Good evening everyone!
We went to the embassy today and the news was not great. They would not give us VISA's for any of the children and asked us to return in the morning at 8:30AM. We should get visa's for the 3 but more than likely not for the baby. Our agency's lawyer is fervently working to contact a judge by tomorrow. If he can find someone to redo the court paper, we will be able to bring home Nadia too. If the court papers are not corrected, Nadia will have to return to the foster home until all is worked out. The courts resume in 2 weeks and then the paperwork will be redone. Then an embassy date will be set for just Nadia, she will get her VISA and then be able to come home. Details beyond that are unknown right now.
There is a very slight chance that the embassy will allow us to get a visa for her but it is very slim. We need LOTS of prayers for the Lord to give us a miracle. I do not know what I will do when I have to give her back. Oh, my! She is such a smily, silly, totally terrible 2 baby and we want her HOME. Please pray....we need it!
One amazing thing was after the embassy today, Dan and I were very upset. We get in the car and drove off. Neima and Karima started singing. The driver translated for us and they were singing a praise song to the Lord. Then they started singing in English, "This is the day the Lord has made. I will be glad and rejoice in it. " We totally needed to hear that. This is all in His timing so if our baby needs to stay for some reason, then that is what we will have to live with. As nasty as that result will be there must be a reason. We are so blessed with these kids. It is amazing.
Also pray for Joshua. He is very emotional over the thought of leaving Nadia here. He has an amazing heart and is such an amazing child. Please do not share this with Kayleb and J'Dyn. I will tell them when I return. Hopefully I will not have to. :)
Other stuff:
My mother in law asked for living conditions and a food report. The guest house is nice. We are on the 4th floor and Amy is on the 2nd floor. We have a "kitchen" that has a big table to play games and cards on. That has come in handy. The beds are fine and the staff is incredible.
I have not tried the food but it looks ok. Amy and Dan have and they are not dead yet, so all is good. hee hee hee I packed the perfect food and snacks for Josh and I. The cook here laughs at me when I bring my Ramen noodles and Rice pkts. He wanted to try them though -- he liked it.
Amy has been such a huge help. She is the extra arm we need. Thank you for sharing her Steve, Claire and Ben.
The people in Ethiopia are amazing. They are friendly and very family oriented. Everyone is SO loving WOW! Amazing culture. Love it!
Off to make popcorn. Love to all.
Cyndee
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I'm glad your stay is going well, and that they're treating you well!
ReplyDeleteI'm praying for Nadia's situation. Why do people have to make mistakes on these things? It's crazy! If only everyone could be like us! LOL (Just kidding, if they were all like us, we'd be in BIG trouble! :P)
Terri
I know this is an emotional time and very very hard on all of you. I have been thinking about it all day... Is there any chance that one of you would or could consider staying with Nadia until she can come home. Perhaps it would only be a few days later, but then she would have her Mom or Dad with her... You could change the airline tickets and pay the small fee to do so. Is that an option? The rest of the group could then bring the other three back. But then Nadia wouldn't be totally left behind.... Working with Study Abroad and trying to see this from all angles ... just trying to think of ways that it wouldn't be so traumatic on Nadia or the rest of you... are there other options??? Hang in there. Love you. SHEL
ReplyDeleteI just got done praying for Nadia and God's will in this situation. Hang in there, I know that the Lord is with you and is in control of this situation. He will let you know what to do! The kids are beautiful and example of God's blessings.
ReplyDeleteAl Wade
I don't think I'm going to be able to sleep tonight knowing you are at the embassy while I'm in bed. Please know that we are praying!! Also, know that I am here if you need anything...day or night! Just call.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Andrea
If everything went smoothly, we'd not turn to Jesus as much. We had kinks in China and still all was good. Like one of my favorite songs says: trust and obey-for there's no other way to be happy in Jesus, but to trust and obey. When we do, He'll calm our fears and have a peace that passes all understanding. (another song) aren't they wonderful! Isn't He wonderful, wonderful, wonderful. Isn't Jesus my Lord wonderful. Sleep knowing our God of the universe is with you and many saints who love you are praying to this sovern Lord. My brain is tired; could't think of spelling for sovern but you know what I mean. We LOVE YOU DEAR CHILDREN. Good night.
ReplyDeleteHi mom and dad-how are you doing? How are the four kids doing? I love you. Bye Kayleb
ReplyDeleteHi mom and dad. I hope you have a good time in Africa and I'm praying for you. From J'Dyn to dad, mom and Josh. I love you mom,dad and josh.
We are praying hard. Andrea has been updating me on your blogs while I am at work. You guys are awesome. Hang in there. Can't wait to see all of you on Friday.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Jeff
Praying for you guys!! We want you to bring ALLLL your children home! If God has other plans, HE IS STILL IN CONTROL!!!!! We are praying for your miracle in the meantime. You guys are awesome! :) Keep us posted!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI had such a hard time sleeping last night. I prayed every time I awoke! Please update soon - I've asked everybody I know to pray so I'll have to relay the message. Love and miss you guys - tell Josh to hang in there; he's such a great kid!
ReplyDeleteAngie
I don't know you personally, but I have been following your story for a few months since a friend told me about your family. God has such big plans for your family! (I know you know that, but I'm sure it is very hard right now when you don't know exactly what those plans are at this point). Just know that there are many people who you have never even met who are praying for you because they believe in the power of prayer. Prayer requests for you are even popping up on my Facebook. May God bless your journey!
ReplyDeleteSarah
Hey guys. I haven't heard from you since yesterday so I'm anxious to know how things are going or if you've heard any news yet. We're praying for you all. Tell Amy I got her card and it was much appreciated! Tell her I saw Claire playing soccer last night. You're all in my thoughts and prayers constantly. Hope to hear something soon!
ReplyDeleteJill
I can't stand the suspense!! Andrea and I are going crazy!!! Please update soon. I know you will so I'm not trying to be bossy but...it is 9:30 there. Surely you've put the little ones to bed. How is Josh holding up? What about you and Dan?? I'm sure it has been so nice to have Amy there with you. I am so thankful for her! OK I'll just continue praying. Love ya, Angie
ReplyDeleteI am going to bed soon but just wanted to tell you guys good morning just in case you get this up in the morning! I am still praying as are MANY others. God is always good and whatever happens has been filtered through His love first. He is in control. Love you guys!!! Angie
ReplyDeleteCyndee,
ReplyDeleteIs has been so long since I've seen you. I saw on Facebook comment by Sarah Victor who I used to work with that you all were in Africa adopting! Congratulations! I'm so happy for everyone. What a blessing everyone will be to one another! I would love to see you all again at the airport but I am working on Friday. I will pray that everything with the Visas work out.
Tracy Hollander
I hope all is well. I missed not having a post today. I did hear from your Mom, though, and I have been and will continue to pray!!! I cannot wait to hear from you and see you all.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Andrea