Recently Jon and I were approached about foster parenting (and then possibly adopting) a Haitian boy who is in the states for some medical treatment. Wow! What a journey we took for the past three weeks! We really learned a lesson in faith and ended in a result we just didn't expect. Here is the result:
We spent a long time on the phone with Rebekah (member of the organization and the home where Georgy currently stays) on Friday afternoon. We discussed Georgy's personality and transition to the states, our thoughts on fitting him into our family since he is older than our William, and our thoughts on a long term placement (adoption) with us.
Jon and I felt like that we were walking in God's path in being available to having Georgy in our home. We felt like each time we saw a roadblock, that God quickly provided to remedy the situation. There was another family who was also interested in hosting Georgy. This family happens to be friends with Rebekah, and therefore was able to spend some time getting to know him, to see him as he was transitioning, and also be able to commit to adoption for Georgy.
Although Jon and I thought we may be open to adopt, we were not feeling that we were being called to commit to that at this time. We wanted to remain open but wanted to protect our family, too. For us that meant a time of Georgy in our home to see how he meshed (particularly since he is just a few months older than William). We shared that and shared that we did not want to prevent Georgy from moving to a family that already knew they would adopt him.
We received information this morning that the decision has been made to place Georgy with the other family. There were some tears of sadness but also some feelings of relief. Allie in particular is a bit sad, as she has such a servant's heart.We weren't sure how this would all work out but trusted we were taking the right steps. We celebrate for the other family and hope that Georgy has a successful transition to them and is a wonderful addition to their family.
We have seen God work in some big ways these past couple weeks as we have been on this journey. Although it did not end the way we thought it would, we are thankful to have been part of the process. We continue to pray for Georgy and the Bearmans as they welcome him into their home. We feel that we were obedient and answered the call we were given and are thankful for the answer we received even if it was not what we expected.
