It seems like each day this week has just flown by... and I don't feel like I can account for much... not sure why that happened.
I am enjoying the season though. Added some Christmas decor pics for ya'll... just wanted to share a little piece of my home and surroundings.
We are in the process of being considered as a foster home for an African boy who needs to come to the US for nine months for a couple of surgeries at our local Shriners Hospital... I'm in the middle of a huge application. It asks all sorts of questions the likes of which I haven't had to answer in years. I'm plugging away at it. And we're getting very excited about the possibility of having this little boy in our home... I'll keep you posted on the progress.
I've had Africa on my heart for the last year, and this feels like one little tangible way we can be involved in God's work there. It's just one child, but it feels like a good fit for us, considering our experience with foster care over the years, both as parents and supporters of foster parents. I never cease to be amazed at how God brings people to us to love... I feel blessed to be able to serve this way. What a privilege.
Company for dinner tonight... a young couple we're mentoring.
I'm serving chicken parmesan with garlic buttered noodles, sauteed green beans and candy cane brownies. I picked up a bottle of white wine and some parmegiano-reggiano this afternoon and now I need to get into the kitchen and get to work.
Hope you're all having a lovely weekend.
I am enjoying the season though. Added some Christmas decor pics for ya'll... just wanted to share a little piece of my home and surroundings.
We are in the process of being considered as a foster home for an African boy who needs to come to the US for nine months for a couple of surgeries at our local Shriners Hospital... I'm in the middle of a huge application. It asks all sorts of questions the likes of which I haven't had to answer in years. I'm plugging away at it. And we're getting very excited about the possibility of having this little boy in our home... I'll keep you posted on the progress.
I've had Africa on my heart for the last year, and this feels like one little tangible way we can be involved in God's work there. It's just one child, but it feels like a good fit for us, considering our experience with foster care over the years, both as parents and supporters of foster parents. I never cease to be amazed at how God brings people to us to love... I feel blessed to be able to serve this way. What a privilege.
Company for dinner tonight... a young couple we're mentoring.
I'm serving chicken parmesan with garlic buttered noodles, sauteed green beans and candy cane brownies. I picked up a bottle of white wine and some parmegiano-reggiano this afternoon and now I need to get into the kitchen and get to work.
Hope you're all having a lovely weekend.
When you mentioned the African boy, I immediately thought of you praying for how you can be used in relation to that continent. So cool, Cathy. So cool.
ReplyDeleteYour Christmas decor is gorgeous. I love the baby shoes (or toddler shoes). Adorable touch.
Your house is beautiful Cathy. I love all your Christmas things. And I think it is wonderful that you are so willing to open your heart and your home to little ones in need. I pray that you will be as blessed as the one(s) you take in!!
ReplyDeleteCathy, how wonderful that would be. I'll be praying for you too. Love the photos, all of them. :)
ReplyDeleteIt looks so nice! Wow wish I was coming over for dinner..sounded fabulous! Have you heard about the RED thang going on with the GAP! Love it tons!! I've bought a lot of those clothes and I love that half of the proceeds go to Africa...I think that everyone will get a t-shirt for Christmas!!
ReplyDeleteLove ya