Dayle in Guatemala Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 What have you heard? I'm still praying, just came on to see if there was any update!:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amber in AUS Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 Bumping, i would love to know if there has been any progress too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tex-mex Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 :lurk5: :bigear: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 bump:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dayle in Guatemala Posted December 28, 2009 Author Share Posted December 28, 2009 :lurk5: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aggieamy Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 I was just wondering this too ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4kiddies Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 Me too...I bumped the other thread earlier this morning hoping for an update. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tdeveson Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 :bigear: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i.love.lucy Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 I just can't stand it! Is it night time there? Heather...your cyber-friends are dying to know!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Buckin' Longhorn Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 :bigear: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dayle in Guatemala Posted December 28, 2009 Author Share Posted December 28, 2009 Nothing yet?:bigear: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aggieamy Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 Maybe she's busy with diapers and bottles? :001_smile: I sure hope so! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4kiddies Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 bump Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hedgehogs4 Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 :bigear: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CalicoKat Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 no new is good news? Here's to hoping she too busy with a new baby to think about posting. :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brigitte Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 :lurk5: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Closeacademy Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 Bumping because even though I haven't posted before on this thread or any of Heather's threads, I love reading about her life in Malaysia and I want to know if she has good news.:001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osmosis Mom Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 She is probably alseep now while we get to bite our nails and wait it out...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brigitte Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 Here's to hoping she too busy with a new baby to think about posting. :001_smile: If so, where are her priorities??? Just kidding! :D I think I am living vicariously through her at the moment and I really want to know if we got the baby or not. :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ginevra Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 I looked up Heather's post from last year, when she posted "All I want for Christmas is a daughter". Listen to this, one thing a poster replied: Sorry you're missing having a baby girl. You're young...it can happen... And there really are those..baby dropped in lap stories...So here's to it happening this next year!Carrie:-) Does anyone else read this and get goosebumps for Heather?!?:w00t: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dayle in Guatemala Posted December 28, 2009 Author Share Posted December 28, 2009 Wow! (to what Quill posted) That's amazing!!!! Here's hoping it's happened! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aunty Social Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 I think I am living vicariously through her at the moment and I really want to know if we got the baby or not. :tongue_smilie: :iagree: Praying she's just too busy caring for her new little girl to update us! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather in Neverland Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 It is Tuesday morning. I did not hear from the orphanage yesterday until about 5pm and it wasn't great news. I am not sure where things stand right now. The birthmom is 15yo and is having "second thoughts" about giving the baby up. I can't fault her for that. The grandmother, however, has no qualms whatsoever about essentially forcing her teenage daughter to put the baby up for adoption but she DOES have a problem with the fact that it would be adopted by a couple that is Christian (they are Hindus). There was this long explanation about karma by the orphanage lady of which I only understood a small part because my head was spinning. At any rate, we still don't know for sure and it isn't really looking very good and so I went to bed early because I felt like I was going to throw up. I don't understand why this opportunity that we didn't ask for was dropped into our laps sending our lives into a tailspin only to then be yanked away again. Yes, I remember the post from last year and to be honest I had pretty much given up hope (although the ache just doesn't ever go away does it?). Now I feel like the wound is fresh again and someone poured lemon juice in it. I was to the point in the healing process that it didn't claim my every waking moment, life goes on, I have a new job and a new life and then..... now I have to start all over again and it sucks even worse now because I was so close.