We’re on our way home from our first visit with Dimples. The visit got off to a difficult start, but with lots of help from staff, the day came together and by Saturday evening we were playing cards and hugging before we left. I have lots to process, so for now, I’ll give thanks.
giving thanks #1061 – 1070
relative peace as we traveled snowy highways
semi-trucks that kept us company and lit up the night
arriving safely at 2:00 AM
amazing staff that explained everything and made us comfortable
Dimples, who went from refusing to look at us, to hugging us by the end of the day
an insightful therapist
other kids who added to the warmth of the cottage
Mike’s homemade lasagna
playing rummy with Dimples
hope for healing
I’m writing this Saturday night. Tomorrow we’ll return to the cottage for breakfast and then I’ll teach one of the counselors how to tighten Dimples’ locs. We plan to head for home at noon. It took us 8 hours to get here in lots of snow; we’re hoping for a much faster return trip.
My heart is full of thanksgiving that the Lord made it possible for Dimples to come to this program where God is honored, families are welcomed and supported, and children are healed.
Lisa
Thankful with you, Lisa.
I know that opening up your life is not easy but from one of the many families that is blessed by your journey, Thank you! You help me process and understand unconditional love, healing and triumph in a different way for all 6 of my blessings who have come to us through adoption.
Glad to hear things got better as the visit progressed.
Safe travels home!
Giving thanks with you!
Thankful to hear this good report! May God continue to bring healing to your girl and your family.
Praise God for HIS mercies and his blessings.
So happy to read this post. Praying for you and Dimples, and hoping you and Russ had a safe trip home.
So happy for every little step towards healing.
How wonderful to have the chance to teach one of the counselors how to tighten locs–that is such a great connection you have with Dimples–a way that she is thankful to receive your care and see you help others know how to care for her, too. Thank you, Lord, for locs. :-) We continue to pray and yearn for healing and that the Lord's peace to surround you all.