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When I received a call at work today from our agency, I knew it wasn't good news. We were not approved in court today. The MOWA letter, the paperwork from the Ethiopian government for which we were waiting, gave an "unfavorable" ruling. Our agency thinks this means that there is a paperwork problem, either with our paperwork or the children's paperwork. Girmachew, AWAA's in-country representative, will go to MOWA tomorrow to find out what the problem is. We do know that our next court date is December 28th.
I'm so very sad and disappointed. I broke down crying at work, multiple times, and am just so thankful that I work with people to whom I can go and ask for a hug. Gabe was out of cell signal, but now knows. He said that this is a good reminder that we are not in control. God is in control. It's true. I have no idea what will happen. Somehow, I have to trust that God is good and will do what is best for us and our children. We will hopefully know more tomorrow.
Thursday, December 13, 2007
Unsuccessful Court Date
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We are so SORRY!!! Big HUGS and lots of prayers.
the steigers
Wow, this is such hard news, I almost don't know what to say. I don't think anything can make this easier except your faith and each other. Lean on both and know we are all praying for you and here for you.
Andrea
I'm really sorry, guys! I'm praying for you. And of course, Gabe's got it right: the Lord has a purpose in this, and He will make sure you have your children in His time.
I am so sorry. I am praying for you guys, and for Girmachew to be able to get this taken care of asap. It's so hard to understand....but you are right God will do what is best.
Tisha
Penelope, I am so very sorry. I feel terrible for flying to the yg to celebrate without ever considering that not every family was approved as planned. My heart breaks for you and Gabe right now. May Girmachew get news quickly and set your mind at ease. I promise to pray for you to hear a full report tomorrow.
Merica
I have been following your blog for a couple of months now, and I truly feel your disappointment. We experienced many disappointments and I cried SO many times before we finally traveled to meet our son two months ago. My husband would say a similar thing, that it is in GOD'S hands and GOD'S timing (not mine)...I didn't like it at the time...it's so hard. But it's true! May you experience God's comfort today as you wait again.
Mary Catherine
Penelope-
Just so you know for sure, this does not mean the judge is not approving the adoption. Our agency (CWA) told us that this happens about 30% of the time. The judge just wants more paperwork from either the orphanage or the Ministry there. NO worries. Keep the faith...It's a long road, but it will be over before you know it. PRAYING for you all.
Penelope, my heart just hearts right now. Continuing to pray!
You and your family are so precious- we hate to see you go through this. We are lifting you up today, and will continue to until your next court date. God's peace to you.
Praying for the Peace of God that passes all understanding to surround your heart and mind...
Penelope,
Please know my prayers are with you two. Remember you have lots of people all over praying for your 2 little ones to come home soon.
Love,
Holly
Dearest Carpenters,
We are crying with you and holding your hands through this very difficult day!! We are so sorry that the court date was not successful, but we will not stop praying until this situation is resolved. Gabe IS RIGHT!!! As awful as all this must feel, God is in control. YG will come together as an army and pray/fast for you all on the 28th!!! We love you both!!!!
Roger & Kari
I am so heart broken for you guys! I expected to come home today and celebrate with you. So very sad but ever more determined to pray this things through!
With SO much love,
Jen
We are SO sorry you are having to go through this. Praying for you tonight as you hold eachother and cling to Him.
Pete and Melissa Juvinall
This breaks my heart. We will continue to pray for a sucessful court hearing!
xxoo
candy
DEAR CARPENTERS, I HAVE BEEN READING YOUR BLOG FOR A COUPLE OF MONTHS SINCE MY SON AND DAUGHTER IN LOVE ARE ALSO ADOPTING FROM ETHIOPIA. I HAVE BEEN SO ENCOURAGED PENELOPE BY THE WAY YOU MINISTER TO OTHERS THRU YOUR BLOG AND THE SUPPORT THAT YOU HAVE GIVEN SO MANY FAMILIES. TODAY I HAVE SHED TEARS FOR YOU BOTH AND FEEL THE PAIN AND DISAPPOINTMENT OF YOUR NEWS. EVEN THOUGH I DO NOT KNOW YOU PERSONALLY I WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT MY HUSBAND AND I WILL BE LIFTING YO UP BEFORE THE FATHER. WE EXTEND OUR LOVE TO BOTH OF YOU. PUNKIE AND MARK CALDWELL
Penelope,
I'm so sorry dear. I was heartbroken to hear your news. I'm crying with you, wishing I was in NY to let you cry on my shoulder, dear cyber friend. You are always so kind and encouraging to me, I wish there was something I could do to encourage you.
I'm having a hard time understanding God's timing with our adoption fundraising. It's a challenge to trust God's timing, but yet He has a plan for you and Gabe. He has a plan for your sweet little ones. He sanctifies us as we wait on Him. We are praying for you right now. May He pour down showers of blessings on your family.
Much Love,
Abby
praying for you!!!
Hi there. I just wanted to pop in and say I am thinking of you guys today. Dustin and I have such heavy hearts for you right now.
Love,
Jen
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