It's hard to believe summer is almost over. We've been enjoying the "fruits" of our garden and are to the point where there is less where the produce is beginning to dwindle.
Clarke just said to me yesterday that he is not ready for summer to be over. Awana starts at our church next week - so he will be jumping in to that with gusto. I have 2 new piano students, one is starting this evening - definitely signs that fall will soon be here.
Also fast approaching is our much anticipated South Africa trip. We are a little anxious as we only have about 1/4 of our needed funds together at this point with less than 2 months to go until we leave. We are continuing to trust that God will provide. If you haven't yet - and are interested in doing so - drop us an e-mail and we will let you know how you can contribute to this great cause. We are excited to have this chance to be God's hands and feet to these beautiful young children.
On the adoption front - we continue to wait expectantly. We had a small setback about a month ago - when I suddenly found myself unemployed. I am still "not working" but through piano lessons, and other opportunities - God is continuing to provide for us and protecting our income somewhat - while we have taking a bit of a "financial" hit - things are still okay and we are continuing on in the process. In a way - we see this as a blessing because it is helping us to figure out how we might possible be able to handle having me at home more regularly and working less once a child is placed in our home.
Through it all - we are ultimately trusting that God would have has continue on in both the missions trip and the adoption and learn some important lessons in trusting in Him and His provision for our lives.
We thank you for joining us in the journey and thank you also for your prayers. They are felt and appreciated.
