I can't even begin to explain what has happened this past year. Our first year home was rough, that's putting it mildly. Our second year has been much smoother with our family finally rounding the corner. Our two new kids, who were absolutely terrified, arrived home not knowing a word of English. They were scared of every automatic bathroom hand dryer that turned on, every automatic door that opened, every escalator/elevator we took, every water fountain we used & every dog we saw! Yes, those kids, are now thriving! My words can not do their progress justice besides saying that it has been an amazing journey. I thank God for what He has done and that He allows us to play a part. We traded our comfortable life for one with more meaning. While I'd be lying if I said that everyday is my "best day ever," what I can say is that it's worth it. I count it, all of it, joy. "Love never fails..." 1 Cor 13:8
Year 2 Recap:
I have learned far more about child abuse & neglect than I ever wanted to know
Some days are very, very long, but so far I have a 100% success rate on making it through
What my kids really need is a momma who shows up each & every day
Grief & mourning are a process that can't be rushed
Sometimes my worst enemy is myself
Fear can have many faces and show up when you least expect it
Being content with what you have is more difficult than it sounds
It's ok to struggle, just don't give up
When I can't make it better, I just need to stand alongside my child
My kids have learned much more watching me fail than if I had lived perfectly
I don't have to be the perfect mom
