This blog is dedicated primarily to our beautiful daughter Raina. "Brothers and sisters, consider the farmer, who waits patiently for the rain..."
James 5:7 (jcp)
Friday, September 4, 2009
Update!!!
We sent a care package to Raina's orphanage last week. We used a service run by a wonderful girl in China named Ann (redthreadchina.com). She put together a little photo album of our family (with pics that I emailed to her) for Raina to have. We also sent a little doll/blanket, and a cute duffle bag for her belongings to bring home when we pick her up. We also asked Ann to try and get any updated information from the orphanage about our little girl. Well, today we received a great email with updated measurements such as: height (33 inches), weight (27.5 lbs), feet size, head & chest size, and how many teeth she has (16 little chompers). Not only are we thrilled with her growth progress, we were also told "She can walk by herself now, she can crawl steps, she can catch water and drink it by herself too!" And... NEW PICTURES! Just as we suspected, since the climate she lives in is similar to Florida, they keep her head buzzed - but we think she is the most adorable thing anyway. Now, we just want to GO, and it shouldn't be too much longer before we know when that will be. Stay glued...
My name is Jay. I am a 37 year old guy, elated to be married to my beautiful bride of 15 years, Laura. We have two sons, Evan and Colin, who are just about the most amazing two boys that anyone, anywhere, has ever known. We have a beautiful daughter named Raina, whom we have recently adopted from China - and quite simply, she has completely lit up our world. I am a bass-playing worship leader at Parkview Christian Church who happens to earn a living as a communications technician in the mighty city of Chicago. I make a very human attempt at following my savior Jesus Christ as closely as I can, so I am therefore very thankful for His grace. He laid down His life in order to purchase mine, and gave me eternal life in exchange for my trust in Him. He has proven Himself faithful to me throughout my life, which is why I hold fast to Him.
2 comments:
Just came over from RQ. SHE IS PRECIOUS!!!
You know what, I think her expression is this;
"Mama, Baba, I'm READY for you to come and love me unconditionally! Come on already!"
Again, hugs! You'll be there SOON!!!
She is beautiful! I am so eager and excited to see her. I cant even imagine how you guys feel. Love you and pray for you all daily. Schreibers
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