AAAAHHHH! I have looked forward to writing this post for so long I can hardly type fast enough! I have two GREAT adoption updates to share with you today! 😀
First, remember this photo of all the kiddos currently living at the orphanage our adoption agency is partnered with?
And remember when I blogged about meeting Amanda who lives a few hours up the interstate from us here in Alabama, and is also in the process of adopting through Lifeline and Three Angels?
She and her husband started their adoption process in December of 2011. They wanted to adopt a little boy, but as that first year of their adoption process went on, Amanda and her husband kept feeling like God was leading them towards twins. They talked about it with friends, and they even shared it with their case worker, but they still weren’t sure about why they were hearing that specific calling.
Their application was accepted by Three Angels on August 14, 2012, and like us, they were so excited to discover their Facebook page where they could see pictures of the babies currently living there:
She continued to check their page for updates over and over throughout the next week. Then on August 22, 2012, she decided to scroll waaaaay back. Knowing that one of the boy’s in that collage was going to be her son, she wanted to soak up as much info and as many photos as she could. She scrolled back through June’s posts, then May’s, and when she got back to April’s, her life changed forever:
Kevenel and Kelly were twins- she just didn’t realize it because they weren’t identical!
Isn’t that Amazing!? She told me she still gets goosebumps when she scrolls back to that post. 😀
She’s going to be sharing more about their entire adoption story on the Three Angels blog soon, but I am so excited to share this exciting update with you:
The boys are coming home in June!!!
We’re going to meet them at the airport when they fly back to Alabama, and I cannot wait to share that experience with you, too. I told Amanda, seeing her boys come home with them is going to be like chicken soup for my soul!
And speaking of that, are you ready for adoption update #2?
Kevin and I also got a phone call from Meredith on Friday. 🙂
We were hanging out with our friend Josh at the time. The phone rang and I jumped up like I always do when I see the word “Lifeline” pop up on the screen. Meredith said she had exciting news, so I put her on speaker and smiled for the rest of the phone call.
That piece of paper we’ve been waiting on (for 3 months) has been signed!!!
We are one huge step closer to booking our socialization trip, and we are so thankful for y’all’s prayers about that letter! We just need one more signature (or stamp, or seal, or something like that) and then we’ll be able to purchase our plane tickets. There’s no telling when we’ll get the next call (it could be a week, a month, or more) but we are getting verrrrry close now! 😀
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Shanti @ Everyday Bohemian
Congratulations!!! My heart is so warm for you! 🙂 And your friends’ tale of the twins – definitely serendipity!
Laura
I was just thinking about you out of the blue, today, Layla. For no reason at all. And I thought I should come here tonight and post some encouraging words like, “Still thinking and praying for you guys. 🙂 “… when I find this WONDERFUL post! So happy for you. 🙂
Linda
Oh, Layla and Kevin I am thrilled for you both…I pray you can bring your sweet boy home soon too!!!!! xoxo
wynne
yay!!! praise god!!!!
Betsy
Layla, I have been following your blog for years, and have loved every post but until now I have not commented ( nor have I commented on any of the other blogs I read –bad me) Your news about getting your adoption letter has changed all that !! I had to let you know that there are people out here in Oregon who are celebrating with you and Kevin. I just knew our God was not going to make you and your little one wait too much longer. The blessing that you and your little one will be to each other is immeasurable !! Bless you all.
Sunny
Oh Layla and Kevin,
Such a wonderous story…and how we have waited for this good news for you…thank you for letting us share in your joy.
God is amazing…what a story to tell Sweet Pea one day.
Lisa W.
aHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH SO happy for you and Kev, AND for your friends bringing home their babies. Wonderful news!!! Will be praying you get to book that trip soon!!!
jennybc
how wonderful! little does that young boy know but his entire family heritage is about to change with his adoption. makes me weep with joy for all that little guy will have in a loving family. praying for the next signature soon!
Gin
Be careful, Layla and Kevin… http://www.alabamas13.com/story/25557954/13-investigates-overseas-adoption-dangers
Jill T
YEA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Susan
I’m usually a silent reader but must say how exciting this is for you two! I’ve tried to guess which little boy will come home to your beautiful house.Hopefully you can share that soon!
On a side note: I’ve been listening to Kevin and Josh for two days now, teaching me about taking pictures .I’ve got to spend several more hours with them because I can absorb only so much at one setting. I have learned SO much! I hope to take some great shots at the beach next week.
Carol
Praise God!! Everytime I go to my blog list I check yours right away!
Ter'e
God Bless Your Hearts.
I couldn’t even read your post because my eyes were dripping with tears. What fabulous news.
