Today was a day of celebration because we finalized the adoption of Emily and Ashley. Thanks to many of you who took the time out of your day to help us celebrate.
Six months ago we weren't sure if we would be ready for this day, but in God's kindness he has knitted our hearts together as a family, and so this morning as the judge signed the paper work, there was great joy in all our hearts as we legally enfolded Emily and Ashley into our family. You can watch the actual signing of the decree below, but I love these series of quotes from the judge as she was explaining this process to the big kids in language they could understand:
"It's like magic...Once I sign this, the department of health will issue a new birth certificate for Emily and Ashley that says they were born to your mom. Isn't that like a miracle that we can do this with papers...So if someone in the future looks them up, they will see (recorded in their birth certificate) they were born to your mom. Isn't that cool! This decree once I sign it says, 'the twins are yours forever and ever, and that can never change.'"
I couldn't help but reflect on the gospel. Once we are enfolded into God's family and adopted as sons and daughters in Christ, we are His forever and ever and that can never change.
4 comments:
WooHoo! Praise God! What a journey the past few months have been. Thank you for reminding us what a privilege it is to be adopted into God's forever family! I look forward to many years of watching Emily and Ashley grow physically and spiritually.
Exciting! What a day of celebration for all in the Sanchez family! love from all the Dressels
Praise God for your faithfulness in following the steps He laid out for your family!
How incredible!
-Christi & The Lifesong Staff
LOVE this. And loved catching up with you two a bit in Spokane. Thanks for your candid reflections and wisdom. We appreciate you!
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