Category Archives: foster care

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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Happy Double Digits!!

Posted on March 17, 2020 by learninggodsway

Dear Abby, I can’t believe you are already ten years old. A lot has changed since we first met you a little over 4 years ago. You were a few months shy of being 6. I’ll never forget those first … Continue reading →

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Paralyzed

Posted on March 7, 2020 by learninggodsway

Have you ever felt paralyzed to the point of not being able to have the energy to move two more steps forward? Despite all the blessings going on around you, you still feel like the lies and deception in other … Continue reading →

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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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