Wednesday, January 12, 2011

Where to next?

Dress up time with our friend, Zoe
Julia is supposed to be Buzz Lightyear, in case you couldn't figure it out :)
Playing with hotpads, so fun!

We are now back in the normal routine of school, work, etc. I feel like we are in a really good place right now. A big part of that is because we have been healthy for the past month. :) Also, Julia and Isaac are starting to play together. Granted there is still alot of arguing, but it is getting better. Julia is also playing better by herself, an answered prayer! So, of course this leads me to start wondering if God wants us to take another leap of faith. Bethany has been calling us again about foster kids needing a home. We have said no to both cases (which is physically painful for me at the time), but it leads us to start asking the tough questions about what does God want for our family? Do we try an older foster child or another young child? Do we wait awhile before taking in another child? I am often praying, "Lord, please give us abundantly clear direction!" It is always hard to be realistic about what one can handle, but also realizing that God doesn't call us to lead a "complacent" life.

So, now you all have a small glimpse into our thoughts these days. :) We would appreciate your prayers too as we discern God's will for our family, thanks!

2 comments:

Stephanie said...

1) Love the dress up outfits.
2) I think its really cool how you are used to "not" leading a complacent life. I'll be praying for wisdom and direction- love you!

EAJ said...

Like the pics of the kids and the memories of you 3 playing along with each other(sometimes not). We will keep you both in our prayers for God's direction.
Dad J