Waiting... day 27!

Ever been through a season of life in which you feel like you had a theme song? Most of the time I feel like mine is the circus song (entry of the gladiators) - do do dodododo do da do do. But it has changed these past 4 weeks to John Waller's While I Wait. If you aren't familiar with the song, the lyrics are below and it's track #2 on the mixpod at the bottom of this page.

I'm waiting, I'm waiting on you, Lord

And I am hopeful, I'm waiting on you, Lord

Though it is painful, but patiently, I will wait

I will move ahead, bold and confident

Taking every step in obedience

While I'm waiting, I will serve you

While I'm waiting, I will worship

While I'm waiting, I will not faint

I'll be running the race, even while I wait

I'm waiting, I'm waiting on you Lord

And I am peaceful, I'm waiting on you Lord

Though it's not easy, but faithfully, I will wait

Yes, I will wait!


This 27 days of waiting at the top of the boys list (preceded by 7 months of waiting... preceded by 3 years of waiting) has been one of the most stretching times of my life. And while this time has been very stretching, it has also been marked by a peace that transcends understanding (ok, maybe not constantly, but much of it.) God's word has called me to remember his goodness and his promises to us. "... in all things [He] works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose." And, "He who did not spare his own son, but gave him up for us all - how will He not also, along with him, graciously give us all things?" Romans 8:28+32.

And the truth is, even though I can't see it, God has already done SO much to bring us to this point. He has burdened our hearts, raised up an incredible team of people to support and encourage us, allowed us time to save/raise the needed funds, picked out OUR child half-way around the world, refined our hearts and is working miracles on a daily basis to bring this "desire of our hearts" to completion! I have tremendous reasons to be thankful and praise Him!!!

Therefore, my desire is to serve him, worship him, and walk in obedience - with boldness and confidence - for the remainder of this wait! Giving glory to the only one who can bring our son to us!

We thank God everytime we remember each of you that have prayed and given and encouraged our family during this season!!! God has used you for great things! Thank you!

"My thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are my ways your ways," declares the Lord. Isaiah 55:8 And I would add that His time is not our time!!! :)

Drive-In Movie... in December!?!

At this point, we have no children with birthdays in the summer. We have to be a bit creative with our parties since we can't just go outside and play! So, for Clay's 6th birthday we decided to invite a couple of buddies over to the "Foster's Drive-in". To kick off the party, each child had to design a car... a simple cardboard box... but so much fun. They spent almost an hour designing lisence plates, stereos, speedometers, fuel gauges and more! They all turned out very "cool" according to the boys!


Lucas (above) designing his stereo... complete with Green Day album! Aden (below) designing his license plates!




Meanwhile, Chef Foster assisted the boys in creating individual pizzas with lots of fun toppings of their choice. Chef Foster enjoyed a gourmet shrimp parmesan pizza (eww)!

The crew enjoying their pizzas and some silliness!

Clay and his buddy Jacob (above).

Clay and his buddy Mikey (below).

The cake. Each child got to choose a car (candy bars dipped in tinted white chocolate). And everyone shared the giant drive-in screen (rice crispy treat with edible photo). No one was interested in the chocolate dipped broccoli though...hmm?!

After cake it was time to enjoy the movie - The Star of Christmas (Veggie Tales). Each child sat in their homemade car to watch the movie. And, believe it or not, they did remain in their cars for the entire movie!

During the course of the night each child had the opportunity to earn 7 quarters for playing games, answering trivia questions, and even for using manners and listening. When the movie was half over we paused it for intermission. At this time, the children could pay a visit to the concessions stand... run by my girls! They could buy popcorn, juice pouches and candy. Yeah for math! Just had to squeeze some educational components into the evening :)

Back to finish the movie. But first Mike performed a little intermission entertainment... juggling Resse's Peanut Butter cups! The kids got a kick out of his act! After the movie was finished, they each wanted a turn performing... so we had an impromptu talent show! This was hilarious!!!

It is so hard to believe that Clay is 6!!! But it is also a completely wonderful, fun season of life! And what a blessing to prepare for this party with him! Happy Birthday Buddy!