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennefer@SSA Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 It is Tuesday morning. I did not hear from the orphanage yesterday until about 5pm and it wasn't great news. I am not sure where things stand right now. The birthmom is 15yo and is having "second thoughts" about giving the baby up. I can't fault her for that. The grandmother, however, has no qualms whatsoever about essentially forcing her teenage daughter to put the baby up for adoption but she DOES have a problem with the fact that it would be adopted by a couple that is Christian (they are Hindus). There was this long explanation about karma by the orphanage lady of which I only understood a small part because my head was spinning. At any rate, we still don't know for sure and it isn't really looking very good and so I went to bed early because I felt like I was going to throw up. I don't understand why this opportunity that we didn't ask for was dropped into our laps sending our lives into a tailspin only to then be yanked away again. Yes, I remember the post from last year and to be honest I had pretty much given up hope (although the ache just doesn't ever go away does it?). Now I feel like the wound is fresh again and someone poured lemon juice in it. I was to the point in the healing process that it didn't claim my every waking moment, life goes on, I have a new job and a new life and then..... now I have to start all over again and it sucks even worse now because I was so close.... Many, many :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Keep us updated so we can be praying specifically. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommyfaithe Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 Awwwwww Heather....I am so sorry. It does really suck! :grouphug: ~~Faithe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
specialmama Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 Many hugs here, too! :grouphug: Still praying for His will in all of this. Stay strong, sister! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nd293 Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 There's no way to put a positive spin on this. It is so unfair, and I am so sorry. Nikki Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyndie Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i.love.lucy Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 We can certainly keep praying and hoping for you! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amber in AUS Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 Heather, i am so very sorry to hear your news this morning. My thoughts are with you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dayle in Guatemala Posted December 28, 2009 Author Share Posted December 28, 2009 :grouphug::grouphug:Heather you are in my prayers. I will continue to pray for you during this time.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted December 29, 2009 Share Posted December 29, 2009 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyGrace Posted December 29, 2009 Share Posted December 29, 2009 Been praying for you-so sorry for how it is going so far. Will continue in prayer.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted December 29, 2009 Share Posted December 29, 2009 Heather - I had a similar experience in April. Long story short: Got a call completely out of the blue about a young woman who just gave birth and wanted to give the baby up. I did a ton of legwork for her calling an agency, etc. etc. She was positive, it was going well, 2 days later we arrived at the agency to pick the baby up and b-mom had changed her mind. I, too, had so many questions for God - mainly, I didn't ask for this to happen, we got our hopes up, bought diapers, picked out a name and this was snatched away from us. Why? I'm so sorry. Will continue to pray! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plain jane Posted December 29, 2009 Share Posted December 29, 2009 Sometimes it's simply a test of Faith, Heather. It's tough, it stinks, and well, it's just so very painful. :grouphug: Stand strong. It's not over yet, right? His Will will be done in the end. May you find peace of heart whichever direction this goes. Many, many :grouphug: to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denisemomof4 Posted December 29, 2009 Share Posted December 29, 2009 It is Tuesday morning. I did not hear from the orphanage yesterday until about 5pm and it wasn't great news. I am not sure where things stand right now. The birthmom is 15yo and is having "second thoughts" about giving the baby up. I can't fault her for that. The grandmother, however, has no qualms whatsoever about essentially forcing her teenage daughter to put the baby up for adoption but she DOES have a problem with the fact that it would be adopted by a couple that is Christian (they are Hindus). There was this long explanation about karma by the orphanage lady of which I only understood a small part because my head was spinning. At any rate, we still don't know for sure and it isn't really looking very good and so I went to bed early because I felt like I was going to throw up. I don't understand why this opportunity that we didn't ask for was dropped into our laps sending our lives into a tailspin only to then be yanked away again. Yes, I remember the post from last year and to be honest I had pretty much given up hope (although the ache just doesn't ever go away does it?). Now I feel like the wound is fresh again and someone poured lemon juice in it. I was to the point in the healing process that it didn't claim my every waking moment, life goes on, I have a new job and a new life and then..... now I have to start all over again and it sucks even worse now because I was so close.... first of all, I do hope that things work out for this baby and your family. I am in no means trying to downplay that. But maybe *this* specific baby was used as a way to open doors to another? You're working with/near orphanages? You were brought to that country? Is there another possibility here if this specific baby falls through? Somehow I think there's more to the story (God's story) that you don't know about yet. I understand the expense of adoption and know we also couldn't do that again. But since you're in that country, is there another way? I'm sorry your heart is aching for a daughter. I remember when my heart ached so badly because I desperately wanted to adopt. Dh was all set after having three children, two boys and a girl. I prayed for God to remove that desire from my heart if it was not of Him, or that He change dh's heart so that he'd be on board to adopt. He never changed my heart, and I prayed for my adoption since my pregnancy with my third child. After four years of praying, crying, and praying some more, God NEVER took that ache away. He did finally work in dh's heart. Perhaps there's a reason why God hasn't removed that pain from your heart, but you just don't know The Way yet??