So I'm going to start this update right off by saying, WE'RE MATCHED!! It was quite a process to reach this stage but we are here and we got here much quicker than anticipated! It's amazing how the Lord works!! After all of the paperwork and time spent, an expectant mother viewed our profile and book and wanted to meet us. We met with her a couple of different times so she could get to know us a little. She is very sweet and artistic. We also met the biological dad and he is kind and hard working. We are eager to move forward in this process with these two and it seems like it will be easy to see a relationship and open adoption in the future with them.
As exciting as all of this sounds, I'm having a really hard time actually feeling really excited. Everyone around has been shouting, screaming, crying, hugging, and just ecstatic for us. It is such a joy to have people around us who care so much for us and for the future of our family. I love the support we always have in our family and our friends. Grant and I, on the other hand, have to remain cautious and guarded. As much as we love this expectant mom that we are matched with, we still have to understand that at any point she may chose to parent instead of proceed with the adoption plan. We aren't sure of all the details yet and will be finding them out as we move on with everything. Our social worker said she will be meeting with us in a few weeks to discuss the plan of action for the date of birth. We are carefully planning and trying to determine how much to prepare for as the baby is due mid September.
One thing we really need to do is step up with our fundraising efforts. We still have our "gofundme" site all set up and would love help there. Our goal was to raise at least $10,000 to help with covering funds. With all the different fundraisers so far, we have been able to raise $5,366.71! We are so excited that we are over halfway to our goal! Of course, the adoption is costing us more than the $10,000 so going over our goal would definitely be a bonus. Please spread the word and share our link! Every little bit helps! Click this link to help out.
We also need prayer. We would love prayer for the biological mom and dad. I can't even imagine the decision they are making and how difficult it must be. They are two very sweet people who love this child and want what is best for him. We are so thankful and feel so blessed that they have chosen us to care for this baby. Please pray for peace within them and for God's plan to be shown to them. Please also pray for a healthy baby, for our finances, and for our sanity as we anxiously prepare.
Thank you to everyone who purchased shirts, took home baby bottles, donated items to the garage sale, donated money, and helped with all of the fundraising. We have appreciated this community that has gathered around us to help bring baby Gimby home. We don't know where we'd be without everyone!
"Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart"
Psalm 37:4
