I'll be honest. I was dreading today. World Down Syndrome Day is always on 3.21 because there are three copies of the 21st chromosome and that is what results in a person having Down Syndrome. It's a day I was hoping to celebrate as the "official" mommy of Kirill. As far as I'm concerned, I'm already his mommy, but legally...well, you know that story.
But when I woke up this morning, I wasn't hopeless. I actually felt rejuvenated and encouraged. God has granted us exactly what we've needed over the past few days. It's been really awesome to feel every moment, God just giving us what we need to make it to the next minute. It's given us clarity and focus like never before. So today, he knew we needed to work on the appeal and write and make phone calls.
Greg and I started the day with a two-hour drive each way to our state's capital to get documents apostilled for our appeal. What better way to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day that taking the steps we need to take to fight for our son's rights to a family? We Fed-Ex'd them to K's country and it was like this huge sigh of relief to know we got them headed in the right direction.
The rest of the day I've spent writing and calling everyone I can think of that might be able to help us. I've been so encouraged at the way Kirill's story is spreading. I can't keep up with all the blog posts being dedicated to him. He's been on two websites that I know of for orphan advocacy groups. It's really so incredible to think about...this tiny boy who can't even talk is being raised up to the highest place and giving a powerful testimony to the CREATOR OF THE UNIVERSE. If you know of a blog or website where our story has been posted, please comment with the link. I'm trying to cross-post them all on Facebook to keep spreading the word about our son.
I'm just amazed at the story God is writing through Kirill. Comparing our plans to God's plans are like comparing cheap paperback novels to fine literature. His stories are so much better than anything we could ever come up with on our own.
So Happy World Down Syndrome everyone! We hope that you will spend some time in prayer for our Kirill and our adoption. Our story is still being written...it isn't over yet!
And I , for one, feel honored to be a part thru prayer! Honored and privileged to be praying for y'all!
ReplyDeleteThere are many, many people praying for you and your son! People like me (whom you don't even know, but I have a son w/DS) who are lifting you up, writing blogs about you, and spreading the word for your son!!
ReplyDeleteHey! I just wanted to stop by and let you know I'm praying for you guys! ~McKenna
ReplyDeletehttp://bound4life.com/blog/2011/03/21/judge-says-down-syndrome-child-better-off-in-institution
ReplyDeleteSo glad you can actually feel the God's grace on you! Continuing to pray.
I posted today here:
ReplyDeletehttp://babynumber10.blogspot.com/2011/03/celebrating-world-down-syndrome-day.html
My family and I have been praying our hearts put for you :)
Our Orphan Justice Center site posted a story on Kirill. We are standing with you in prayer,,, believing for justice on Kirill's behalf!
ReplyDeleteI blogged it.
ReplyDeletehttp://clarkchatter.blogspot.com/2011/03/praying-and-weeping.html
Happy World Down Syndrome Day to you too Tesney!! I have blogged about your story, and shared it at the women's retreat I was at this past weekend. Your little guy has TONS of prayers flying up for him!! Hang in there... God is in control. Hugs & Prayers!!
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you are feeling sustained and encouraged. I am standing with you in prayer, knowing that your yielded hearts leave the gates wide open for God to move. May His will be done!
ReplyDeleteIt has been quite amazing to see how Kirill's story is spreading around the world. It really renews my faith. My son Danny and I (and our entire family) are praying for you. I don't blog, but I have posted on my FB page..and I can tell you I have read about it on TONS of FB pages and blogs :)
ReplyDeleteYour family and this situation are in my prayers many times a day.
ReplyDeleteSarah
Can't wait to see him come home!
I admire you and pray along with you to bring this precious boy home.
ReplyDeleteHere:
ReplyDeletehttp://www.nogreaterjoymom.com/2011/03/plea-for-help.html
My heart aches for you. As an adoptive mom I know the highs and lows of the process. However, I cannot imagine the pain you must have felt in that courtroom. I hope you do not mind me posting your story on my facebook page.
ReplyDeleteLet me know what I can do, I would love to help.
Melissa Crawford
Tesney,
ReplyDeleteWe will keep lifting you up in prayer as your journey continues....I am amazed at your strength through this process. May God continue to give you the strength, resources, and comfort as you fight for your son!!! Our God CAN move mountains! Thank you for showing us all more of Jesus Christ IN ACTION.
Christy Brockman
HI,
ReplyDeleteYou and Kirill were added to our prayer list and many of us are praying daily for him to be able to come home to you ASAP :)
God Bless,
Lee Ann
Tesney- I was on the way to California with Bethany when she told me about the judge's decision. I have been praying, and will continue to pray that the judge will change her mind and you will be able to bring your son home.
ReplyDeletePraying for you guys & for your son - and I've called out to lots of prayer warriors to join in as well.
ReplyDeleteJenn in Georgia
http://littleboydove.blogspot.com
Tesney, I am praying that all your prayers are answered! I blogged your and Kirell's story here: onceuponayear.com/blog/
ReplyDeleteAS an adoptive mother of four children (and sharing the same home state) My heart and prayers go out to you....Praying....
ReplyDeleteI blogged it. Praying for you.
ReplyDeletehttp://hansonsdallas.blogspot.com/2011/03/adoption.html
Praying you are reunited with your son, sooner than you think!!
ReplyDeletehttp://ourduffydays.blogspot.com/2011/03/in-times-of-prayer.html