Didn't expect the excitement symptoms . . .

Not going to bed. Not: not sleeping, but Not: going to bed. I am too excited to go to bed. I stayed up all night twice this week.

It's not fear, although I really thought I'd be fearful when the date (to get on a plane that will fly over the north pole) gets close. It's a little bit of anxiety, but mostly pure thrilling excitement.

God's been at work in us from the moment we decided to adopt, and He lets us know He's equipping us for every step. The step I'm on right now requires me not to have fear nor anxiety. Instead, I feel like whatever happens, He'll be there to provide just what we need to get through it.

Our friends (one of the couples we've been "in process" with) just got back from China 2 days ago. We read their blog every day they were in China. They had lots of ups and downs throughout their trip but it was such an encouragement to us because they handled everything with faith and hope, and at every step, they chose to love. Thanks, J & V, for your testimony!! We hope we do as well!

Please continue to pray for us this coming week as we nail down our dates and start to make all the final trip preparations!