Come what may and love it

We learned recently that the baby girl we hoped and planned to adopt in November will not be coming to our home. It has not been an easy road. Like many difficult trials, what may seem simple and straightforward turned into a long road full of highs and lows.

Joseph B. Wirthlin said:

"Learning to endure times of disappointment, suffering, and sorrow is part of our on-the-job training. These experiences, while often difficult to bear at the time, are precisely the kinds of experiences that stretch our understanding, build our character, and increase our compassion for others.

Because Jesus Christ suffered greatly, He understands our suffering. He understands our grief. We experience hard things so that we too may have increased compassion and understanding for others."

He then gave the advice that his mother gave him after a difficult experience: "Come what may and love it."

To so many family and friends that have offered countless prayers, kind words and have told others we are hoping to adopt, thank you! 

We are starting our search again. If you know anyone who may know someone considering adoption, please pass along our adoption blog and profile.

Love,

Ty, Rebecca and Jack