When we decided to become parents, we assumed that I’d get pregnant and 40 weeks later we would hold our little creation in our arms. When that vision did not pan out, we switched our expectations. We’d adopt. In less than a year, it seemed, we could be on our way to Africa to welcome a little one into our family. Yet, there have been some unanticipated bumps in this journey as well.
In all of this, I have to remind myself that I only have right now. I don’t know what will come tomorrow much less 6 months from now, so I need to live in the present. I need to spend this time strengthening my relationships, becoming a better teacher and enjoying my life as it is. I need to let go of my expectations and be open to what the universe gives me today.
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That is probably the hardest part of the adoption journey--- managing expectations. It's so hard to do because there is so many unexpected things that occur in international adoption.
Hoping things work well and quickly for you:)
You are so totally talented at many, many things I have no doubt you will figure this out and continue to be amazing. :)
So true. Its hard to live for today! I love the picture of you with the sparklers! It went great with what you wrote!
We all need to be reminded every now and then to thank our lucky stars and to live in the present. Thanks for the reminder! You are awesome!
I am thinking about you guys.
I love the new picture of you two!
Rebecca
Great post! I also have slowly realized I need to cherish what I do have and patiently wait for all that is to come!!!
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