Revelation 3:8 (New International Version)
I know your deeds. See, I have placed before you an open door that no one can shut. I know that you have little strength, yet you have kept my word and have not denied my name.

“The child is the beauty of God present in the world – that greatest gift to a family.” (Blessed Teresa of Calcutta)

Tuesday, September 13, 2011

We are expecting...via Adoption that is!! Yes!!






Here is our little princess. She is in Eastern Europe. She has been bedridden for 10 years. This is her Reeces Rainbow name Lilliana but we will need to agree on a name and so far we have rounded them down to 7 names.
Anyways, Liliiana is 11 years old and weighs only 10 pounds. Another mom adopting gave us the measurements and it was heartbreaking. Our home study is complete but we still have a lot to do. Today, was a big day since it is our first day on the commitment page of Reeces Rainbow.
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61 comments:

  1. summerSeptember 13, 2011 at 1:51 PM

    Oh My Gosh!!!!! GOD BLESS YOU!!!!!! YAY - YAY - YAY!!!!! When we went to EE to adopt our little girl - Nico talked so much of your family!!! He adores YOU and your husband!!! And now you are going to bring home this Princess - Oh GOD IS GOOD!!!!

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  2. GretchenSeptember 13, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    God bless you. Oh, it does my heart good to know this little girl will FEEL LOVE!

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  3. CareBearSeptember 13, 2011 at 1:58 PM

    I'm so happy to see you bringing this beautiful girl into your family! I have been her RR prayer warrior since last April. I will continue to pray for her and for you daily.

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  4. MarianneSeptember 13, 2011 at 2:52 PM

    Jenny, I can't tell you how excited I am for you! I can't wait to tell my sister (who snuggled with Ian and fell in love with him at the US Embassy). I can't wait to see Liliana home with your big beautiful family!

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  5. PattiSeptember 13, 2011 at 2:54 PM

    ooooh I can't believe it's you!! YAY!!!! SO happy for you!!

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  6. JenniferSeptember 13, 2011 at 3:43 PM

    Congratulations! Can't wait to read through your blog and learn from your family. I long to see Miss Liliana home where she belongs! But your RR Family Page and your profile on sidebar suggest there's more than one coming home???

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  7. KristinSeptember 13, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    I am in awe and in tears. You have an amazing family!

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  8. SarahSeptember 13, 2011 at 5:22 PM

    I'm so happy to see your family adopting again! You were toward the end of your last adoption when I discovered RR (and hence, your blog) last year and I was totally inspired by your family.

    I've been wondering about how life has been, and immediately upon seeing this update I recognized your family and got so excited that I again get to follow your story!

    Love and prayer to you all!!

    Sarah
    http://alongtheroadadoption.blogspot.com

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  9. JuliaSeptember 13, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    YOU GOT ME CRYING. Yep. Tears pouring.

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  10. amyl4September 13, 2011 at 6:59 PM

    Jenny, I love that you are adopting "Lillianna" I will be praying her home quickly:)

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  11. StephanieSeptember 13, 2011 at 8:09 PM

    WHOOO HOOO! I say what everyone else says. WOW, all I can say is WOW and GO GOD!!!!! I know God will continue to bless your family. Many jewels in your crowns.

    Stephanie Lynch

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  12. sacra vimSeptember 13, 2011 at 8:24 PM

    Congratulations! Praise God for your family! We've been praying for this little girl since we saw her held by our friend in the photos. Bless you!

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  13. NonaSeptember 13, 2011 at 8:28 PM

    Congratulations! Lilliana is indeed blessed to be coming home to your family, and you are blessed to have her! What a marvelous adventure awaits you, as you prepare to add this child to your beautiful family.

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  14. AnneSeptember 13, 2011 at 8:33 PM

    wow!! So very excited to see liliana will be in such a wonderful and amazing family!! can't wait to see her fatten up and surrounded by love!

    Anne
    Colorado
    mom to Joshua, DS, 6

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  15. EmileeSeptember 13, 2011 at 8:34 PM

    Dear Jenny,
    God bless you and your husband for rescuing this little angel. I pray the process will go smoothly and you will be able to bring her home ASAP!

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  16. LaurenSeptember 13, 2011 at 8:58 PM

    I am so thrilled to read this! God bless you on this journey.

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  17. MamadalaSeptember 13, 2011 at 8:59 PM

    I've been thinking and praying about Lilliana since I first learned of her and am thrilled to meet her family! My love and blessings to you on your journey! God speed!

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  18. Spencer GirlsSeptember 13, 2011 at 9:10 PM

    Praising God! I have been praying for Liliana. Found out about her first at http://openedeyesadoption.blogspot.com/ Excited to follow her journey on your blog!

