Baby's Due Date

I just realized that the baby is due 8 weeks from today...
I have a lot of things to do.

I received a phone call last Friday morning at 10:53 a.m. from our Social Worker. I note the time because at that moment my life flashed before my eyes. Thoughts of t-ball games, bedtime stories and green frogs (only a few of you will get the frog thing...sorry :). "I've got some good news for you..." The soft sound of her voice made me listen closely. "I've chosen you and Shawn to adopt my son!" The tone of her voice had an unexpected excitement that I wasn't prepared for.

I couldn't hold back the tears. My mind was spinning as I hurried for an appropriate thing to say. I was unable to speak for a moment. "I'm honored that you would even consider Shawn and I. We will love him with all of our hearts...I promise." There was so much I wanted to say but didn't because I figure her heart is beating to a different emotion than mine. I can only imagine what this precious girl is feeling. My heart is so tender to her.

We are thrilled beyond belief. What a journey we've been on. I can only praise God for what He has done in my life and my marriage. We are going to be parents! YEAH! Wow! It's unbelievable and surreal. He will be loved. My mom and sister are going to spoil this little guy rotten!

Well, I'll end here. I just love you all so much. I'm so thankful to each and every one of you for walking this journey with me. You're prayers are ever near and very much appreciated. PLEASE continue! The birth mother (Diana) has asked if she can name him Marcus Shawn Devereaux. Marcus means "Defender & Warrior". Now you can pray for him by name!

With Hopeful Hearts,
Suzanne and Shawn

Got the call...

Yes, the long awaited phone call...

Yesterday, May 19th our Social Worker called. She told me of a young girl who is pregnant (almost 7 months). She's been in foster care for a while and tried to keep her pregnancy a secret for the first six months. She is considering adoption. She met with our SW on Sunday to look at profiles of families who are certified to adopt. She picked us! I can't believe it. I'm overjoyed but a bit apprehensive. It's a very real possibility that she could change her mind. Our SW believes that she wants her child to experience a life that she can't provide. My heart aches for this precious girl. I can't imagine how she must feel.

I'm in awe that she would find something special is us. I'm so thankful. I feel overwhelmed...in a good way. I have so much running through my head. So many things I'd like to say. For now, please pray that God would have His way in all of this. There is a precious unborn child who needs a mommy and daddy. How thrilled are we to even be considered.

Foster to adoption...

What a journey we've been on! On February 5th, Shawn and I officially became certified to fost-adopt. We've been working with Koinoinia Family Services. We love them so much! We feel blessed to have found such a great organization.

It's now a waiting game. In the mean time...I'm trying to read every book I can on parenting, foster care, adoption and the list goes on and on. It's a whirlwind of emotions. The reality of becoming a parent is exciting and terrifying all at the same time. I have a million things running through my head at any given moment. For all of you who are parents, you probably know exactly what I'm feeling.

If you think of us, please say a prayer. God has done great things in our lives. It's more than I can express in words!