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Adopting, Fostering, Already adopted…or love someone that is?

Here is a GREAT resource from Tapestry–41 videos empowering you to better raise adopted/fostered children: http://www.vimeo.com/tapestry. You can visit the Tapestry website here: http://tapestry.irvingbible.org/ Bookmark this site as it’s a great resource for anyone who has adopted or is considering adopting or fostering! Be blessed!

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Asher Collie - April 24, 2010 - 1:07 am

Thanks dear! Much appreciated!

mitzi - April 26, 2010 - 2:57 pm

We are going to an intense pilot training for part of this curriculum during the summer for Tapestry!!! It’s 8 weeks long and is going to be AWESOME!!! BTW, are you coming to Summit???
mitzi mcbride

AHHH!

I’m such a freak! In posting the pics of the nursery…I accidentally uploading a picture frame with Isaac’s picture with him not blurred out! We aren’t supposed to post pics…so I took that one down of course. Now…if you happened to see it—you got a 5 minute accidental sneak peak if you were looking closely. […]

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Jenny - April 23, 2010 - 7:42 pm

Oh man… I wish I would’ve looked earlier to catch a sneak peak at little man:) The nursery is RIDICULOUS! I LOVE it!

Megan - April 23, 2010 - 7:50 pm

If I didn’t miss the sneak peek, I totally didn’t notice! Wierd!

julie@Flitterbugs - April 23, 2010 - 8:46 pm

Stink, I must have missed the 5 minute mark! I was closely scanning the room….I SOOOO wanted to catch a glimpse of your little guy!

Tara Neal - April 23, 2010 - 9:11 pm

I totally stared at that picture because I knew you were going to catch it and take it down! You have been updating us so much on his milestones and how well he is doing, that I was DYING to see what the little sweetie looked like! Let me just say that he is adorable!!

Shannon - April 24, 2010 - 3:06 am

I loved it and totally stared too! He is beautiful, how do you not look at his darling picture all day long?! The nursery is amazing and I’m blown away by your energy! Maybe if I send my husband out of town for a couple days I might get a project finished:)ha, ha…doubt it!

melissa - April 24, 2010 - 11:22 am

I got to see him yesterday!! He is soooo beautiful! I thought is was strange that there was a picture of him, but then I saw someone comment to tell you about his picture, so I knew you would have to take it done. He is definitely adorable!

Lena - April 24, 2010 - 3:40 pm

I saw him! I was wondering if you were aware of that but made sure to get a close look while I could! ๐Ÿ™‚ Congratulations Andrea. What a beautiful boy!

Nikki - April 24, 2010 - 10:47 pm

Saw it… loved it… what a precious little man! ๐Ÿ˜‰

My Surprise!

OK…so have you been curious what I’ve been sneaking around about?! Well…the hubby had to leave bright and early on Tuesday morning for business trip. With 3 kids under 5…soon to be 4 kids under 5:-)…and having a hubby that travels a bit—I tell myself that I have 2 choices. I can “woe is me” […]

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Anna Morgan - April 23, 2010 - 1:45 pm

Andrea,
Great job Mamma! I pray for your family all the time. I am so excited for you all and for little Issac! God is great!
Take Care!!!
Anna

Gini - April 23, 2010 - 1:55 pm

LOVVVVVVE It!!! Awesome room! ๐Ÿ™‚

angie - April 23, 2010 - 2:00 pm

IT IS ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL, andrea! i LOVE the light and airy color scheme! can’t wait to see it in person…and can’t wait to see isaac in the room!

just FYI – you posted his photo…oops! just thought i would give you a heads up so that you can bur out his sweet face (even though i could look at it all day!)

Emily Shupert - April 23, 2010 - 2:09 pm

LOVE LOVE LOVE how this space has been transformed! I am eagerly awaiting and praying for your sweet son! Had a dream about you guys a few nights ago as you minister to others and love them well….Blessings to this sweet baby and your entire family!

-emily

Shannon Bolton - April 23, 2010 - 2:12 pm

You did an awesome job on the nursery. Congratulations on the new edition to the family guys.

Jenn - April 23, 2010 - 2:12 pm

Beautiful!!! I LOVE IT! I saw those totes at Home Goods the last time I was there and did a double take…they are ridiculously cute!!!!

Great job!!
Jenn

Marci - April 23, 2010 - 2:14 pm

Can you see my big smile ! You are supplied with the energy from above…the nursery is soooo adorable. So excited for you all. Baby Isaac is being prayed for daily. I was in adoration this morning and talking to sweet Jesus and put my prayers on Him for baby Isaac to grow strong and healthy…peace rested on me..Baby Isaac is going to be just fine,healthy and strong.