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nakia Posted December 29, 2009 Share Posted December 29, 2009 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommy22alyns Posted December 29, 2009 Share Posted December 29, 2009 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: I'm sorry, Heather. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CactusPair Posted December 29, 2009 Share Posted December 29, 2009 i'm so sorry about your news:grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brigitte Posted December 29, 2009 Share Posted December 29, 2009 first of all, I do hope that things work out for this baby and your family. I am in no means trying to downplay that. But maybe *this* specific baby was used as a way to open doors to another? You're working with/near orphanages? You were brought to that country? Is there another possibility here if this specific baby falls through? Somehow I think there's more to the story (God's story) that you don't know about yet. I understand the expense of adoption and know we also couldn't do that again. But since you're in that country, is there another way? I'm sorry your heart is aching for a daughter. I remember when my heart ached so badly because I desperately wanted to adopt. Dh was all set after having three children, two boys and a girl. I prayed for God to remove that desire from my heart if it was not of Him, or that He change dh's heart so that he'd be on board to adopt. He never changed my heart, and I prayed for my adoption since my pregnancy with my third child. After four years of praying, crying, and praying some more, God NEVER took that ache away. He did finally work in dh's heart. Perhaps there's a reason why God hasn't removed that pain from your heart, but you just don't know The Way yet??? I agree. I will continue to pray for you, the baby and the baby's mom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eaglei Posted December 29, 2009 Share Posted December 29, 2009 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lmrich Posted December 29, 2009 Share Posted December 29, 2009 We will keep you and the baby in our prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunshine Posted December 29, 2009 Share Posted December 29, 2009 heartbreak. I am so sorry. Maybe the mom will change her mind. God can do anything He pleases. But he may be preparing you for other things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EthiopianFood Posted December 29, 2009 Share Posted December 29, 2009 I'm so sorry. Maybe God wants you to help the birthmom? It sounds like she's in a terrible situation, and at least there would be a clear "point" to all of this. :( I haven't been in your exact situation, but I know very well what it's like to long for an adoption that never seems to happen. I really hope your baby girl is out there, and that she comes to you very soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted December 29, 2009 Share Posted December 29, 2009 :grouphug:Praying for you here.:grouphug: It is Tuesday morning. I did not hear from the orphanage yesterday until about 5pm and it wasn't great news. I am not sure where things stand right now. The birthmom is 15yo and is having "second thoughts" about giving the baby up. I can't fault her for that. The grandmother, however, has no qualms whatsoever about essentially forcing her teenage daughter to put the baby up for adoption but she DOES have a problem with the fact that it would be adopted by a couple that is Christian (they are Hindus). There was this long explanation about karma by the orphanage lady of which I only understood a small part because my head was spinning. At any rate, we still don't know for sure and it isn't really looking very good and so I went to bed early because I felt like I was going to throw up. I don't understand why this opportunity that we didn't ask for was dropped into our laps sending our lives into a tailspin only to then be yanked away again. Yes, I remember the post from last year and to be honest I had pretty much given up hope (although the ache just doesn't ever go away does it?). Now I feel like the wound is fresh again and someone poured lemon juice in it. I was to the point in the healing process that it didn't claim my every waking moment, life goes on, I have a new job and a new life and then..... now I have to start all over again and it sucks even worse now because I was so close.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HSMom2One Posted December 29, 2009 Share Posted December 29, 2009 heartbreak. I am so sorry. Maybe the mom will change her mind. God can do anything He pleases. But he may be preparing you for other things. Oh yes, oh yes, oh yes! Nothing is impossible. Remember, things are not always as they appear. Blessings, Lucinda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kfamily Posted December 29, 2009 Share Posted December 29, 2009 :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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jazzyfizzle Posted December 29, 2009 Share Posted December 29, 2009 :grouphug: :grouphug: Just sending you our hugs.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jensway Posted December 30, 2009 Share Posted December 30, 2009 There are no words. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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