I loved reading Amanda’s story………I tell you………sometimes we just have to be quiet and listen to God’s message. What a beautiful story of faith……….for all of you.
GLORIOUS news!!!!!!!!!!!! Xoxoxoxox
Anele @ Success Along the Weigh
That is wonderful! So happy for you guys!
Jess K
Hang in there guys! You are so close to your little fellow. I am praying for you and super-excited to hear your good news.
ps. Still love the house stuff you post too.
Valerie J.
God bless you! Tears coming down and more prayers are being sent your way! This is wonderful news!
Susan H
Lalya and Kevin,
Oh, the power of prayer! It is truly amazing what God has in his plans for you. I’ve prayed for your journey in becoming parents, and am continuing to pray for all three of you. Savor this time, God has huge plans for you! Also, someone in Mount Juliet TN is praying for you! Susan
Jen
I am so happy for y’all. Hopefully you will be booking your trip very soon.
Amanda
First time commenter… tears of happiness for your family. I was so happy to see this update this morning.
Christie
That is great news! So happy for you two! Continued blessings and may your Sweet P be in your arms soon. 🙂
Jilian Sullivan
I’m so thrilled for you both!!! I’ve got tears in my eyes and goosebumps on my arms…Congratulations!!
Melodee
Congratulations on getting over one more hurdle! I look so forward to the day when I will come to your site and see a photo of you and your little one all together at home!
Julia G.
So happy for you and Kevin and your Sweet P!! He will have friends close by to play with. Praying for the next step of your journey to come quickly.
Marianne in Mo.
Great news! Funny, when I would look at those sweet faces at the orphanage, I always zeroed in on Kevenal and Kelly, Yervens, Stevenson and Samuel for some reason. I had convinced myself that one of them was coming into your life. Guess in a way, two of them are, just not in the way I expected! I cannot wait to read the post when you are able to say “we are the proud parents of….” ! Congratulations to Amanda and her family!
hello haha narf
praise the lord!
Elizabeth
I am thrilled for you. The angel that you will raised will be a blessing to you and for you!!!
Stacey
Such awesome news for both families! 🙂
the cape on the corner
yay, so totally happy for this step. hope the next ones come quickly, and thanks for sharing that story about your friend and her adoption. amazing!
Gina
So thrilled for y’all!!
Elizabeth
How wonderful! Congrats on your exciting news; I can’t wait to read your blogpost about the next step! 🙂
Sharon
It is so wonderful that both families are being blessed! Prayers continue!
Lori
Yahoooooooooo!! I was so excited when I saw this on IG. And twins for your friend ~ NEXT month ~ so much love ~ so happy for all of you.
Sarah
I remember that call we got saying…”she’s coming home”. So happy for you. It is a great joyous time for you. Blessings.
Tonya
Congratulations Kevin and Layla!!! We are waiting for a match for our adoption. What an incredible story about your friend!!
Deborah D
Layla and Kevin, I am beyond excited to here this. This call is what we all have been praying for you. Still praying God’s perfect timing in this matter. Know you both will be great parents.
Tera
YAY!!! I was reading this at work yesterday and was trying so hard not to squeal! I’m so happy for you guys and can’t wait for more news!
RebeccaLL
Wonderful news! I am praying that the little one comes home to you soon!
Sarah Lahrman
I am literally jumping up and down for you!!!! 🙂
Barbara Ann
The way of the Lord is Wonderous! and it is for us to enjoy!!
Soon these babies who have grown so much, will be in your homes.
Sending prayers and waiting to read the latest news!!
Shelly
Congratulations on getting your letter! I have been following your adoption journey and am so touched by all you are going through. I hope you and your little one are united soon. Prayers and best wishes for you all.
Tiffany
Congratulations to you both! I have been following your blog and have so appreciated your heartfelt posts during your adoption process. May God bless you richly as God prepares your family to grow!
Shaunna
Hey sweet friends…CONGRATULATIONS. So much love to you both—praying it’s so, so soon!!!!
tara
EEEEeeeeekkkk. squealing over here for y’all.
prayers continue.
Ally
Just discovered your blog and what a beautiful post to begin with. All the best to you from Brisbane Australia.
Jenna
So happy for you guys!! That picture is so sweet of you guys when you’re on the phone. What a joyous moment someone captured for you 🙂
Cath
I feel such overwhelming joy for you, Kevin and your friend Amanda and her husband.
I hope it is only a short time until both families are holding and loving on their babes.
Please keep us posted.
Deborah
My heart fills with you every time I read about your progress on your adoption. Blessings to you and the little ones too…
Erin
So so happy for you guys! Can’t wait for you to hear more!