Amy @ Filled With Praise - April 23, 2010 - 2:29 pm

You never fail to make me smile. Very impressive…I am sure your hubby has come to expect projects while he is gone ๐Ÿ™‚ I love it and I know Isaac will love it because his mommy and siblings put everything together for him with love. Now…bring on that court date ๐Ÿ™‚
Hugs,
Amy

Jenny - April 23, 2010 - 2:51 pm

you.are.SUPERWOMAN! you’re totally going to be able to handle 4 under 5!!! it looks AMAZING!!! and i love that your kids helped you ๐Ÿ™‚ so special!

Melanie Strobel - April 23, 2010 - 3:07 pm

YOU ARE ABSOLUTELY AMAZING LADY! Can’t wait for Isaac to sleep, dream and play with his siblings in his fancy, functional and fun room. Let’s get that kid home!!!

Elle J - April 23, 2010 - 3:15 pm

Awesome work, Andrea!! Love the window and the color choices. I can visualize you sitting in the chair snuggling Isaac with a book and a song.

Lara - April 23, 2010 - 3:45 pm

Precious! Love the canvas idea, those are adorable!

Becca Harley - April 23, 2010 - 3:56 pm

Andrea – I love it!! I think that instead of me coming down there for a girls night out – you need to come hear and do that for me!:)

JonesEthiopia - April 23, 2010 - 4:19 pm

It is completely beautiful!! WOW

Megan - April 23, 2010 - 4:33 pm

It looks amazing Andrea! Again, you are such an inspiration. I often feel so bummed about my husband’s work schedule and feel sorry for myself that I can’t get many projects done. My main excuse is that I don’t know how. But over the last couple months I have found myself just jumping into the unknown and being a hands on learner. YOU have been my inspiration…and this adoption. I feel like I’ve conquered a lot through this process and I’m becoming a lot more confident in myself.
Okay…enough rambling. You did great! I love it! Can’t wait to see more!!! =P

Natali - April 23, 2010 - 8:32 pm

you did an amazing job, andrea! wow. you’re so talented :))

Sallee Couch - April 23, 2010 - 9:05 pm

great job!! keep that energy going!

Sara - April 23, 2010 - 9:54 pm

That is sooooooooooooo pretty and wonderful!!!! And I am totally impressed! ๐Ÿ™‚

Kim - April 24, 2010 - 4:58 am

Gorgeous! Simply gorgeous!
So worthy of a Design on a Dime episode!
Love & Blessings from Hong Kong,
Kim

Shannon H - April 24, 2010 - 7:05 am

Andrea, the nursery looks amazing!!! You are amazing. Can you come decorate my house?

Betsy - April 24, 2010 - 4:57 pm

Love it Andrea! Now can you come do mine??!! I have most everything, except the motivation to get started. Maybe when I see her sweet face that motivation part will kick in!

Almost back:)

For those of you reading scripture alongside me this year…thank you for your patience. My hubby has been gone on biz for the past 3 days—he comes back in a few hours so I can say that now;)…and it’s been a crazy 3 days being solo. PLUS I decided to do a little surprise to […]

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Gini - April 22, 2010 - 11:25 pm

๐Ÿ™‚ That is funny! And can’t wait to hear/see the surprise! Have a good night! ๐Ÿ™‚

Megan - April 23, 2010 - 1:31 am

Aww…so sweet. What a heart on that boy!

Jenny - April 23, 2010 - 8:29 am

oh that’s so sweet!!! love that!

natali - April 23, 2010 - 9:01 am

Parker is soooo sweet!

Jenn - April 23, 2010 - 10:13 am

awww…what a sweet and tender heart ๐Ÿ™‚ That is SO sweet!

Jenn

MIA:)

If you haven’t heard from me…and it seems like I’m MIA…it probably just means I’m up to something. And it’s true;). I’m. up. to. something. Hee, hee. Soooo…this heart of mine has literally been aching for a court date—to get one step closer to bringing Isaac home. I’m border-line middle school girl staring at his […]

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Megan - April 22, 2010 - 1:37 am

Ok that’s EXTRA mean to do to someone who ALREADY has to go through the adoption wait. Meanie…

Kim - April 22, 2010 - 5:00 am

You are incredible. I want your creativity!
Looks like you’ve also updated your website (which I didn’t think could be improve)! Seriously, it is gorgeous … to match your beautiful family!
Can hardly wait til Friday’s surprise!
Oh how I love a surprise!
Love & Blessings from Hong Kong,
Kim

Jenn - April 22, 2010 - 9:03 am

I’m guessing that you’re doing the nursery? Am I right…am I right?? Probably way off base…

Have fun with whatever the project!!

Jenn

Betsy - April 22, 2010 - 2:58 pm

Hey Andrea! I sent you an email about possibly meeting up TOMORROW! I know you are super super busy, so it is totally fine either way, but I will be in Atlanta for a few hours tom., so email me if you want to to try to meet up ( I’m dying to see a picture of Isaac! )
Betsy (: