Sunday, December 20, 2015

Hayley Beth!

Four years ago today, (December 19th) Brent and I took Hayley to the court house and signed papers to finalize her adoption. So, today is what we call "Hayley's Adoption Day!" We celebrated God's Faithfulness last night with dinner with our family. Hayley asked for a "Winter Cake" so that's what I made. It was a white cake with snowflakes!

What a gift from God she is to our family! She is so affectionate, energetic and ALL GIRL! She loves dresses and even likes to wear them to the gym or to the park.  I have always enjoyed being her mom but the past few months with Hayley have been my favorite. Hayley loves to talk, loves to bake with me, loves to snuggle, and gives the best Hugs I have EVER had! One of my friend's calls her, "Spicy!" Another calls her, "Sassy!" She is a MESS! A FUN, LOVING MESS!! Pray for us to point her to Jesus!


She is starting to ask questions about God and it is good for my heart to stop and think about how to answer her questions. Some of her questions are, "Mom, is God real or pretend?" "Does Satan like lies?" "Does God want me to tell the truth?" "Am I a part of God's family like Ivy is?"

This morning was very special for us. We got to take Hayley to see her "full" biological brother. I am so thankful that God answered our prayers and allowed us to see him. I'm thankful that God has given him a loving, adoptive family. He is so sweet and looks a lot like Hayley.

Talking with Xander's adoptive mom and watching Hayley and her brother play today, was so good for me. God is faithful! He keeps His promises. He is Sovereign. God knew that we needed Hayley. God knew that Xander needed to be with his adoptive family as well.  It is so good for our souls to look back and see how God has blessed us!