First a Pearl, then Three Rubies!!: Xia

5:26 AM |

First of all let me start this by saying, WOW!!! What a blessing to have so many celebrating with us. Thank you! I can't wait to share the story of how this little girl came into our life. It is a story that only God could orchestrate. It all began with an email from and adoptive friend to me back in September of 2008. This led us to a little girl that we thought was meant to be ours. But, ultimately God had another plan. Much bigger really.. And, it involves this quote by Jan Beazely in her book, "The Strength of Mercy." This is what she heard God say to her when an adoption for a specific child fell through:

"I showed you one to give you another. Trust me. You don't have time to grieve

over this. If you do, you'll miss the child I have for you. I promise

in the end you will see and understand."

Jeff and I have learned that when you really trust God, and hear his voice, and step outside your comfort zone that He blesses you abundantly. The verse that encouraged me during the past year was this...

"The one who calls you is faithful, and He will do it!" ~1Thessalonians 5:24

Our new daughter's name is Xia, pronounced "See-ah." We think it is beautiful, and we are working on keeping it or naming her something very close. She is a summer girl like Ruby and Jeff. Her birthday is July 20, 2005. She was on the Waiting Child List in August, but we did not find out about her until late September (from another amazing adoption Mom.) We locked her file on October 9th. And, yesterday we received the coveted PA (pre-approval). We are logged in, so now we are waiting for our LSC (Letter Seeking Confirmation or "LOA" Letter Of Approval.) This is the official referral of her to us. This is when I get to share her beautiful face with you all! They tell us it can take anywhere from 6-12 weeks to receive this. Then another 8-12 weeks to travel to Changsha, Hunan to meet her. So, best case we are in China in March, worst case May. Of course we are praying for things to go quickly!

Many of you have asked about the girls! Well, they are very excited. Ruby tells everyone who will listen that she is getting a new sister!!! She and Xia will be roommates, and Ainsley is willingly giving up her big bedroom. Some have asked how Ruby will do with Xia being older.... In my opinion Ruby needs to be the baby here. She fits the role perfectly!!!! And, they will be so close in age, that I don't think it will matter. Ruby will love having a "buddy!" and partner in crime! Sharing her Mama will be another story!

And, for Jeff, I just have to say thank you honey!!! Your willingness to have four girls in your life and two female dogs is such a blessings!!!! I can't wait to go back to China with you!

We know that bringing a 4 year old into our family is much different than a baby. But, we also believe God led us to Xia. And, He WILL equip us with what we need to meet her where she is at. And, in the meantime we are working closely with a friend in China to communicate to her foster mother what is going on. With the hope that Xia will be as prepared as a four year old can be when she meets us. There will be more than one care package going to our precious girl!

So, thank you again for your kind messages. We look forward to sharing the story of God's faithfulness!

~Blessings,

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