We have the visas in hand.
Lamentations 3: 22-23
"The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness."
The journey no doubt continues once we get home.
We are currently only guardians, and will finalize the adoption and citizenship process once we are home.
In the meantime, the girls keep smiling. Scot overheard Aisha talking to her doll and saying, "May I please see your passport?"
Our time here has been fruitful. We visited the girls' families for the last time yesterday, and saw their humble beginings. I know that the girls cannot comprehend the differences between America and Uganda yet, and I am sure that the more time they spend in the USA, the less they will remember their younger years spent in plaster and thatch shanties with outdoor dirt floor kitchens. Old blankets hung where doors or windows would be. They did not have mosquito nets in their rooms, and slept only on an old mattress lying on the floor. Whatever we may think or feel about these accomodations, the girls were proud to show us where they were born, and clearly had very fond memories forged there.
Many hours where traveled over bumpy dirt roads. Many samosas have been eaten. Many pictures taken.
While both good and bad memories have been made here, Scot and I are both very happy to be returning home.
The perspective we've gained can only be one achieved through personal experience.
No photos or words can convey what we have seen, heard, and felt since we have been here.
I have always considered myself a patriot, and I can still say with certainty that I love the USA.
We do plan on returning some day to renew the spirit that we have gained while we were here, and to have the opportunity to enjoy more of the country, and less of the government buildings.
I am going to take some time away, maybe about 5 days or so, to really focus on my family.
I will upload more photos later.
Thank you for your prayers, emails, and support.
Love,
The Wilgings
That is great news Scot and Dana! Please know that your church loves you and misses you and can't wait to come along side you on this wonderful journey! Please know that we have been praying for you and can't wait to meet your new family! Welcome to the club :-)
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What a great documentary of your adoption adventure. We are so excited to see you back here at DSC and to meet these beautiful girls!
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Clint, Jo, and Nico
I've had trouble uploading comments...don't know why I'm so tech UNsavvy when it comes to this. But I've read every single post & prayed for you all often. We love y'all to the moon & back & cannot wait to see you all soon! xoxoxoxo
ReplyDeleteWelcome to America Wilging family of four!!!! Anxious to get out there soon and be blessed by the opportunity to see the girls in their new home. Enjoying hearing you, Dana, as a Mommy as well as Scot as a daddy. Just gives me goosies!! God is good and has brought you through your travels in such a beautiful way, despite the few hiccups. Leaning on Him took care of all and I am sure he will see you through other learning opportunities along the way. Thank God for His word that teaches us everything we need to know :)
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