Heather in Neverland Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 (edited) How do I get all this in without it being a really long post? Some of the details I have posted in years past but to review: 1. We have 1 birth son who is now 11yo. It was a miracle we were even able to have him as dh has a genetic disease that has made him completely infertile (it grows worse through the years...he used to be a "little bit" fertile...obviously). 2. We found out about this when we tried to have a second child and were unable. Several specialists later we were told IVF is impossible but we could use donor sperm. Instead we decided to adopt. Hence, ds#2 who is nearly 6yo. It cost a bloody fortune but it was worth it. 3. I want a daughter REALLY BADLY. I think last christmas I posted about my desire for a daughter. But we just cannot afford to do international adoption again. It literally rips my heart out to see baby girls but we didn't know what we could do. 4. Fast forward one year later. We now live in Malaysia and part of the ministry we are involved in is working with local orphanges. About 2 hours ago, the leader of the orphanage called my cell and told me that a 15 yo girl just gave birth to a baby girl today and wants to put it up for adoption. Maria (the orphanage lady) knows that I long for a daughter so she called to see if dh and I would be interested in adopting the baby? AHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!! I am so excited I think I am going to faint. Maria is meeting with the birth mom right now to go over some details and if everything goes well we could have this baby girl early next week (like around Tuesday...no kidding!). Would it be cliche to call this a christmas miracle? So I need prayer, lots of prayer. Prayer that this is God's will, prayer that He will give us what we need to take on a newborn with such short notice, prayer that this little girl can join our family and make it complete. Oh, and prayer to come up with a name! :D Edited December 26, 2009 by Heather in NC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jld Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 Congratulations! How exciting!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in Australia Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 This is probably a silly question, but will you be able to bring the baby home when you leave Malaysia? congratulations!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peela Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 Wow, that is so, so amazing. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TammyinTN Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 Praying for you and your family here. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nd293 Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 Oh my goodness! What an amazing thing to have happen. Where we were before, a baby was left on the doorstep of an expat couple who had been trying for many years for children. This happened just before they were due to leave the country permanently. They delayed their stay, and once issues of nationality had been sorted out, they left with a little girl! Really hoping for a Christmas miracle for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather in Neverland Posted December 26, 2009 Author Share Posted December 26, 2009 This is probably a silly question, but will you be able to bring the baby home when you leave Malaysia? congratulations!! Yes, we have to stay in the country for two years before we can get US citizenship for her but we are going to be here at least that long anyways. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommyfaithe Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 wow.....just wow.....and loads of prayers that all goes off without a hitch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle in MO Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 Praying here for God to work out all the details; this could truly be a Christmas miracle for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsrevmeg Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 That is amazing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaT Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 How exciting! It reminds me of the adoption of our first dd. I called an adoption attorney just to inquire about adoption. She was born the next Friday and in our home on Sunday - 10 days. Miracles really DO happen sometimes. I am so happy for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ConnieB Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 Congratulations! A suggestion for a name....miracle in Malay is keajaiban. How about naming her Kea? It would be pronounced K-ah. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 :grouphug:Praying here:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asta Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 Oh, and prayer to come up with a name! :D Wouldn't her name be Mary? a Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5knights3maidens Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 Oh wow!!! I'm so excited for you!! Yes, you can call it a christmas miracle! :d Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dayle in Guatemala Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 Heather! What a blessing!!! I'll be praying for you. Isn't it just like God to send you to Malaysia to give you your heart's desire???? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margo out of lurking Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 Praying God's will for you, Heather. WOW!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Momofeat Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 Wow, wow, wow!!!! Praying for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFSinIL Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 This is probably a silly question, but will you be able to bring the baby home when you leave Malaysia? congratulations!! That is my only concern - you will have a lawyer make sure this adoption is absolutely "kosher" so there will be no problems when you eventually move back here. Otherwise - yippee!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linders Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 After years of infertility and treatments and finally 2 DS, I know how hard it is. This sounds like a true Christmas blessing - I hope it works out for you and the new little girl!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lmrich Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 Wow! Keep us updated!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather in Neverland Posted December 26, 2009 Author Share Posted December 26, 2009 That is my only concern - you will have a lawyer make sure this adoption is absolutely "kosher" so there will be no problems when you eventually move back here. Otherwise - yippee!! Oh definitely. We know two other families that have adopted while living here and they gave us the name and number of the lawyer they used. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean too Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 That is so exciting! Praying everything works out for you to adopt this baby girl. