Friends to Journey With

As we have started this journey of adoption, we have been reminded of how special friends are in times of faith.  We have already had so many people surround us with love, encouragement, and support.  As I browsed through our pictures to find a picture of some of our faithful encouragers, I was sad that I didn't have one to capture more of our loved ones.
 The picture above has two special friends. Michele, the gorgeous mama on the left, is also adopting.  Even though they are adopting a little kiddo internationally, we have been walking this road together.  She has allowed me to cry, laugh, and loose my mind with her!  This weekend I had the privilege of doing an adoption yard sale where we worked together to raise funds for our little ones.  We had a wild and crazy time!  I didn't know a garage sale could be so much fun!  It was such a success due to the fact that so many of our loved ones donated their belonging for us to sell. 
Jessi is the beautiful momma on the right.  She has been willing to do anything to help us out with this journey!  Her dear husband and another friend, Diana, came over for a  dear night of prayer  as we started this adventure.

 I am so thankful for all of my friends.  I love you all.  I cherish you all.

Our friends do special things to help us in this life.  It is because of them that we are blessed!

Our brothers and sisters inspire us to be the best we can for the Lord especially this little dude, our dear Javier.  He makes everyone feel special.  I just pray that I can touch hearts like he has!  I wish with all of my heart I had more pictures to share each and every person who had a special place in my heart, but I don't take enough pictures in my life!  For that I am sorry.  Just know that our lives are full of dear ones!  Thank you all!!!!!