If you ever wanted to thoroughly clean your home, get projects done that you've been putting off, fully baby-proof, (and somewhat adult proof) everything, get rid of clutter and all those toys that have pieces missing...then just schedule a home study! We've painted, put up curtains, new shower curtain (for the girls bathroom, of course...hot pink and green!), carried off 7 or 8 lawn trash bags full of just junk, (that's not counting the mountains of trash from our pantry) sanded the playscape, sanded and painted the front porch chairs, cleaned the garage, closets, etc, etc, etc. I know, I've heard many people say that everyone cleans like mad when their social worker comes to their home and she doesn't even notice you've vacuumed! At least I will have peace of mind that I did ALL I could to get ready. We want this week to go without a hitch! Funny, I've got three boys, there is NO way it will go smoothly, and that's OK. I just need to keep telling myself that!
So, yes, our social worker is coming here from Dallas on Tuesday and staying through Thursday. That's a long time! I have such mixed emotions about the whole visit. One side of me is thrilled that she is coming because it just means we are one step closer to getting our little girl! On the other side, I am freaking out because my children have been so crazy wild this summer...but, they are boys, right? I just hope and pray she has had a boy! Having boys means a loud and crazy fun home! My little boys are anything but calm! They are so sweet and loving in their own way. Our home is never quiet, or calm, or dull and boring. It's loud, messy, and full of little boy laughter...as well as some tears and screams (mainly from B)! I wouldn't want it any other way!
I am just praying that in the midst of all the madness, our social worker will see a wonderful, loving, fun family that ALL want to open their hearts for a little girl!
As I sit hear typing this, Jake is looking over my shoulder wanting to know what I am doing. I told him, "I'm writing a story to our friends and family about your sister." Jake replied, "Is she coming this week!" He's so excited and wants to meet her. I think he thinks our social worker is going to bring her here. He has no concept of time, and I envy that a little bit!
So, with all that being said, I would like to ask you to please pray that our visit this week will go smoothly. Pray that she will see the love of Christ pouring out of us onto this future daughter of ours. Pray that Brady will have a calm week (that sounds crazy...but it's necessary). Pray that Tyler and Jake will be able to show her how much of a WONDERFUL big brother they each are (couldn't ask for better big brothers!). Continue to pray that this little girl God has picked out for us will continue to feel His love and if she's not born yet, to continue to help the birth mother make wise choices.
As I'm typing this, I am reminded of one of my favorite verses; Philippians 4:6,7 " Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension , will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus." How refreshing!
Will let you know how it goes!
We are headed to the beach on Saturday with Scott's family...will post some pics when we get back! A great way to relax after the past few weeks we've had!
Kirsten
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