Ross and I have been joyfully overwhelmed by the amount of support we have received. What a blessing to have so many family and friends keeping us in their prayers.

I went to A New Beginning (the name of the adoption agency) on Friday. I don't know why, but I think I was expecting a huge celebration when I handed our home study and Infant Training class payments. It wasn't a huge production. I guess it didn't start off too well though. As I was walking up the the door I tripped and had a dramatic fall. Dramatic in the way that it literally took 30 seconds for me to hit the ground. All I could think was "and I think these people are going to trust me with a baby?" So, I walked into the the office with my head held high, expecting some major celebration, praying that the elderly couple that drove into the parking lot as I was falling down didn't come in and ask me if I was alright, and hand the checks to the lady. She didn't even ask my name. So, I proudly told her who I was and what the checks were for our class and home study. I think she was a little shocked that we were already paying for the class because it is not until April 28.  She said thank you and the receipts will be mailed to us.

Even though there was not a big celebration at the agency, I had a huge smile on my face as I walked out the door. I am so thankful to my wonderful mom who opened our baby account and has helped make it possible for us to start the adoption process. (Mimi... when baby Shaver comes know that you help the journey begin- I think papa helped too).

One last thought for this post. Ross and I (more Ross- because he is VERY practical) have been really concerned about how we will find the money to adopt. We know that we have some money put away, but still short a considerable amount. We know that we could pay the preliminary costs, but when the baby comes a huge payment is to be made. We were worried that we would get to that point and not have the money. One very special person in our family comforted us by reminding us that we have an amazing family. She said... "Do you honestly think that anyone in this family will let you get that close to having a baby and not be able to adopt the baby because of money? I don't think so. Everyone will do all they can." Thanks Kim... I/ we needed to be reminded.

We know that God is watching over us... we can see it through all of you!

Thanks for reading!