Wow, here we go!

I got the biggest packet of information from our agency - ever!  Initially it was pretty intimidating since it was so huge.  I quickly came to the realization that it was actually only HALF the amount because there is one copy for us and one to return to the agency.

The next thing I noted was that MOST of the information was stuff that we already had read - like medical reports, developmental notes, photos, etc., that we just need to initial so they can prove we did, indeed, receive the information.

BUT, the stuff that we do need to attend to is really important!  And the immigration forms look pretty hard.  These are our OFFICIAL referral papers, our immigration and visa forms, and (gulp) a bill for our final agency fees, international processing fees, visa fees, post placement translation and transmittal fees, etc. etc. Yeah, it is big.  And no, we don't have it.

On Friday I shared on this blog how God has these things under control.  He has shown His faithfulness over and over through this process of adopting.  I'm drawing on those experiences big time now.  This bill is due in three weeks, and honestly, I have no idea where the funds will come from.  There is no time to receive grants before these are due.  It's going to have to be a "God thing" for sure. Our family is currently brainstorming ideas for raising funds, so stay tuned!

In the meantime, we have about 160 puzzle pieces left.  We'd love to get this thing finished and glued down.  If you'd like to sponsor a piece, (or several!) you may do so using the puzzle fundraising widget to the right and down the page a bit.  Pieces are sponsored at $5 each.  We plan to frame it in double glass so Abigail and Jennifer can see the the back too, with the names of those who helped to get them home in this way.

The end of the year is nearly here.  If you itemize your taxes and are contemplating a charitable donation, we'd be honored if you used the Reece's Rainbow donation button - Lanz Girls Grant.  All donations to their homecoming through this organization are tax deductible.

Thanks for your continued prayers for us.  We are really making progress and HOPE to have our girls home in 3-4 months!