But, there they are.
I rejoice today, because my sweet niece, Ellie, turns seven! Nathan and I were there when she was born, just one month after our wedding.
I also rejoice as on this same day, I gain a NEW niece, Emily, according to the law (though she's already been my niece for two years irregardless of the law.)
The last two years of her life have brought SO much uncertainty, tears, and hope. I'm so thankful that God has chosen to allow Emily to be my sister's daughter. She has been apart of her forever family now since she was 11 months old. She's now just over three years old. It's been a long time coming, sweet girl! Welcome! You couldn't ask for a better family!
You're probably wondering why I'm sad. Days like today make me feel to my bones the weight of living away from family. I'm on a little island on the other side of the world, 8 hours ahead of all of the celebrating. I want so badly to be in the courtroom today when Emily is declared "ADOPTED." I want so badly to see my sweet Ellie Bell blow out seven candles.
Days like to day remind me of how sweet Heaven will be.
1 comment:
I feel you Julie, it's hard seeing all the pictures of you guys on your adventures and daily life and remembering when i used to be at your house experiencing them with you! You're missed in the same way we're missed. BUT only 6 more months and I get to share 2 whole weeks of adventure with you! I will be thinking about and praying for you today! Love, Britt
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