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"…Now therefore, O God, strengthen my hands." Nehemiah 6:9

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Bountiful Harvest

by Steph // Friday, August 1, 2014 // Comments off
The Lord is blessing the children’s efforts in the gardens this year! They had this bean pickin’ party while we were still in China. I could not believe all those beautiful green beans! The girls have already made some fresh... Continue reading →

Enjoying Our Days

by Steph // Thursday, July 31, 2014 // Comments off
We headed outside this afternoon as a distraction to keep Eliza (and her Mama!) awake during the afternoon. It was a beautiful day here! Do you think these brothers of hers are smitten? The smiles come easy for her brothers... Continue reading →

An Ugly Monster Called Jet Lag

by Steph // Thursday, July 31, 2014 // Comments off
Here is what we were doing at 1:00 a.m…… 2:00 a.m…….. 3:00 a.m……. My body is at war with itself…..I cannot imagine how little Eliza must feel. We are having a hard time finding things she will eat. The oatmeal... Continue reading →

HOME SWEET HOME

by Steph // Wednesday, July 30, 2014 // Comments off
I. cannot. believe. it. More about our exhausting journey and incredible welcome home later…… Continue reading →

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Our Arrows

Eliza Claire//Age 14
Tate Owen // Age 15
Lane Stevan // Age 18
Chad and Kailey
Scottie and Addie
Grant and Kamryn (and baby Saylor)
David, Kayla, and grandbabies: Clyde Strength (11), Ellie Joy (10), and River Salem (9), Briar Promise (7), Aspen Praise (5), Saige Grace (3), Goldie Hayes (1).

Bringing Home Tate


August 27, 2014: Application sent to Lifeline

October 2, 2014: Tate's file locked

October 3, 2014: Letter of Intent sent to China!

October 11, 2014: Pre-approval

October 30, 2014: Home Study Update complete

November 26, 2014: Supplement 3 received at USCIS

January 24, 2015: USCIS clearance (received February 3)

March 13, 2015: DTC!!!

March 23, 2015: LID!!!

May 19, 2015: LOA!!!

May 27, 2015: I-800 Submitted

June 8, 2015: I800 Receipt received

June 22, 2015: Received a pink-slip from USCIS. We have a mistake!

July 6, 2105: I800 Approval

July 8, 2015: Cable Letter received!

July 8, 2015: Article 5 Dropped Off!

July 10, 2015: Article 5 Picked Up!

July 14, 2015: Travel Approval!!!!

July 15, 2015: Consulate Appointment Confirmed!!

July 23 - August 7, 2015: Trip to China!

July 27, 2015: Tate's Day!!!!

Bringing Home Eliza


July 1, 2013: Application sent to Lifeline

October 3, 2013: Home Study complete

October 23, 2013: I800A received at USCIS

December 4, 2013: Eliza's referral!!!!

December 9, 2013: Letter of Intent sent to China!

December 20, 2013: Pre-approval

January 30, 2014: USCIS clearance (received February 3)

February 21, 2014: DTC!!!

March 6, 2014: LID

April 28, 2014: LOA!!!

May 14, 2014: I800 Approval

May 22, 2014: Cable Letter received!

May 29, 2014: Article 5 Dropped Off!

June 16, 2014: Article 5 Picked Up!

June 26, 2014: Travel Approval!!!!

June 27, 2014: Consulate Appointment Confirmed!!

July 11 - July 24, 2014: Trip to China!

July 29, 2014: Finally home from China after U.S. Consulate Computer Crash!

July 14, 2014: Eliza's Day!!!!

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