Well, today was the day that we were going to meet our new daughter. The day that Abi was going to become a big sister. But sometimes life takes some very unexpected and heartbreaking turns.
Wednesday afternoon we got the call to come on down to Las Vegas as they were going to be inducing the baby in a few days. But on Thursday afternoon we got another call that the birth mother had changed her mind and decided to keep the baby. She had severed contact with our adoption agency so there is no way there will be another change for placement. The agency advised us to try to move on and just head home.
We are obviously broken-hearted, but know that this is a major decision for the birth mother to make. One that we will never fully comprehend, and one that we can not bully her into making in our favor. We just pray that she will be able to take care of and provide for that baby.
We know that good things are headed our way in the future and we are managing to stay upbeat. Like I had mentioned before God is good and I know He has a plan for our little family.
Best,
Missy
Lots of hugs and prayers for you and for the baby that was almost yours. Hopefully both of your lives will be full of love.
ReplyDeleteI've been thinking about you Missy, and praying that you're finding some measure of peace and comfort. I know how hard it is to have an adoption placement fall through. I know you don't know me, but if you EVER need to talk to someone who has been there/done that, please email me!
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