Home at Last

We finally made it home last night to a tremendous reunion. The kids, grandparents, and a few close friends met us at the airport. We walked out of the gate to screams of "Here they come!" There were signs and cameras flashing everywhere, and for a moment I actually felt like I was some sort of celebrity! It was truly a warm welcome and we are greatful for all of the wonderful people that have prayed for us from the very beginning. Not just our trip to Ethiopia, but those who have prayed for us from the time we felt God calling us to adopt. This journey has had ups and downs, high and low points, but we now feel like it was worth every bit of heart ache we endured. It has grown our faith and trust in the One who is in control of all things, even though it was at times dificult.
I say this to encourage those that are struggling through the Ethiopian court system right now. Recently there have been many problems with families getting though and at times it seems like it is not worth it. Knowing that your child is waiting over there to come home and we desperately wanting them here is one of the most difficult parts of the process. Having Micah home now, I can say it is worth the wait.