While we've been getting the nursery ready for Lulu, we've also had to be mindful of getting Lulu ready for us. We recently sent a care package to the orphanage, that included a soft baby photo album of pictures of us, her home and her room. This is so she would be familiar with us when she sees us. Also Pat and I each spent a night with her Snuggly we sent, so she could also be familiar with our scent. We of course have no idea if they'll be helpful, but it's worth trying, to help ease her pain in the midst of what will be a very traumatic upheaval for her. Since sending the care package, we have been informed that she is actually in foster care, and not the orphanage. She will however return to the orphanage before we pick her up. Most orphanages use this practice, and believe it is better with the separating of the foster families, before uniting with forever families. This is what's weighed heavy on me lately; the sorrow she will go through at this time. Pat, in his wisdom, said "but they could never keep her forever, it's just not what their society allows." I guess, this too makes me sad. If only they could keep her. Well, it's what's messed up in USA's foster care system too. Same problem. Will you pray for Lulu?
2 comments:
Will definitely pray for Lulu.
YES!....Lord Jesus will You protect this child's heart, mind, and body as she makes the transition to WA! Please allow her to make that transition as smoothly as possible. Give her PEACE Father. Cause her to quickly KNOW just how much she is LOVED by her new parents!! Thank you Jesus for this little girl -- she is a blessing to us all!
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