Comments on: Their Pain, Not Mine

By: AmyAJ

AmyAJ — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:15:39 +0000

I'll print this one and hold onto it.

By: Kim Hull

Kim Hull — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 03:45:43 +0000

Lisa, thank you so much for sharing , and for writing the very words that are in my heart. So happy for your beautiful daughter, and I pray blessings over her marriage.

By: melodie

melodie — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 09:45:35 +0000

I have just started early morning runs due to our new Florida heat. They do give me time to reflect alone before the day begins. Who know huh? Thank you, as always, for honest, thought convicting posts. Best wishes to you and your family today celebrating your daughter's wedding!

By: learningpatience

learningpatience — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 00:35:06 +0000

I say this sort of thing to people all the time when they ask about our adjustment – it is SO hard on the kids. I do appreciate your willingness to share your struggles and the ways that you have learned to overcome, to parent better, to find rest, and to rely on the Lord! It is good to see both sides of the story!

By: God-Given Passions

God-Given Passions — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 00:21:44 +0000

Great reminder Lisa. Compassion is name of the game around here – when I'm wearing my big-girl pants I remember that our little guy has given up so much more that I. My 'sacrifices' really look an awful lot like blessings when my perspective is in order :)

By: God-Given Passions

God-Given Passions — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 00:17:36 +0000

So true, Anita! I guess that I hadn't thought of it from that perspective. How much courage our children have. They certainly are amazing!

Audrey

By: Dana@AdoptionJourney

Dana@AdoptionJourney — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 21:55:19 +0000

Priceless! Thanks.

By: M. Ann

M. Ann — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 21:00:54 +0000

Lisa, Thank you for honestly and openly sharing what adoption has looked like in your family. I'm new to your site and have gleaned a lot to ponder as we are in the beginning stages of our own journey. In His love, M. Ann

By: Giann

Giann — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 20:50:54 +0000

Nicely said…..thanks for sharing!

By: April

April — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 20:44:07 +0000

Amazingly tender and heartfelt post, Lisa. I often have to remind myself that what I have experienced does not compare to what my daughter has and it is great perspective for those days when I think – oh man, are we really making progress??