Bringing the Kids Along
We have four kids. As you learned in the last post, we are working on adding #5. One of the biggest hurdles we worked through when deciding if we would move forward with adoption was how it would effect the four children we already have.
We have tried to help Easton and Catherine, at 6 years old, understand their place in all of this. We let them give input and opinion in an effort to make them feel like they have a say in the decision as well. They pray for their sister almost every night and are anxious to get her home. Even though they were on board, we still had concerns.
The same questions repeatedly entered the conversation as Erin and I worked through the decision.
Will it be hard on our kids? Yes. Will it cause us all to sacrifice? Yes. Will it be difficult to adjust? Yes. Does it make sense? Nope.
Then we began to really look at how we want to raise our children, and what we want them to know about God and the world when they leave our house and authority. Do we want them to think that life is easy? No. Do we want them to make sacrifices for the sake of the Gospel? Yes. Do we want them to live by faith? Yes.
What they will be learning about life, love, and the God who loves them unconditionally will overshadow any hardship that may come. At least, that is what we pray over them every night.
i love you guys! you are the best. and your kids are adorable. that is all.
Your hearts are so steadfast. This 5th child is in for much love, adventure, and a life full of truth, laughter, and hugs. I am excited to get to sit and read your life on the side lines. So lucky to know and call you my friends. I am excited for the added fun of the journey ahead with 5 children.
I’m satisfied by the way you brought out ideas. Thanks for sharing.