Before... The casual dining area in the kitchen had already been upgraded with a new chandelier a few weeks after I moved in, but after buying the new round table for the space I eventually found myself wondering if the chandelier was a bit large for the space. I hope to reuse the old one in . . .
Unanswered Prayers
As the adoption day approaches and this dream comes closer to reality, it makes me reflect back on the journey to this opportunity. Some of God's greatest gifts are unanswered prayers. -Garth Brooks As a little girl, I never prayed to be a step mom, but I became one. I never prayed to be divorced . . .
A Nursery for Lil Baby G
After Big L transitioned back home, I couldn't bring myself to put Lil Baby G in "baby" room. Over the months spent with Big L, it became his room and no longer just a generic baby room. So a few weeks after he left, I moved the crib into my master bedroom to transition Lil Baby G to the crib but . . .
Termination
One night during my training to become a foster parent, a couple of existing foster families came into the training to share their experiences and answer questions. I don't remember all the stories, but one brought me to tears that I never forgot. A woman about a year into fostering and 6 . . .
15 Weeks and Counting
I actually can't believe it's only been 15 weeks with all the moments and adventures with my precious little man Baby G. I finally feel like he's making some good progress with his weight gain but I will know for sure after his doctor appointment this week. He surely is a hungry fella who rarely . . .