Ever have news you just can't blurt out because you don't know how to and also... you are not sure it is going to happen exactly like you think and you don't want to jump the gun and also.... you are wrestling with the old issue of faith etc. etc.???
THAT is my problem. So far this morning I have heard no news (I'm longing for news as much as you are) and may not for a few days because this stuff is not happening in the USA and the language, culture and time barrier just make things a bit difficult for everyone. PLUS - my dear contacts over there whom God placed so perfectly to help jump-start this are now on this side of the ocean so I have lost my inside scoop.
So PLEASE keep praying.... I WILL inform... I Promise... Just keep praying. This is God's work - It is SO not mine. It involves LONG TERM ministry to an institute filled with boys who are desperately needy. My eyes fill with tears just thinking about it.
To help with the wait.... I decided to give you what ALWAYS makes everyone smile.... PICTURES... of AARON!! Rob and I hosted the annual Nalle family gathering yesterday.... 26 people in our little house.... It was crowded and noisy but so much fun.... eating, singing, opening presents.... how can you go wrong???
Aaron was amazing. We had no idea how he would handle having to share his toys with 5 other little people. We kept Pooh safe on top of the couch so that he would not have to share his prized possession but beyond that, he was as happy as we have ever seen him.
Grubby face and all....
Such wonderful pictures of Aaron! What a delight to see him so happy and loved, especially by his brothers! So sweet!
ReplyDeleteGreat pictures of Aaron. Praying!!
ReplyDeleteSuch a sweet smile your Aaron has! I can't wait to hear the news and I will keep praying for all the boys.
ReplyDeleteI wish I were as patient as you. I am so eager to know what is going on. I do love the pictures of Aaron. He is a doll :)
ReplyDeleteAaron is a Hoot! Love your Boy!!
ReplyDeleteYou're right - not at all patieny here !! Starting to go slightly crazy, in fact - but I'm sure it'll be worth it :) LOVE the pics of Aaron and family - looks like he's always been there :)
ReplyDeleteWaiting!!
ReplyDeleteThat last picture is so beautiful!! his face just radiates pure joy and happiness. Not a care in the world!!!
Aaron was more than a trooper yesterday! Thanks for letting us invade your world, Aaron!
ReplyDeletethe pic of Aaron and his older brother is the most precious.....
ReplyDeletelove :)
ReplyDeleteI love all the pictures Julia!
ReplyDeleteLooks like you had a full, happy house indeed :)
Thank you so much for the beautiful Christmas picture and letter....I love it!
Blessings on the New Year :) :)
Aaron is totally adorable and his smile is incredible, so full of pure joy. I cpuld never guess he lived an entire year in a terrible institution from seeing these photos. It´s only because I followed his journey that I know of his past and that´s why the photos are even more heartwarming to see :)
ReplyDeleteI just love those kids of yours!! Of course, I'm praying for news, but understand too. Praying that things are going as planned over the ocean. :)
ReplyDeletehehe, in one of those pictures I can see him making his train/truck/car noise!
ReplyDeleteHe gets cuter everyday! I love how his hair is getting longer!
ReplyDeleteGoing crazy but praying for positives !
ReplyDeleteWow, Aaron's first Christmas at home...I'm so very happy for Aaron and for all of you! Jesus lives!
ReplyDeletePrayers being said,
Lori
looks like you all had a wonderful time! thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeletemargie
AHHH... Waiting not so patiently... But also enjoying the pictures of Aaron! SOOO CUTE!
ReplyDeleteUsed to be he tried out smiling just with his grin then it spread to his eyes and then whole face and now his whole body shouts fully abandoned joy!! Yeah, God!! What an incredible work of God that you have been privileged to partner with Him for... More boys lined up for that as we pray... : )
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