Last Thoughts

So this morning as we prepare to go and "visit" Ivanna for our last time there are millions of thoughts of preparation running through our heads.  After our visit today we will have to make sure we have the final things that we need in the apartment and we need to find her a turtleneck shirt to go with her outfit and a light jacket.  Everything we brought her is summery and of course is still fit for the weather back home with exception of all the rain I am hearing you guys have experienced.

But, all in all on the bright side we could not be happier as we have waited for this day for quite some time now and some even thought it would never happen.  Just as many thought other avenues that we have crossed would never happen as well.  Is it us that proves wrong?  No, it is God, our Heavenly Father who makes our path.  When you venture off His path He continues to tug at you until He gets you right back where you are supposed to be.  Are you off His directed path today?  If you are there is no better time like the present to get your life in order and back on track.  It takes only ONLY one request to ask Jesus in to your heart and soul.  Do you think it's not possible?  It is possible.  In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will direct your paths.  None of us are perfect we have all sinned and we will continue to sin daily even though we strive to be the best that we can be.

Adoption, I certainly agree is not for everyone and adoption of a special needs child is not either.  We tend to make this in to a fairy tale at times because of our joy and happiness but you know what???  It's the best time of both of our lives and if we continue to treat it as such and follow the direction given then we will contniue to find true happiness regardless of the situation.  Now, I'd be lying if I said certain issues don't upset us, as that is human nature.  We will always have trials and tribulations but will continue to pray about them all.

I can't tell you the number of times we have prayed together before and during this trip and each and every time it's first and foremost being thankful for all He has done for us.

Did you thank God today?  DO IT!!!

Love,
The Stratton Family