Thankful Thursday

I got this idea and symbol from Stacy, Isabella's mom. I think it is a great idea and something I need to do more often, list the things I am thankful for. I will try to do 5 each week.

1. Johanna Faith, my precious baby girl
2. My mom who is also my best friend, co-worker, and housemate
3. The cool day today - high about 80
4. My church and church family - cornerstonepeople.org
5. My blog friends

Last Birthday Away

Today Johanna Faith is 8 months old. This is her last monthly birthday away from home and me.

Happy 8 months my sweet baby girl. I love you so much and I am finally coming to get you. Grandma and I will see you tomorrow. I am praying you have a smooth transition. I know you will miss your foster family and they will miss you too. I will love you with all I am and be the best mother you could ever have.
See you tomorrow,
Mommy

Day of Prayer

Today has been declared a Day of Prayer for those waiting for Mixco bc's and those who will be waiting. We are also praying for changes in hearts of those working at the Mixco Civil Registry and Minors' Court. Please join us today in praying.
Thanks,
Gail and Johanna Faith

Six Weeks!

I have been in PGN six weeks now. I should have about two weeks left. I don't think I have ever prayed so much in my life. I am trusting God for this process and am amazed at the peace I feel.
Hang in there Johanna Faith. Mommy will be down to get you soon.

New Pictures . . .ALREADY

Edited to add: She got her ears pierced!! I am so glad. I didn't want to have to take her to have it done. I am too chicken!

I got new pictures of Johanna Faith already. It has been less than a month since the last ones but, I'm not complaining. I may be biased but I think she is beautiful!! She now weighs 15.51 pounds.






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Happy 5 Months!

Johanna Faith,
Today your are five months old. Even though I have never met you, I miss you so very much. I took your latest pictures to church with me this morning and everyone I showed them to is excited to me you. Many people are praying for you and that you will get to come home soon. You are going to be so loved by so many people here.
I love you very much already.
Mommy

Johanna is 3 Months Old!

Happy 3 Months my sweet Johanna Faith. I hope I can have you home before too many of the months past. I love you very, very much!!
Mommy

2 Months Old

Johanna Faith is two months old today. Oh, how I wish I had her home. I also wish I would get some more news about her and some new pictures. I have received nothing since the referral. I did get an email from my agency Friday saying they had heard from my attorney. I needed to send 4 signed copies of the G-28 and I-600. That's it. I guess there was no update. I'm really getting bummed about it.

Secret Blog Pal

Thank you so much Secret Blog Pal!! The gift you sent for me and Johanna Faith couldn't have come at a better time. I have been feeling blue the last couple of days and this gift has lifted and renewed my spirits.

This gift came in an adorable baby box. It is a beautiful white and lavender sleeper and a wonderful blanket to match. The blanket is satiny on one side and soft-furry on the other. I can hardly wait to see Johanna with this lovely blanket.

All In The Name

Johanna Faith
That is the name God and I have chosen for my daughter. Why am I bringing this up again? Tomorrow is the presidential election in Guatemala. Adoptions in Guatemala are up in the air. But, God is gracious (Johanna) and I have to keep my "Faith" that God will complete what He and I have started. I am so glad my daughter will have the name that exemplifies what this adoption process has meant to me and the areas I have grown and still will continue to grow in.