The daughter that God called us to has paraplasia ossium of the limbs. We contacted our pediatrician and a bone specialist. This diagnosis does not translate into english. It appears by her measurements she is EXTREMELY small for her age. She has limb differences and may have a form of dwarfism. Once again this is a step of faith for us. We know without a doubt that this is the child God called us to. Until we get her home we are not sure of her accurate diagnosis or potential treatments. We are 100% okay with that.... we are choosing to trust God.
As of today, we are anxiously awaiting our I 800 approval. Every day the most exciting moment comes as I stand in front of my mailbox anticipating the receipt of wonderful news. Any day.... Any day......
Once we receive that approval we move on to the next waiting phase...... A letter from NVC (National Visa Center) will be forwarded to the consulate in China........
One thing is for certain, God has shown Jason and I a new understanding of patience and trust. It is such an interesting feeling; to be in love with a girl that we have never met before. Our family talks about Josie every day. We pray for her....we long for her. She is already such a integral part of each of our lives, yet she may have no idea what lays ahead for her.
We were blessed to learn (from my dear friend) of a third party source in China named Red Thread China that delivers packages to your waiting child in an orphanage. We were able to send some gifts and a photo album with family portraits. I am praying that she has access to this album and is able to see her new family.
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