We were told once again today that our file has not been released but it will be soon. Those should be encouraging words, but we've been told that for the past month... you are close, it will be soon, in a week, etc. It does wear on a body.
I was thinking last evening about the length this process has taken and the truth that nothing happens that's not for our good and His glory. Rather than look at the delays of this adoption as our misfortune, I am seeing it as a wonderful opportunity to bring glory to the One who suffered on my behalf. This is all much bigger than my life and what I want. This is the Lord's plan for our family and the girls we hope to adopt. He does not make mistakes, so I am the one who needs to adjust my ways of viewing this whole situation. We want to consider it all joy and do the rest of this adoption without further complaining.
It is good that the girls are staying in Guatemala because His timing is perfect. We are thankful that they are telling us it will be soon and will rejoice greatly when the Lord moves the hearts of the PGN to release our file. Yes, we are missing milestones, but we will have years with these girls. Our biological children love them even though they are not physically in our home. They pray for them nightly and consider them their sisters only living afar. It is a blessing to have included them in our lives from the time they were born. We are grateful for the referring agency, facilitator and coordinator who handle our file and work diligently on our behalf in a most difficult political situation. We have thought and prayed for people we never had otherwise. The Lord has truly blessed us in many ways but especially in the growth of our own faith in ways we would have never have chosen for ourselves otherwise. We will pray for the hearts of the PGN staff who view our file... not just for our file to be released but of most importance, their salvation. Our God is great and greatly to be praised!
Friday, October 31, 2008
Thursday, October 30, 2008
A Big Day...
Our kids participated in this year's Reformation Fair in Celebration of Martin Luther's posting of his 95 Thesis calling for reformation of the Christian Church on October 31, 1517. Each year the kids wear fun costumes. The oldest children actually work the booths at the fair while the younger do the activities and play the games. A good time is had by all. My oldest daughter is the craftsman behind these great costumes.
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Hopefully New Pictures Soon...
We understand, from our facilitator, that another adopting family, who is traveling to Guatemala today, will be taking some pictures of the girls for us. What a blessing that will be to see their little faces.
Reports say that the computer problems at PGN are the result of a lightning strike to the internet antenna. They are currently waiting on parts from the US to correct the problem. In the meantime, an effort is being made to try to use another server to enter the data into the computers. Some files are being released, but very very few (about 1 per week of those reporting online). The computers have been down now for over 2 weeks. Supposedly, they are still working the files, just cannot enter the data for release.
Please be in prayer that the system will be fully functional quickly.
Reports say that the computer problems at PGN are the result of a lightning strike to the internet antenna. They are currently waiting on parts from the US to correct the problem. In the meantime, an effort is being made to try to use another server to enter the data into the computers. Some files are being released, but very very few (about 1 per week of those reporting online). The computers have been down now for over 2 weeks. Supposedly, they are still working the files, just cannot enter the data for release.
Please be in prayer that the system will be fully functional quickly.
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
As Of Last Night...
We received word from our facilitator that our file will not be released this week. The PGN holds all the cards and only want to be asked once a week or they punish those who do by delaying further the release of files. Our file was inquired about last Friday the 10th. The coordinator said we were close; thought that only counted in horseshoes :) Any how, things are very slow at PGN. The computers are still not fully operational and the last two weeks have only shown two releases on the boards.
We also learned that due to the length of this process our foster moms have not received any funds for the care of the children. That is most worrisome. Please continue to seek the Lord's protection for these wee ones as we wait on His timing. We know He holds them in His Hands, we just want to join Him in praying that His Will be done. Pray also that our will continues to match His.
We also learned that due to the length of this process our foster moms have not received any funds for the care of the children. That is most worrisome. Please continue to seek the Lord's protection for these wee ones as we wait on His timing. We know He holds them in His Hands, we just want to join Him in praying that His Will be done. Pray also that our will continues to match His.
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Today's Correspondence...
Received this from our facilitator:
"I have word that the team anticipates the next round of release of files from the PGN in about ten days to two weeks. Yours will be in that batch.
They are very tight on funding as the files are being signed but not released. A matter of 'what is it worth to you?' It is taking payment to get the files in hand."
Our remaining fees are being held by our contract agency until we exit PGN but the attorney is requesting additional money in order to pay to have these files released. The attorneys are out of money since this process has been drawn out so long by the PGN and CNA. It is so sad to see the corruption of men's hearts. These people have said they care for these children but you see just how much they care about themselves and how much they can fill their own pockets.
Our hearts break for these children whom few really care about. We are honored the Lord has allowed us to be on this journey and demonstrate His love and care. Pray for us as we consider how to proceed.
Update: Our contracting agency has agreed to release a token amount of funds to us to assist with the shortage being experienced by the attorneys. Our understanding is that we will not be charged additional on the other end of things, we are just freeing up money now. That's a praise. Thank you for your prayers on our behalf. We are thankful to the Lord for His guidance.
"I have word that the team anticipates the next round of release of files from the PGN in about ten days to two weeks. Yours will be in that batch.
They are very tight on funding as the files are being signed but not released. A matter of 'what is it worth to you?' It is taking payment to get the files in hand."
Our remaining fees are being held by our contract agency until we exit PGN but the attorney is requesting additional money in order to pay to have these files released. The attorneys are out of money since this process has been drawn out so long by the PGN and CNA. It is so sad to see the corruption of men's hearts. These people have said they care for these children but you see just how much they care about themselves and how much they can fill their own pockets.
Our hearts break for these children whom few really care about. We are honored the Lord has allowed us to be on this journey and demonstrate His love and care. Pray for us as we consider how to proceed.
Update: Our contracting agency has agreed to release a token amount of funds to us to assist with the shortage being experienced by the attorneys. Our understanding is that we will not be charged additional on the other end of things, we are just freeing up money now. That's a praise. Thank you for your prayers on our behalf. We are thankful to the Lord for His guidance.
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