The idea for this came as I was driving home from our last court session (1/13) for the kiddos ...
Just as a reminder, we are in our first experience as foster parents and this case has been a roller coaster ride (physically and emotionally), to say the least! To make a long (long) story short, the judge basically gave the parent six months to accompolish what is necessary to be reunified with his children. I don't know what we expected, but when he said we would reconvene on July 6, 2012 my heart sank just a little. It just seems like so long for these children to wait for a permenant home and for someone to call "Mom and Dad". Once that day arrives, I'm almost certain there will be more waiting.
As I was beginning to become weary and beaten down thinking of the time we would have to wait to see if Dad is going to get his goals accompolished, a very kind note I received just a few days prior came to mind. The cover of the card has a soaring eagle on the front. Keep in mind these birds are highly protected and folks get in big trouble for killing them and for even disturbing the nests. The scripture under the large bird of prey read, "Those that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength. They shall mount up with wings like eagles." Isaiah 40:31 Ahhhh....instant relief. At the time all I could think of was..."those that wait on the Lord," but that was enough for me. I knew there was a great promise that followed. Once home, I ran right to my bag where my card is stored to read the rest of the verse. While waiting is difficult, I have peace that the children will be protected and if my "nest" is disturbed, the Lord will renew my strength!
I wonder if my dear friend even really paid much attention to the card she chose to send to me that day, but I know Someone that did!
