You Never Know

Well, this is just another post to say "Thank You."

It's been three years since Matt and I made the decision that we were going to adopt a child. Three years ago we didn't know that it would take three years. Three years ago we didn't know where to start. Three years ago I didn't know we'd still be here, waiting. In three years, we have never had a birth mother contact us. We've had our caseworker contact us once, but that was in regards to a situation that we just weren't ready to "relive."

I cannot say, though, that our three years feel long and waiting because of any of you. Every once in a while, I begin to feel down and wonder if we'll ever get our chance. Then, some little act of kindness unexpectedly manifests. This morning I checked my email, and there was a message from LDSFS via our Contact Page from our Profile. Although the message was not from a birth mom, it was from a sweet lady who had heard about us from one of you. In her message she told us she sent her love and support for us. I was so touched by her kind words.

I have to admit, I wondered if the whole "Contact Us" page really worked. Since we'd never received a message, I never knew. Now I do. I'm thankful for all of you. Thank you for spreading the word, even if you never know that you've planted a seed somewhere. Thank you for thinking about us when you hear about adoption. I know that there are many, many deserving adoptive families out there, and each time I hear of a family that has had the chance to adopt, I'm grateful for friends like you who support them and help them the way you've helped us. If I can ever return the favor, let me know. I will.

P.S. If you want some pass along cards, and you haven't let me know yet via Facebook, let me know, and I'll get you on my list to send you some!