One thing I love about the holidays is getting involved in a "secret Santa" gift swap either at work or over the interwebs. I have been participating in these swaps through Instagram for the last couple of years and have made some great friends by doing so, all while helping to support other families in their adoptions. That's what is so great about these, meeting new people, getting...

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Since our announcement to adopt our first child, I have been amazed at the kindness we have been shown. I love the fact that so many people are excited about this journey that God has Kim and I on.  It reminds me of how truly blessed we are and how God places people in your path to help you along the way. This adventure will not be short...

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It's been too long since I have updated on what's going on with us. The holidays are upon us and I have been a busy bee crafting some fun stuff. Pretty sure this year will be handmade gifts all around. Kris is starting a second job to help with our adoption fund. He will be working at the Family Christian book store which will be a perfect fit...

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Hey everyone! Finally getting to update officially on what's going on in our world. The last few weeks have been a bit crazy.  First, we have our home study paid for! We were not expecting to have this happen so fast and we are overcome with the blessings that God is providing through our family and friends. We received a check in the mail from some dear friends...

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Being an Uncle is pretty great! I mean, I really love it. I’m basically like the sports highlight or a good movie trailer, you know, all the good stuff.  Whether it’s the nephews spending the night or wrestling on the bed, or just being silly; I get to be the one that brings smiles without the worry of all the other things that are involved in parenting. However,...

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PC: Knit Together By Adoption Meet the Neufeld family. This family is awesome. Anyone who knows them will agree. What they are doing right now is even more awesome than what they are, which is really saying something. #knittogetherbyadoption This little hashtag that Shala dubbed on her Instagram feed has sparked an overwhelming community on the interwebs all in the name of adoption. So many people have shared...

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1, 2... 5 years had passed since I went off of birth control and had the miscarriage. In that time my doctor kept telling me that I was healthy but just needed to lose weight. Kris's doctor advised that he was not part of the issue of our infertility either. So I tried to lose the weight, in bursts any way. Did a couple of challenges with coworkers...

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You know how in high school or college you are supposed to put together your 5 or 10 year plan? You are expected to set attainable goals so that you meet your mark by the specified time. I always sucked at this. Seriously. I am not a goal setter. My mind wanders too frequently to stay focused on anything too long, unless I am reading an interesting novel...

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We are adopting, just so you know, eventually... This was a discussion that we had before we ever got married. This was a make or break it situation for me. I knew that God had called me to adopt when I was 15 years old and I knew that my future husband would have to be on board with that too. Luckily, when I brought this up to...

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