Praying for Our Adoption

Thinking about our adoption this morning and praying for our future son or daughter. They may already be growing in the belly of their biological mommy. I'm also thinking about that expectant mother. People often don't think about the birth mom when it comes to adoption, but they need a lot of love and support and PRAYER in this process too! Whatever their reason for choosing adoption for their child, it cannot be easy on them, and it's perhaps the bravest and greatest thing they will ever do for their child. They choose to do this because they believe an adoptive family can give their child a better life than they can, but it may come at great personal cost to them, too. I'm trying to imagine what they must be going through both leading up to the decision and afterwards when their baby is now in the hands of someone else. I'm praying for their emotional state and a peace of mind that whatever decision they make is a good one. I'm praying that their own future will be a hopeful one and that God will bless them. I want to encourage you who may be reading this post and those of you who have been praying for Rachael and me during this time to please also pray for that expectant mother (and the expectant father). I'm sure they need all the prayer they can get and the love and support of friends, family, and even strangers around them.

Application Approved!

Rachael and I have good news to share! Our adoption application was approved today! This was the formal application. Next up is a TON of paperwork we have to get done before they can do a home study and includes drug tests, physicals, and background checks. Then, we'll have a two day training on March 11-12. We have a lot to do between now and then, but God is moving things along!

If you'd like to help support us in our adoption, you can either give at gofundme.com/halladoption, or if you feel more comfortable, you can give direct to Bethany Christian Services in our name. If you need more info, send us a private message. Thank you to everyone who has been praying for us, encouraging us, and contributing to our cause. Every little bit helps! It means so much, and we are so grateful to you all!

Adoption Information Meeting

Rachael and I are attending an information meeting tonight with another adoption agency. We've pretty much decided that this is the agency we're going to be working with throughout the process. Hoping to come out of it tonight with a peace of mind that God is indeed leading us to work with this agency. This meeting is the first step we need to take in order to begin on our journey to adopt! Exciting!