We gathered with friends today to share a little about our journey to Ethiopia and what our time has been like in the past six months of being home with the little man.
I have to be honest, I was really looking forward to this day for a long time.
But sitting there - I had so many thoughts and emotions running through my head.
Have we done the right things?
Is he adjusting as well as he should be?
How do we convey to people all that we have experienced and feel?
Do we share the ups and downs...or just the ups so they aren't turned off to adoption?
Have we advocated enough for adoption and the millions of orphans waiting to be heard?
What gives me the privilege to be celebrated, when others have sacrificed and continue to struggle?
It is still incredibly difficult for me to put to words all that was felt and experienced throughout this journey, but especially while in Ethiopia. Thankfully people are very understanding and even in the absence of my words, they still loved on my family beautifully.
