So after a night of much hopeful prayer coming from all of the faith my little mustard seed could muster, we got the call today from our caseworker about our day in Ethiopian court. I knew from her voice when I answered the phone that we didn't pass. Little Miss J's paperwork was fine. If we had only been adopting her, our case would have passed. The problem was with Baby E's paperwork. The court decided to ask for an additional document that is not usually required so this was a surprise to all concerned. The Gladney team will now have to acquire this document for our next court date which is not until 1/29. That means we will not travel now until February. As of last night, we were planning on New Year's Eve in Ethiopia. We will now not see our girls for many more weeks. What makes this even more hurtful is that we were the only family who did not pass court today.
This is a bit of a faith-shaking event. I'm not sure what God was thinking on this one. It's hard to process why all of this happened but we are trying to trust that God still has a plan for us and for our girls. We are now trying to regroup and plan what the next step will be. This is a truly devastating day.
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I am so so sorry. It IS devastating. There is nothing to say to make you feel better but you are still in our prayers, for comfort and strength. SO sorry to read this. Praying praying for the next court date and for you all in these next weeks. Hang in there. M
I am so so sorry. I can't imagine how you are feeling.
No words I can give will help you feel better, but please know that you are on the hearts of this Gladney family.
Praying for you all and your next court date.
-beka
I am SO sorry. I wanted to read you passed. I know your hearts are heavy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Please know that we are thinking of you and praying for you. It is very difficult to not pass court again and again. So many people told me over the past 9 months "once you get through this, you won't even think about it again". Now that we are through this, I can't say that is true. Right now, all you can think about is the fact that you're delayed. Again. There's no way you can even figure out why. Once you do make it through court, I can tell you that your life will be a whirlwind. You won't forget the waiting and the hurt that came along with it - but there is so much to look forward to. We are praying.
We received your package today. Thanks for the starbucks giftcard (too much!). We can't wait to meet your kids and give them all their fun gifts. We feel truly honored to meet them and play with them.
I am so sorry. Please know you are in our prayers and thoughts!
I am so sorry for your disappointing news I know your hearts must be broken right now.
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I am so sorry. You will be in my prayers.
You are in my heart and prayers. If only I was actually there with you... xoxo
We are so sorry. We too are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
I am so sorry you didn't pass court date. I was following all the blogs and you were the last one I was waiting for...I thought for sure it was 10 for 10 today.
Last year, we "passed" court on the last day court was open in 2007, only to find out on Monday that there was an error on the one critical document we needed to bring her home. That weekend, we went out and bought everything we needed for a new baby, and the humanitarian aid stuff. The news was like a punch in the stomach. Months later, a few more delays...Ramadan being one of them, we finally passed on October 18th! I was on pins and needles, but had to rely on my faith. Habakkuh 2:3 got me through it...I hope it helps you too! "For the revelation awaits an appointed time; it speaks of the end and will not prove false. Though it linger, wait for it; it will certainly come and not delay." There were many things during out wait for courts to reopen that happened that made us realize exactly why we were delayed....I hope at some point you'll be able to find peace.....
my heart aches for you. we are thinking and praying for you today. let me know if we can do anything.
I'm so so sorry. I can't imagine how hard this must be. Praying for you guys.
I echo everyone else in saying that this just stinks. You are right, there's nothing that can make you feel better. Just time, and actually getting through court. I think adoption tests our faith to the brink. This is when trust comes in, and it's painful and hard. Just know that you're not alone... that so many of us are here for you to lean on.
I pray for peace in your heart tonight...
becca
I'm so sorry Sarah, this time last year we were also the only family not to past court due to an error in Keller's documentation. I was crushed and so emotionally exhausted. You'll get through this...I'm thinking of you!
Renee
I am very sorry to hear this news. There are people out here, who you don't even know, that are praying for you and your children. - Julie O.
I am so sorry to hear the news. Ryan and I will be praying for you guys!
We know how hard this is to take at a time where you are so close. God does have the perfect plan for you two and right now the play book says "patience"--and trust in Him.
Oh, I am so sorry! We've been in your shoes. Now that we are on the other side of it and have been home three months with our girls, all that I can offer is hang in there, it WILL happen, and your two new blessings will be with their forever family soon!
"Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer." Romans 12:12
Blessings,
Kristy
My heart just broke when I read that email.
I will continue to lift you and Davis up & pray Jesus will protect and watch over the girls.
Be strong, hold on to Him. This nightmare will end, and it will be worth it when they are in your arms!
Love, Joy
It is not a good day when faced with challenges such as this. As you said God has a plan and he might let you in on his intentions at some time. Until then keep the faith and trust that He is in control. Patience is good and hard to remember in these trying circumstances.
Oh, I am sooo sorry. I know your pain right know. Be assured each day gets easier. We did not pass on Friday and have been reassigned to the 21st. I wil keep you in our prayers.
Well I really wanted to check in and see how you guys are doing.
I know the news was devistating but I DO believe God has a time and place for everything. There have been so many times I have been mad and then looked back and relized how perfectly it worked out afterall and how, if it had been different it wouldn't have been a good thing. I love the book of James b/c it puts it better than I can!
Of course I know you know all of this already.
Know that there are prayers being said on your familys behalf, ALL of your family! I hope you can be together soon! I hate that you have to wait!
awwwwwww ...... tears for you guys today. Please know that we'll keep praying you through until those precious kids are in your arms!!! Blessings, Shelly
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