Today, Dan and I went down to Phoenix to meet with our adoption agency. I want to say that everything went fine and dandy, but I would be lying. The meeting itself it went well, good conversation and good information. However, at the end of the meeting, they told us that there was no longer funding for their expense assistance program and we would have to pay the entire amount... Over $30,000. My heart dropped and my mind began to wander, is this the right decision? Is there another option? Why would God make this so difficult? All we want is a baby that we can provide a loving home for. Is that too much to ask?! Just as I was being sucked into one of my pity parties Dan reminded me that God is in complete control. He knows our hearts and has just the right baby for us in his perfect timing. ( God knew I needed a man like Dan in my life, he definitely keeps me accountable!) As we continued home, both of us in deep thought, I said: " We would've paid $30,000 for Peyton." Dan just replied without hesitation, "We would've paid 10x 30,000 for Peyton." There is no price tag you can put on your children and I am officially laying this adoption at the feet of Jesus. It is in his hands and I will trust!
With all that being said, I wanted to communicate that we are still 100% open to any other adoption avenues that come our way. We will continue to move forward with Christian Family Care agency until God shuts the door, but are in no way tied down to just that option.
You never know who might read this or what could happen. We were blessed with Peyton through an amazing circumstance and will not close the doors on any possiblities. Please share our story, because God just might put you in the right place at the right time!
As always, we are extremely grateful for your support and prayers! -Dan, Amy, Caleb & Peyton
Have you considered international? It may be less.
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