We were able to attend church at the Kigali Vineyard today. We were so blessed to meet everyone. Dale and Chad preached and I actually got up and sang a song over the congregation. I was very scared and felt like crying because of God stirring my heart so much. I was glad I did it. I just had to give away what I felt God was saying.
In the afternoon Innocent took us in his taxi to the orphanage. What a crazy drive. I'm impressed it didn't totally ruin the suspension.
We finally arrived and got to meet Epimaque for the first time and the Lucas' baby girl Teresita. We were so overwhelmed with anticipation and happiness when we finally saw him walking towards us with one of the nuns. He was scared and excited at first. They explained we were his mama and papa. He warmed up and received us. He sat on my lap. I gave him a chewy candy and it took him about an hour to eat it because he was savoring it so much. He understands that we are his new parents. He even smiled for us. This is a big deal because we have been told that he doesn't smile. He even said, "papa" to Dale.
Tomorrow we will go back to the orphanage first thing, pick up the kids and our lawyer then head over to the Minister's office to get the final document so we can get passports done and be able finally have these two little ones all the time.
Yahooo what an adventure Adie! So thrilled for you all! What a special boy!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful shot of Papa and Epimaque.Happy Father and Mother's Day! Adrienne you must have been shedding buckets of joy. We are all fervently in prayer for you guys. It's quite the drive to the orphanage. I closed my eyes!
ReplyDeleteEpimaque has a sweet smile on his face in the picture with Dale. Looks and sounds like he is excited to be with you guys. Pray all is smooth tomorrow.
ReplyDeleteI'm so excited, I'm crying! And the pictures are so precious! Happy daddy's day eh? Praying hard, and can't wait to see you all home! xox Jen
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