Our summer has been buzzing along and between camps, vbs, family moving to town and vacations - the time is passing more quickly than it was when we first decided to adopt our little man. I wonder what he's doing now?
We just picked up our oldest 2 from bible camp this morning. I was surely missing them, but what a blessing the week was to them. Madison was baptized last August and Chase now says that he wants to give his life to Jesus too! Praise praise praise God! We are so happy. This important decision will bless us all as well.
We finally received our FBI form back after 8 1/2 weeks. When they say 4-6 ... allow for a while longer. We went to Orlando for our 3rd set of fingerprints on July 1. That is the final piece of information we need in order to have a completed dossier that we can submit to Bulgaria for translation. So, now the wait is for that clearance document... I'm learning patience with peace for sure!
God is so amazing. Philippians 4:7 - And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ.
Comptons
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Friday, July 15, 2011
Monday, June 6, 2011
A new calling
I know that's it's been a few years since I updated this blog. Life is taking a new turn for our family and this is one way to give the glory to God and show how He blesses us and opens doors for us that we never imagined. This new journey the Lord is taking us on will find us in Bulgaria adopting a 5 year old little boy ...
On June 3 we were approved by the Minister of Justice of Bulgaria to become "Chad's" parents! We will travel as a family to meet and visit with him for only 5 days (that's all we're allowed), then we will have to return home to do more paperwork, submit it then wait for a judge to let us come bring him home. We are officially 6 weeks into the process and still have a while to wait on our last two forms (immigration USICS and FBI). The papers then go to Tallahassee to be apostilled, sent onto Bulgaria and have to be translated there to be given to the Minister of Justice as our official dossier - then she gives us dates to visit.
Psalm 62:2 Truly He is my Rock and my salvation; He is my fortress, I will not be shaken.
The journey began back in early March - One evening Stuart's company lost power and 2 of the guys taking sales calls came to our house to work. The Comptons decided to go out for a family fun night at Easy Street complete with golf, rock climbing and go carts. A fundraiser was taking place there for a precious little boy being adopted internationally as well. God spoke to me that evening and I knew that I had to give to helping that family was the entire reason He guided us there that evening. Determined to give financially at first, I got busy and life got in the way... I didn't give...
A few weeks went by and Stuart told me that he had been having bad dreams and knew that the Lord was telling him that we were leaving something undone. He had been racking his brain and couldn't think of anything that he overlooked, so he mentioned it to me. I knew right away that donating to that family was the thing that I had not done. On Saturday April 16, the calling to help that family was fulfilled, but God had plans greater than that for the Comptons....After giving - I clicked on the first link on the website that hosts special needs children needing families and there was the most precious little boy. His eyes spoke to my heart. He looks as if he could be one of our children. I then clicked on a link for children available to large families and there he was again! The first child to be seen. He was so adorable and I felt very moved by his short bio.
That and the next several nights were sleepless for me. Prayers for that sweet little face were constantly on my lips. Our own children were having so much difficulty in getting along. Prayers for their leading and help with raising them in the Lord were being said as well. Through tears, I shared the picture with Stuart and after our prayers for clear guidance together - we decided to take a step and ask about the little boy called "Chad".
The day that I found him was his 5th birthday! He was born in 2006 (our others are 00, 02, 04 and 08) and has a birthday on and even day, just like the rest of us! Turns out his special need is language delay - I'm a speech therapist. Wow - God spoke so loud and clear to me at that time...
Rescue him. Take him. Teach him. Love him. Love me.
We then began the crazy process of international adoption. Adoption is definitely not for wimps or for the impatient. I am both of those things, so at times I wonder what in the world do I think I'm doing? Each step of the paperwork and jumping through hoops feels like it takes an eternity and is torture to my heart and arms that long to hold our new son.
Imagine being taken away from anything and everything you've ever known. Your country, culture, language, housing, food, caregivers, and friends. I'm praying that the Lord will ease the transition for him and for our family. We are the good guys right? Is he better off where he is with those things he knows? Absolutely not! These are thoughts that scare me, but my biggest supporter - my wonderful husband -reminds me that "Fear is not from the Lord." This is God's calling on our life, His glory will shine!
On June 3 we were approved by the Minister of Justice of Bulgaria to become "Chad's" parents! We will travel as a family to meet and visit with him for only 5 days (that's all we're allowed), then we will have to return home to do more paperwork, submit it then wait for a judge to let us come bring him home. We are officially 6 weeks into the process and still have a while to wait on our last two forms (immigration USICS and FBI). The papers then go to Tallahassee to be apostilled, sent onto Bulgaria and have to be translated there to be given to the Minister of Justice as our official dossier - then she gives us dates to visit.
Psalm 62:2 Truly He is my Rock and my salvation; He is my fortress, I will not be shaken.
Monday, August 27, 2007
Still lovin' it!
Well - we made it through our first week of school. The kids are very happy - and close to home. Things are so laid back here. The kids are called into school by their teachers from the playground every morning. They also get 2 recesses during their day. They are allowed to wear flip-flops to school when they don't have P.E. and every Wednesday is 1/2 day. Chase goes to afternoon KG and doesn't start until 12:50!Here are some pictures of Madison riding her bike to school.
Madison made an instant friend (Ally) at school. Chase did the same. His new buddy is also Chase! Madison is telling everyone now to call her "Maddy". Stuart and I are trying to correct this new phase before it sticks.
During the week we took advantage of the Lincoln Park Pool before it closes after Labor Day.
