The start of an adventure!

My husband and I have decided that it is time to start a family. After almost six years of marriage, the idea of having a baby really, to be honest, scared us. We have often spoken about adoption, and suddenly it just felt right. The more we considered the idea, the more we felt that this is what God wants for our lives.

With the decision made and an agency chosen, it was time to announce this huge step in our lives. For the most part, our friend's and family's responses were positive. Our close friends and family have come to know us for people who don't usually do things in the normal way and their excitement for us added to our joy.

Adoption is a beautiful concept. A verse that really spoke to us during the decision was James 1:26-27. The verse speaks about pure religion and how this consists of caring for orphans and widows. Also, Eph 1:5, which speaks about how God predestined us for adoption to sonship. Adoption is an integral part of Christianity.

We will soon attend an orientation day which will provide more information, especially regarding transracial adoption. We have filled in the application forms and cannot wait to submit them. We have been warned that the process could take a while, but we are confident that we will be parents before the end of the year.

What an exciting adventure!

(thanks http://nerdigurumi.com/2012/03/cyclops-monster-baby-booties-with-pattern.html for the super cute booties image! Our baby room is going to be monster themed...)