How did we get started?

Having three kids is a true blessing! Both of our families are full of kids and one family should be adding another child to our group very soon. We are thankful for our families and the love that they share. We appreciate their support as we have this adventure. They have asked where our decision came from and really we believe that it was placed on our hearts, but how? So here's how we began...We received a news bulletin from the adoption agency that helped us with our son. As we were sitting in our kitchen, our common meeting place, our oldest was looking through the information and asked why we don't adopt again? So it was said to talk to her dad:) We decided after our oldest asked why we are not adopting again that we needed to pray and proceed. We began talking and praying and then an email was sent about waiting children. And so we began. Now that we are preparing for a new year, the kids are sharing what they are looking forward to and here are their answers: our son - a boy (and that is his focus. when he is asked about having brothers or sisters, he strongly states that he needs a brother or more than one brother.) oldest daughter - family time and to see what happens with the adoption (she takes on a lot of responsibility and she is a worrier. being that she is older, she is excited and nervous about our new adventure) our second oldest daughter (we don't like to use 'middle child' nor does she like that phrase)- excited for more family members and to get to know her siblings (she is our curious one) We are excited for what 2013 brings to our lives. We trust that God will be there with us through this adventure wherever it takes us. Praying for guidance from Him and calmness in our hearts - Home study is almost done- YEA! Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; acknowledge Him in all your ways and he will make your paths straight. This picture shows the children on one side of our family with grandparents. Blessed!