Steven (a.k.a. Bear) and Aiden

Girl of my dreams

October 22, 2007.................... October 22, 2009

It seems like just yesterday that my husband and I met Roxana on a beautiful October morning in Kazakhstan; at the same time, it feels like she’s always been with us. Two years have passed since we first gazed upon the beautiful child who would become our daughter. Those years have been filled with indescribable joy and a love which grows deeper with each passing day. We adore our sweet, curious, vivacious little girl!

Rhett and Scarlett

Too cool for school

Beautiful girls

The plan

We have investigated adoption programs, considered agencies, and evaluated our budget but have not yet officially started the adoption process. Before we do, we must demonstrate that we are able to generate necessary funds and maintain financial stability. We have saved enough money to cover one-third of the anticipated fees associated with adoption but need to raise as much of the remainder, approximately $20,000, as possible. If I conduct an average of two photography sessions each week during the projected two year wait, we will meet this goal.

In theory, this seems reasonable, but I am afraid to prove theory wrong. That's one reason I have put off starting this fund-raising project for two months. After all, if it fails, our hopes may disappear. I do not want to face such disappointment. I do not want to consider that possibility that our child will never find his or her way home because we cannot provide the way.

Yes, I lack faith in myself and confidence in my abilities. I realize I must put my faith in God and my confidence in His abilities. He can provide the way. I just need to give Him the chance!

So, I am, and I can't wait to see what happens.

Garrett & Myles

I had a great time photographing these adorable brothers and their parents on Saturday!

Soft start

Thank you for visiting my blog! Please check back periodically for sneak peaks of photo sessions and updates on our adoption jouney.