Yes, that is Chase being the first one off of the 12 foot high dive! (Gammy don't have heart failure). Madison figured her little brother couldn't show her up, she went next. Bryce likes the splash pad and little pool the best. Madison loves the slide!
We took off this past weekend to Glenwood Springs to ride along the river trail there. We rode for 13 miles. It was wonderful.
The we went for a dip in the hot springs - sooo fun! Here's a picture of the hot springs pool - HUGE! This is where we went after skiing this winter when there was snow all over the ground. There are two large slides on the left side of the pi
cture. The smallest pool at the far end is a kiddie pool - not spring fed - normal temp. The next pool that still looks small is the theraputic pool - it's the hotest because it is the closest pool to the springs. Feels like a hot tub. The enormous pool feels nice.On Sunday we rode Tour the Valley with Uncle Dennis, Aunt Terry, Katie and Lee. We rode the 35 mile ride from near the Grand Junction Airport to Fruita and back. It was the most gorgeous ride. It was a bit of a challenge the last part of the ride. It felt like a great accomplishment. Pictures to come on that one - I didn't take my camera. Please keep me updated on how things are going for you. I have only heard from a few of you (thank you) and would love to hear from each of you!!!
God bless you -
Kristy
Monday, August 20, 2007
Hey there!
8/20/2007 -
Well, we returned back to Colorado on the 6th and made it home on the 7th. When we got here, our house was 92 degreesAC was out of coolant. After that was fixed we were back into full swing. We really enjoyed getting to spend time with most of you while we were back in Florida. It made it very hard to leave. Man was it ever hot there. But, we do love and miss you guys.
We officially started homeschooling on the 13th . The kids were so bored by the afternoon and begging for things to do. After researching, I found that the homeschool support group here is NOTHING like "Heart" (the support group in Ocala). There is nothing organized, only a newsletter where people can start an activity themselves and post it, as well as a phone directory. So, even though there are 18 2nd grade girls and 17 Kg boys, there is never going to be an opportunity for Madison and Chase to meet them. People say that it's the "independent" Colorado way of thinking. The group was once small and set up to allow people to remain independent, yet never changed as the numbers grew. As people are moving here from other states and areas, they want more. A small group of people are trying to start a new group without offending anyone, yet it's a few years away from being established. I had a very sad day Thursday realizing all of this after talking to many people about it. So, I looked at a few schools around here (the school system out is amazing!) . We liked a new charter school that meets M-Thurs., but there were no slots for Chase. After lots of tears and prayers - we decided to put them in the elementary school that's next to our neighborhood. We can walk them to school! Chase will only be in 1/2 day. I'm going to be volunteering and helping out as much as I can. The kids are so excited to finally meet some friends. They only have a couple now from church. So that's our big decision for now - let them try school. They didn't get to start today (the first day for everyone
else), but they will be there tomorrow. Here's a picture of Wingate Elementary School off of the county website.
On another note. I went to my Dr. visit today! The OBGYN was wonderful! He took me into his office to sit down and talk about any problems I was having (my cyst). He was very personable and he lives near us. His daughter goes to school where the kids will be going. He walks her to school, then bikes to work (about a 35-40 minute ride). Biking is HUGE around here. I just got a road bike and love it. Stuart road and mountain (scary!) bikes. Anyway, the doctor wants to do a Laproscopy to look at the cyst and any scar tissue from the rupture to take care of the pain I've had since May. Just wanted to update all of you. Please let me know how everything is going in your life. God bless you!
Love - Kristy
Well, we returned back to Colorado on the 6th and made it home on the 7th. When we got here, our house was 92 degreesAC was out of coolant. After that was fixed we were back into full swing. We really enjoyed getting to spend time with most of you while we were back in Florida. It made it very hard to leave. Man was it ever hot there. But, we do love and miss you guys.
We officially started homeschooling on the 13th . The kids were so bored by the afternoon and begging for things to do. After researching, I found that the homeschool support group here is NOTHING like "Heart" (the support group in Ocala). There is nothing organized, only a newsletter where people can start an activity themselves and post it, as well as a phone directory. So, even though there are 18 2nd grade girls and 17 Kg boys, there is never going to be an opportunity for Madison and Chase to meet them. People say that it's the "independent" Colorado way of thinking. The group was once small and set up to allow people to remain independent, yet never changed as the numbers grew. As people are moving here from other states and areas, they want more. A small group of people are trying to start a new group without offending anyone, yet it's a few years away from being established. I had a very sad day Thursday realizing all of this after talking to many people about it. So, I looked at a few schools around here (the school system out is amazing!) . We liked a new charter school that meets M-Thurs., but there were no slots for Chase. After lots of tears and prayers - we decided to put them in the elementary school that's next to our neighborhood. We can walk them to school! Chase will only be in 1/2 day. I'm going to be volunteering and helping out as much as I can. The kids are so excited to finally meet some friends. They only have a couple now from church. So that's our big decision for now - let them try school. They didn't get to start today (the first day for everyone
else), but they will be there tomorrow. Here's a picture of Wingate Elementary School off of the county website.On another note. I went to my Dr. visit today! The OBGYN was wonderful! He took me into his office to sit down and talk about any problems I was having (my cyst). He was very personable and he lives near us. His daughter goes to school where the kids will be going. He walks her to school, then bikes to work (about a 35-40 minute ride). Biking is HUGE around here. I just got a road bike and love it. Stuart road and mountain (scary!) bikes. Anyway, the doctor wants to do a Laproscopy to look at the cyst and any scar tissue from the rupture to take care of the pain I've had since May. Just wanted to update all of you. Please let me know how everything is going in your life. God bless you!
Love - Kristy
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