Category Archives: adoption

Happy Birthday Azariah

Posted on April 20, 2023 by learninggodsway

Dear Azariah Jackson, You celebrated your 6th birthday almost two months ago! I cannot believe you are already 6 years old. We have accomplished so much over the few months. You are finally adopted and have a brand new name! … Continue reading →

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The Wall Came Down

Posted on March 28, 2023 by learninggodsway

Dear Azariah Jackson, You built a wall. A wall that didn’t easily allow my love to pour in. Things seemed too hard, or maybe everything was just overwhelming. At times, I let your hardness of heart seep over into mine. … Continue reading →

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Waiting for You

Posted on March 5, 2020 by learninggodsway

Dear Girls, We waited for you to move with us for 856 days. Over four years ago, we were told that the three of you would come to our family the same moment your brother did. But God had a … Continue reading →

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We Get It!

Posted on September 7, 2019 by learninggodsway

It is impossible for anyone to truly understand the emotions that come along with parenting kids who have lived traumatic lives until he or she has become that parent. No one can truly understand how the fear of the unknown … Continue reading →

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Trapped!

Posted on July 25, 2019 by learninggodsway

Have you ever felt so trapped in a situation, it stitches your throat closed so tightly that the very breath you need to keep you alive can’t pass to your lungs? Have you ever felt that no matter how much … Continue reading →

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Heaven Rejoices at the Value of One

Posted on March 31, 2019 by learninggodsway

In the midst of trials, tribulations, and really difficult times, God has a way of showing up. He has a way of showing all of us that He is in control. In the middle of the storm, He makes it … Continue reading →

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You knew!

Posted on March 29, 2019 by learninggodsway

You knew what you were getting into. You knew the depths of trauma. You knew how things would be handled in this awful, failing system. You knew! You knew the kids would get attached, only to be told that that … Continue reading →

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Firmly Placed

Posted on February 26, 2019 by learninggodsway

There are so many words that I want to type right now. There are so many different posts that I want to share. For example, I really need to write a Happy Birthday post for a sweet girl who turned … Continue reading →

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The Reality of Foster Care

Posted on December 9, 2018 by learninggodsway

Disclaimer before you read: I have worn many hats during my adult life. I began college in 1998. While attending college and after graduating, I was a teacher in daycares, public schools, a private school, and many different church programs, … Continue reading →

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Tired

Posted on August 15, 2018 by learninggodsway

-I’m tired from the fight. -I’m tired from the constant battle. -I’m tired from the reality of everyone else besides me having a hand in planning my family’s future. -I’m tired from having to answer to many, many different people … Continue reading →

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