There were many reasons for choosing Jamaica, not the least of which is that God opened the door, and used a trip to start this whole process. But, another appeal for Jamaica is that the cost is SIGNIFICANTLY less. Like $8000 compared to $25,000. This is because there really isn't a country fee, and they do use agencies, so there is no agency fee. This positive has turned into a negative. There is no advocate over there working on my behalf so things just continue to move extremely slow (or not at all).
I have been contemplating all of my options and after doing A LOT of research, emailing, and reference checking....I made a decision to contract with an agency and I am seeking to adopt from the Democratic Republic of Congo in Africa. I am THRILLED!! There are waiting children there so this process should move much more quickly. Within a year, prayerfully. And I get to travel to Africa and bring him home. HOW AWESOME IS THAT!! A ONCE IN A LIFE EXPERIENCE!
One of the most difficult parts of this decision was the fear of going against what God has for me and being convinced that I have a son in Jamaica. So, I am NOT pulling my paperwork from Jamaica. If God has a son for me there, and I eventually get a call from them telling me he is ready...then I will just have two little boys. What a blessing!! Still praying for the "little man" in the pictures.
Another hard decision was worrying about the financial responsibility that comes with the program. I had a peace in church on Sunday morning that said...I can do this. The money we have is not ours anyway, it is a blessing from God and HE will provide. It is not like I am taking all of that money and buying a sports car or a bigger house, I am giving a child a home and really saving a life! Plus...I get to be a mama! YAY!!
I will have some fundraising opportunities in the next few months, so stay tuned in!!!
Thank you for walking this journey with me!
Love,
Cindy
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