspot.com

Michelle said...

Oh my goodness!! I just read your previous and post and this one and I am SO excited for you!! I'm praying!! I can't wait to hear how everything goes! Abiella is so precious and I'm so happy you finally get to bring her home!

three little birds said...

oh my do I know that feeling so well, you and your sweet girl are in my thoughts, hoping you get good news soon soon soon!

Audrie Is... said...

Goodness gracious!! I cannot even begin to tell how much I am feeling for you and all this anxiety/excitement you are going through. :( I am praying for you daily and it seems many other blogger angels are as well! Keep your head up and just try to remember that in a few short weeks at the VERY most, you will have this precious girl home and this will all be a thing of the past! Praying for a speedy approval and for her continued health improvements!

Lisamarie said...

Hi there! I just found your blog through Tiffany's blog. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Abi. You are doing such an amazing thing. I hope you both make it home soon.

Sassy Smack said...

praying praying praying! keep your chin up mae mae. i have a big squeeze ready for you and abi. :) love you!

Unknown said...

I'm praying!!! God works miracles. He has a BIG plan in store. It's all in His timing.

Missy said...

Anxious to hear - still praying!