Yesterday I spent the day doing laundry, printing out the paperwork we need to take with us, packing for Micah David, packing for us, packing for Devon (going to Mimi's for the week), and making lists that keep growing and growing! It's madness of the BEST KIND.
I also attended a travel conference call with our agency that went through our basic itinerary, what we need to bring, paperwork, do's and don'ts of culture, etc. Because we've been planning to go for so long I knew most of what was discussed but it's nice to officially hear it all anyway.
So, how can you pray for us in all of this madness? Here's what's really on our hearts amidst all of this flurry of activity (i.e. what we're ignoring!!!).
- We're only 90% sure we're going. The other 10% is driving us bonkers. Pray for peace, calm, and INTENTIONAL thought capturing.
- Kim's back is a wreck because of illness, stress, etc. Please pray for the 17 hour flight!!!
- Dev has an appointment with an ENT Dr. to discuss tubes and have his hearing checked this week, 2 days before we leave. Please pray that the information we receive will calm our fears rather than heighten them.
- AFRICA!!!! There are so many variables, so many unknowns, so much OUT of our control.
- Bonding with Micah David who is VERY attached to his Nanny.
We obviously have a choice to make. We can either be joyful and give control to God (who has it anyway). Or, we can be stressed and try to hold on to the illusion of control that is both deceitful and damaging. WE CHOOSE JOY!
To think we could be holding Micah in 10 days. WOW! That's worth every stress imaginable!
1 comment:
Kim, we are praying for 100% a go!!! Girl, you need to self-care this week. Your back needs to be strong. I took along some back meds just in case...I didn't need them, but glad I had them. Go to a chiro & get adjusted several times before you go...that made all the difference. I know what you are feeling & this is it!! We are cheering you on & praying you back home!!
xoxoxo
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