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  19. MeredithSeptember 13, 2011 at 9:22 PM

    Congratulations! I found you from Adeye's blog and am so excited to be able to follow your journey to your newest blessing! Praying Lilianna is home soon! God bless

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  20. AmySeptember 13, 2011 at 9:40 PM

    So happy to get to follow your journey to Lilliana. I have been praying for her every day since I read about her and that you would be able to adopt her quickly. Glad to know the family I am praying for.

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  21. DardiSeptember 13, 2011 at 9:56 PM

    I am so happy to follow your journey! Your family is just beautiful, & I bet your newest will thrive in its midst. Blessings...

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  22. CMSeptember 13, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    This sweet girl has been on my mind and heart for weeks. I am so excited to see your family and know that she will be given the loving home that every child deserves. God bless you and your family for answering the call to rescue her! I am brought to tears every time I see her picture now, but know in the future they will be tears of joy to see her with her new family. Many blessings and prayers for a speedy adoption!

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  23. JenniferSeptember 13, 2011 at 10:06 PM

    You know I am just thrilled for you and Steven. I can't wait for you to bring Lilianna home so I can meet her. You are the perfect family for her!

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  24. Melissa SSeptember 13, 2011 at 10:13 PM

    We will be praying for you and your family as you work to bring your little girl home. God bless you!

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  25. Leah WentzelSeptember 13, 2011 at 10:35 PM

    Congrats!!!! That is so exciting, you have a beaitiful family

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  26. UnknownSeptember 13, 2011 at 10:44 PM

    Praise God for your family! Your children are beaming with joy, so happy to know Liliana will be amongst so much love. We'll be praying for healing and that many come to know Jesus through her story.

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  27. LeslieSeptember 13, 2011 at 11:01 PM

    I've been praying and will continue to pray for y'all. I'm so excited that you are going to get this sweet princess and bring her home!

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  28. AnnieSeptember 13, 2011 at 11:32 PM

    Bless you, Bless you, Bless you!!!! I read about this precious child on Adeye's blog and have prayed for her and posted about her! Praise God! I will continue to pray for your beautiful child!!!

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  29. junglemamaSeptember 13, 2011 at 11:33 PM

    Congrats! Now go get her! :)

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  30. Homeschoolin Mama September 13, 2011 at 11:39 PM

    And out of the darkness there was light. This sweet little girl has waited so long for her family, and now she will have one. God bless you for following your hearts and reaching out to her. Praying that your adoption moves quickly and you can bring your daughter home soon!

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  31. JessicaSeptember 14, 2011 at 12:24 AM

    Rejoicing with you! I remember first "meeting" Lilliana throuh Adeye's blog and standing in amazement at her tiny size. I'm so happy to know that she will soon be home with her forever family! Praying God's abundant blessings for you and your beautiful family through this journey...

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  32. Kellan's mommaSeptember 14, 2011 at 12:26 AM

    Can I just tell you that I love your family?!? I found you from Liliannas RR page via Facebook and just read thru some of your history. You have an amazing family and I can't wait to follow this journey!

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  33. Lorraine, AKA Forever BlessedSeptember 14, 2011 at 12:32 AM

    Congratulations! We were delighted to chip in to rescue sweet "Lilliana". We've adopted 7 kiddos (1 is in heaven now...our Princess Chrissie, adopted from Serbia via Reece's Rainbow) and we have 3 bio kiddos, too. We're in the process of adopting 2 more boys from EE. We'll keep you in our prayers.
    Lorraine
    www.AllArePreciousInHisSight.blogspot.com

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  34. Toadstool KnitterySeptember 14, 2011 at 12:57 AM

    Hello,
    I came over here via Adéye's blog and just want to say that I am so happy that Lilliana finally will have a good home! I hope the adoption goes through smoothly and QUICKLY, so that Lilliana can finally enjoy love and peace and healing, like she is meant to.

    All the best for you and your lovely family,

    Maike

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  35. UnknownSeptember 14, 2011 at 1:09 AM

    That is so exciting! I started following your story on your last adoption. I recently came across this sweet girl and was hoping someone would get her out! Im so thankful I can continue to follow her home! Congratulations!

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  36. DianeSeptember 14, 2011 at 1:16 AM

    Your family is amazing! So glad God has chosen you for this sweet girl. Can't wait to follow your journey to bring her home and watch her thrive!

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  37. Jaclyn MSeptember 14, 2011 at 1:43 AM

    Congratulations!! I am so thankful that you stepped up to help "Lilliana" Would you please do me a favor and email me?? I have a question for you if you don't mind, and it is something I cannot share in public yet... You know how that is :)

    Grumpyjax@yahoo.com

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  38. Hi, I'm Alysha -But you can call me LyshSeptember 14, 2011 at 1:45 AM

    I so love that she's coming to bless your home!! Yayyy!!!

