Yep, Still Here

Hi! I don't have time to post right now, but I wanted to let you know we're still here. Just thought I'd share a song...gets me every time.

I'll try to write more soon!

Run 143

Hi everyone. We just finished the first 50km of Run 143 - amazing day - only 93km to go. To follow the run and latest blog posts - go to run143.blogspot.com.

Thanks!

Adoption Update :(

Hi everyone!

Well, we leave for North Battleford in 8 hrs. and I've got many mixed emotions tonight. I am SO excited for this adventure and to start running! I still don't quite know what I've gotten myself into, but I know it's gonna be great!

I'm also hurting & frustrated because we got another update from our agency and it looks like we're in for another 3 month delay. Seriously!! I don't know what to say. To say that this news is hard to hear is an understatement.

We will press on though, by God's grace. We are not about to give up now!!

It might seem like not the best timing...right before the run and all, but I think it might actually be good timing. What better way to get through a hard time than to surround yourself with family, friends, love and support.

Thank you...all of you.

To stay up to date on the run, you can visit www.run143.blogspot.com There will be videos and numerous posts throughout the day!

I'll leave you with a quote we received today...

“It is in the face of disappointment that the wise use their energy first to reflect before they react and waste the precious reserves of peace and sanity God provides us all to carry through those times”

Thumbs Up for Rock and Roll!

To add to our last blog post...Ian wanted me to post this inspirational speech in preparation for this week. (This is for you, Mike).

Only 5 Days Away!

It's July (obviously) and I'm feeling nervous, excited, anxious, etc.

First of all, RUN(one)43 is only 5 days away! I can hardly believe it's crept up on us already, although I am very ready to get out there and run. Not just to help support our adoption but because I am deeply passionate about caring for the fatherless and the forgotten. I have decided to run the entire 143km with Ian and I'm sure I'm naive to what's really ahead of me. The pain I will feel, however, is really nothing compared to what millions of children have to go through each day. I am honoured to run for this cause and to help bring awareness. We would love to have as many of you friends and family out there involved so if you haven't checked out the website yet or thought of how you might be part of this event...consider it!

Also, it would be great to have you join us for the BBQ at the finish line...this Sat. around 4:30 in Mewasin Park (if you don't know where that is, let me know). It's only $5/adult and will be a great time to celebrate the finish!!! (If you DO plan on coming, please let us know so we can at least have a rough idea of numbers.)

Second of all, we should be getting an update from our agency sometime this month. This honestly makes me more nervous than running 143km. I feel like I won't be able to handle another delay, but I'm scared to hope that things will actually get moving again. All I can do is pray. Pray for peace, a resolution to all of this, strength and patience. It's breaking my heart every day to think that our baby is waiting for us. I feel like an emotional mess some days and break down at the most unplanned times (like right now as I'm writing...sheesh!) Thankfully Ian is so encouraging and patient with me!

So, thank-you for reading, supporting us and praying for us. This baby is SO loved already and what a celebration it will be when they finally come home!

Have a great rest of the weekend!

Ramblings

It's been a while, but I haven't had much to talk about...still don't, really. We're working, waiting and wishing for summer weather!! I'll be done school next week and then starting a summer job the following week. It's hard to believe another school year is done! I'm still hoping that I won't have to start another year...but I know I was hoping for that last summer too, so only time will tell. C'mon referral!!

This past Sunday we were able to share with our church about RUN 143 and our adoption and it was very encouraging. We just continue to be blessed by the support of so many family members and friends. Thanks everyone!

As we wait, I've continued with my new-found hobby of making cupcakes. Some have definitely turned out better than others, but it's been fun! Here are a few samples...

These were much harder to make than they might look...don't think I'll be making those again!

Our class had an "Oceans" unit so I thought these might be fun to eat

Easter Bunny cupcakes

These might not look appetizing, but I think they were the most delicious...carrot cake and cream cheese icing! The candy on top was also yummy :)

These also totally didn't turn out the way I was hoping, but that's okay...I'll know for next time.

So, as you can see, I am filling myself with lots of sugar!

I can feel myself starting to get anxious again as mid-July approaches. We're not sure what to expect because, if you've been following us along the way, you know what it's been like. Surely things will start moving again soon, right?

Have a great rest of the week!

He Did It!!

I'm so proud of Ian! This morning he was 1 of 3180 runners participating in the 33rd annual Saskatchewan Marathon. My amazing husband ran the 1/2 marathon!! Woohoo! He enjoys the competition, but I know that the real motivation for him was our baby and training for RUN 143.

Here's a bit of the morning...

Looking relaxed before the race

Waiting for the gun...

I drove to different spots along the race to get out and cheer Ian on...

Here, I guess he was cheering for himself too! :)

Almost to the finish line!!!

Still smiling at the end

Don't mind the tired looks...we were up very early to get going!

It was a great day and makes me so excited for the big run! It's just around the corner! If you haven't already checked it out, visit www.run143.com **The website also continues to be updated with more info**

Have a great week everyone!