one small step

Adoption has always been something on my heart- something that I've always known would be a part of my life since I first started thinking about about what my life might look like when I 'grew up.'  I suppose I'm finally beginning to feel like a grown-up because we're now beginning the process of opening our home to a child in need in the coming year.  It's a slow process, as we're staying local, San Diego County, and it's a process full of paperwork and hoops to jump through.  Nate is excited at the idea of a sibling, Jed and I are excited at the prospect of growing our family. 

As I said in my post yesterday, there have been a variety of shifts lately and the film below (and the book it's about) is one of those shifts.  The book didn't just 'shift' me, it grabbed hold of my heart, shook it and declared that I take notice.  I can't even remember how I heard about the book or what inspired me to buy it, but I did and I couldn't put it down.  And the message I got loud and clear is that I need to remember, every single day, what I am here for.  Not to tend to my own and purpose will but to love my neighbor and to open my heart to those that I am in a position to help.  At this point, I am a mother, with an ability and passion to care for others that might need some mothering. 

So, each day we will fill out a new paper, go to another class and learn one more thing to help us on this journey.  One small step each day in better serving our purpose here on earth. 



Here's more information about Katie's amazing ministry: Amazima Ministries