Our Ashlyn Update!!!

We got it this morning. I have to say, every time we get an updated picture, she looks so different to me; so much more mature. I hate that we are missing out on so much time with her...

She's the one on the right. Aidan saw it and said, "awww, I like her smile." He's in composing a letter to her right now.

What a sweetheart... We asked about her personality again and her likes/dislikes and how she was feeling about being adopted. They said that she is excited, but nervous at the same time and that she is really looking forward to meeting us soon. They said she is active and outgoing and she likes to do things at home...she likes to clean and make everything tidy (just like Ansley!). She likes to play with her friends, listen to music, & watch TV. She is 4 feet, 9 inches tall, 83.6 pounds and has a bigger foot than me! Probably a size 7&1/2. She's grown almost 2&1/2 inches since last September.

So many things going through my head these days as time draws near. A family at our church just had to put their older adopted son (age 14, adopted at age 10) in respite care a couple months ago. It was shocking to hear. He always looks so happy and well-adjusted, even participating in worship at church with such joy and enthusiasm. At times I would glance over at him and my eyes would swell with tears, hoping for the same with Ashlyn. So many people struggling to help their older kiddos find some peace in their hearts.

Would you please say a prayer for these unnamed families?

I know they would be so grateful.

Also, please continue to pray for us and for Ashlyn. We are hoping for a miracle.

Blessings,
Rebecca