Category Archives: adoption

Waiting for You

Posted on March 5, 2020 by learninggodsway

Dear Girls, We waited for 856 days for you to move with us. Over four years ago, we were told that the 3 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 became that parent. No one can truly understand how the fear of the unkown … 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 the way things would be handled in this awful, failing system. You knew! You knew the kids would get attached only to be told 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 wore 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 in many different church … 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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Difficulties in God’s Plans

Posted on July 21, 2018 by learninggodsway

Many days thoughts flood my mind constantly. Thoughts of: Did I choose this journey for myself or is this God’s complete will for my life? I always find myself thinking: Life is hard right now… Life is difficult… Life is … Continue reading →

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An Adoption Party with Lilo and Stitch

Posted on February 4, 2018 by learninggodsway

AJ loves Stitch. So, when we decided to go to Disney during his “gotcha” week, I knew we had to schedule an adoption party with Lilo and Stitch at Ohana. Mickey Mouse and Pluto joined us, too. We are thankful … Continue reading →

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