Passports? Check.
Travel Visa? Check.
Adoption Travel Approval? Check.
Airline Tickets? Check.
Place to live? Well ... we're working on it!
We are officially counting down the days to take off. Once we get to Brazil, the kids will be with us for a 30 day "co-habitation" period before the adoption is finalized. We are taking all of our girls with us, so it will be the full house for our whole time in country.
Photo by Johan Van Wambeke on Unsplash
I have absolutely been humbled and impressed by all of the social workers, court representatives, and others who have served us and taken care of the children through this whole process. They have been a joy to work with and throughout every step it is clear that they care about the kids and put the needs of the child ahead of their own. Working in the system to facilitate care for orphans is such a beautiful ministry and service. These are angels on earth and deserve our prayers and support.
Speaking of prayers and support. Thank you! Our family and friends have been such an incredible blessing this past year. We are overwhelmed by your generosity and humbled by your encouragement. We have so many people who are here for us and with us that at no point have Erica and I felt alone as we walk this path in faith. We pray God's blessing on you for your great love to us and our children.
It is not too late to donate to our adoption through Both Hands. Our account with them will remain open for a year after we return home, any other travel related expenses we end up with, as well as follow-up home study visits next year, can be covered through your gifts to them on our behalf. Visit bothhands.org/Blaschke-604 to contribute.
As far as a house down in Brazil goes ... we are still looking. Trying to find a vacation rental that is large enough for 9 people and is still located in the city near the court district has been tricky. We are confident that the Lord will provide as He has through every step of this journey.
We look forward to updating you all with pictures of our trip and lots of fun stories as soon as we return. Until then, Vai com Deus!
Travel Visa? Check.
Adoption Travel Approval? Check.
Airline Tickets? Check.
Place to live? Well ... we're working on it!
We are officially counting down the days to take off. Once we get to Brazil, the kids will be with us for a 30 day "co-habitation" period before the adoption is finalized. We are taking all of our girls with us, so it will be the full house for our whole time in country.
Photo by Johan Van Wambeke on Unsplash
I have absolutely been humbled and impressed by all of the social workers, court representatives, and others who have served us and taken care of the children through this whole process. They have been a joy to work with and throughout every step it is clear that they care about the kids and put the needs of the child ahead of their own. Working in the system to facilitate care for orphans is such a beautiful ministry and service. These are angels on earth and deserve our prayers and support.
Speaking of prayers and support. Thank you! Our family and friends have been such an incredible blessing this past year. We are overwhelmed by your generosity and humbled by your encouragement. We have so many people who are here for us and with us that at no point have Erica and I felt alone as we walk this path in faith. We pray God's blessing on you for your great love to us and our children.
It is not too late to donate to our adoption through Both Hands. Our account with them will remain open for a year after we return home, any other travel related expenses we end up with, as well as follow-up home study visits next year, can be covered through your gifts to them on our behalf. Visit bothhands.org/Blaschke-604 to contribute.
As far as a house down in Brazil goes ... we are still looking. Trying to find a vacation rental that is large enough for 9 people and is still located in the city near the court district has been tricky. We are confident that the Lord will provide as He has through every step of this journey.
We look forward to updating you all with pictures of our trip and lots of fun stories as soon as we return. Until then, Vai com Deus!
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