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  39. smcgeeSeptember 14, 2011 at 4:11 AM

    Praise God!! I am so excited to follow you and pray for you all on this journey! What a beautiful family this sweet girl will be a part of. I am so excited for all of you! Thank you just isn't enough, but thank you so much for saving this little angel and for sharing it with us. She has touched so many hearts and has absolutely melted mine.
    May God bless you all!
    Summer McGee

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  40. Melissa, Multi-Tasking MamaSeptember 14, 2011 at 6:55 AM

    When I was praying for Lilliana I knew that God had a special family hand picked for her...to see your heart and your beautiful family via this blog today reminds me just how great a God we serve. Praying that she is able to come home quickly!

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  41. shelleySeptember 14, 2011 at 9:04 AM

    So glad to finally "meet" you. We will continue to pray the the process goes rapidly for you and your sweet angel.

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  42. MarcieSeptember 14, 2011 at 9:41 AM

    Such great news!

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  43. MMHSeptember 14, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    you are an amazing family. god bless you.

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  44. LinneaSeptember 14, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    So excited for this child and for y'all. I cant wait to see her get better and better and better. PTL!

    BE blessed

    Ashlee

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  45. Zach + MichelleSeptember 14, 2011 at 11:24 AM

    I can not tell you how much God laid your family on my heart. As soon as I heard about Lilliana, I could do nothing but pray for 48 hrs! God led me to pray for you, and I am so happy to be able to see the answer to those prayers!!! Many blessings!

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  46. rarejuleSeptember 14, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    So wonderful... God is good. May your time to meet this angel go quickly so you can envelope your in your arms & house of love!

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  47. JMCSSeptember 14, 2011 at 1:05 PM

    Your daughter is absolutely beautiful and I am so happy for you and your family! XOXOXO

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  48. Kristin FergusonSeptember 14, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    Hey Jenny! Congratulations and can't wait to talk to you about this journey when we all get together next week! You are coming aren't you???!!!

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  49. ShariSeptember 14, 2011 at 3:04 PM

    I followed your blog when you brought your most recent children home from Ukraine and was so excited to read on Adeye's blog that YOU are sweet Liliana's family! I can't think of a better family for you, I will be following your journey to bring her home. Thank you for answering the call.

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  50. The Arnold FamilySeptember 14, 2011 at 4:42 PM

    We are praying for your daughter and for your family. I am so honored to have seen God's work in this via Adeye!!!!!!! Praise God from whom ALL blessings flow!!!

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  51. CKSeptember 14, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    What an incredible family! Tears of joy for you! Congratulations!!

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  52. JenniferSeptember 14, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    Praise God! Can't wait to follow along as you journey to this precious little angel!!! :)

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  53. AshleySeptember 14, 2011 at 9:23 PM

    Praise Jesus! I will be praying for you guys as you go through this process. Blessings to you, yours, and yours to be!

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  54. Sylvia MiaSara TruewellSeptember 15, 2011 at 8:04 AM

    I have a question!!
    On the Reece's Rainbow page about your family, it referred to "they" and "children" near the end -- as in, it implies that you're adopting more than one child? Lilliana and another child???

    Are you going to be able to rescue a second child? Oh how wonderful that would be! Anxiously awaiting your reply!

    Congrats again!
    -Truewell

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  55. UnknownSeptember 15, 2011 at 9:31 AM

    What a great inspiration of selfless love and sacrifice!! You must feel God in your life at all moments :) How awesome!!

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  56. AnonymousSeptember 15, 2011 at 2:58 PM

    Congratulations and praise God!!! I can't wait to follow your journey!!

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  57. Katherine T. LauerSeptember 15, 2011 at 9:50 PM

    Congratulations!!! Praise the Lord.

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  58. Homeschoolin Mama September 25, 2011 at 8:39 PM

    Trying to get the word out on my blog so you have help raising the funds you will need to bring this little girl home. God Bless you!
    http://www.becauseyouareloved.blogspot.com/

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  59. AnonymousSeptember 25, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    I have been following your blog for quite awhile and apart from that have been praying for this precious girl. I was thrilled when I saw you are the family God has chosen for her. Looking forward to following your journey. Rhonda

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  60. ArtworkByRuthSeptember 27, 2011 at 11:46 PM

    Congratulations!Praying for a quick process and your daughter to grow healthy and strong!

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  61. jabremanNovember 24, 2011 at 1:41 AM

    God bless you. I am so thankful that you have committed to Lilliana and will keep you in my prayers as you journey to her. May your family have a beautiful Thanksgiving.

    Jane
    a reader/mom in Los Angeles

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