Leaving December 8th!

We just received our plane tickets in the mail yesterday--what a treat to find tickets for Hannah, Carrie , and myself. But the biggest treat of all is that there is a one way ticket from China to Spokane for someone named Zhang Bai Lu. Even though we know it's going to happen, it's still surreal to think that in 15 days we will have Bai Lu forever. Right now we are busy putting the final touches on Christmas decorating, getting Bai Lu's room ready, packing stuff for her, and just getting our hearts ready for this. Please continue to be in prayer for these details at home and for Bai Lu's readiness to come.

We are reminded of God's adoption process through this time. As He brings us into His kingdom, we sometimes are apprehensive, scared of the unknown, and yet excited. But...we know He has a magnificent plan through all of this. This Christmas will be especially wonderful knowing that God has given us a gift through our new daughter.