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CalicoKat Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 How do I get all this in without it being a really long post? Some of the details I have posted in years past but to review: 1. We have 1 birth son who is now 11yo. It was a miracle we were even able to have him as dh has a genetic disease that has made him completely infertile (it grows worse through the years...he used to be a "little bit" fertile...obviously). 2. We found out about this when we tried to have a second child and were unable. Several specialists later we were told IVF is impossible but we could use donor sperm. Instead we decided to adopt. Hence, ds#2 who is nearly 6yo. It cost a bloody fortune but it was worth it. 3. I want a daughter REALLY BADLY. I think last christmas I posted about my desire for a daughter. But we just cannot afford to do international adoption again. It literally rips my heart out to see baby girls but we didn't know what we could do. 4. Fast forward one year later. We now live in Malaysia and part of the ministry we are involved in is working with local orphanges. About 2 hours ago, the leader of the orphanage called my cell and told me that a 15 yo girl just gave birth to a baby girl today and wants to put it up for adoption. Maria (the orphanage lady) knows that I long for a daughter so she called to see if dh and I would be interested in adopting the baby? AHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!! I am so excited I think I am going to faint. Maria is meeting with the birth mom right now to go over some details and if everything goes well we could have this baby girl early next week (like around Tuesday...no kidding!). Would it be cliche to call this a christmas miracle? So I need prayer, lots of prayer. Prayer that this is God's will, prayer that He will give us what we need to take on a newborn with such short notice, prayer that this little girl can join our family and make it complete. Oh, and prayer to come up with a name! :D What a blessing :grouphug:. I will be praying for your potential newest family memeber that she can come home quickly. And can I just say, "WOW! What an awesome gift!" :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alessandra Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 Incredible - it sounds as thought it was meant to be! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laughing lioness Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 :grouphug:praying for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nakia Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 OH MY GOODNESS!!!!! How exciting!!!!! I am praying hard, Heather!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle in AL Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 What an exciting and wonderful way for God to act in your lives! I'll be praying for you too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LND1218 Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 WOW! Praying!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eaglei Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 WOW! Praise God! Please - keep us updated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommaduck Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 What a blessing! Many prayers for you, the babe, and her bio mama. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 Praying that things will work out as God plans. What an exciting time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnandtinagilbert Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 May God's will bring happiness and joy to you all. How wonderful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 :w00t: WOW!!! Keep us posted! Praying for you right now . . . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 Another small question. How would you take care of a newborn and work at your job? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 How lovely for you! Would you be able to take her to work with you or take a leave of absence? Part of me is laughing--didn't I tell you in a previous post to stand back and see God work? Maybe this is why you are there, Heather...:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
specialmama Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 Heather, this is so amazing... this could be exactly why God wanted you to go there... I know the reasons were likely plentiful, but THIS... WOW... THIS is so cool! Praying hard here! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 I want a girl too and I fully understand your desire! Praying this works out for you! Dawn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BettyL Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 What a wonderful blessing! I will pray that in every detail you will see God's hand! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferdie Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 Praying for a Christmas miracle for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lilymax Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 Wow! Definitely praying for God's will! I, too, have always wanted a daughter and reading about this just made me smile for you! Keep us posted! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 Praying for a successful adoption. What a joyous blessing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tina Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 Yes, it's a Christmas miracle! I'm so happy for you! Praying for your request. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonshineLearner Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 Amazing, just the thought. AND, I can't wait to hear how this all works out. I really hope that you have a baby girl in the next few days. A "Christmas Baby".... Wow....excited for you and your family! What a spoiled baby that would be! Carrie:-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creekmom Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 Your post gave me chills!! How exciting! I'm so happy for you!!:001_smile::001_smile: I'll be praying you'll be loving on that sweet little baby girl soon!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommyof4ks Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 Huge prayers for you and your family!!! What an exciting day!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brigitte Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 Oh Heather! I can't help but think that you were sent by God to Malaysia for this very purpose. I am overwhelmed and I don't even know you. WOW! Just WOW! Praying that it all works out.... Brigitte Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 Heather I'm not sure how much more excitement we can take from you. :D I'm praying all goes well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommaduck Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 Another small question. How would you take care of a newborn and work at your job? It sounds like there is quite a community there. I'm sure they would all work it out ;) How does anyone else make it work when they have a baby and HAVE to work? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Revwife Posted December 26, 2009 Share Posted December 26, 2009 AWESOME!!! I'm so excited for you! I will definitely be praying for you and your family:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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