Wish #58

Wish #58 is from the Hopkins Family.  They have been so supportive.  Their wish was a song by Michael McLean, "From God's Arms to My Arms to Yours".  They gave us their wish with a whole book of songs with the Michael Mclean CD about adoption.  These songs are from the perspective of the baby, the biological parents, and the adoptive family.  It made me cry right away.  It is so touching and I love to have it.  Thank you!

Wish #57

Wish #57 is from Matt and Carly Rudberg.  Their wish is for her to hurry home!  What a great wish!!  We have been wishing the same thing but we are unable to get an update on our timeline from our agency. It is frustrating and hard to deal with.  All we know is that it could be any day but we wish it was today.

Wishes #51 - #56

Wishes #51 - #56 are from numerous individuals at my Nana's Assisted Living Facility.  When she passed away they wanted to complete a wish since she didn't get the chance to.  My mom and I did a craft day with them and this is what we created.  A few more are on there way.  She will appreciate the support.

Wish #50

Wish #50 is from Brad Camphouse and family.  He was dear enough to inform her that I beat him up when we were younger.  What a great example!  He gave her a great wish "Don't Sweat the Small Stuff".  I am so lucky to have him and his beautiful family in our lives.  Thanks Bradley.

Wish #49

Wish #49 is from Paul and Shanda Nash Family!  They include a great Rith Hulbert Hamilton quote.  This quote is to remind us to time spend with her and appreciate each moment we have.  This is a great wish.

Wish #48

Wish #48 is from my Aunt Maria who did a wish for my Uncle Gary who passed away a few years ago.  This means so much to me.   The wish is that he will look down on her.

Wish #47

Wish #47 is from my Aunt Maria.  Her wish is that she will be loved and cherished by her family.  I will consider this wish granted.  We love her so much already.

Wish #46

Wish #46 is from the Mackey's and all of their girls! Their wish is for her to be happy and healthy.

Wishes #43 - #45

Wishes #43 - #45 are from the Boyce Family.  Each of the kids have a wish with the support of mommy and daddy.  Diane and I have been friends for a long time and I was lucky to have her as a roommate.  I am so happy for their family and we are grateful for all their support.

#44: Madison wishes her to "Have Faith in Every Footstep"
#45: Riley wishes she will remember where she came from as she is a daughter of Heavenly Father
#46: Tyler wishes for strong body and lifetime of good health

I cherish each wish and I know she will too!

Wish #42

Wish #42 is from Beth Smolko and her family.  We met in PA school and she adopted her little girl from Korea.  She has been a really big support through this process.  I love her poem. A Big Thanks to the Smolko Family!

Wish #41

Wish #41 from the Schmidt Family.  Samantha is my best friend and her family has been a second family to me since I was in elementary school.  Dennis and Eliza provided material from Samantha's old pillow. Their wish included, "We Trust God is going to give you his best because you have left the choice with him".  She will be so blessed to join the Schmidt family and have Olivia as a friend.

Wish #40

Wish #40 is from Mary Shaw.  She has been such an inspiration to me over the years and I was so happy to get her wish.  "May balloons and butterflies go with you throughout your life."  Her fabric is from Hawaii.

Wish #39

Wish #39 is from Kim Ashley.  Her wish is for a long life of blessing.  I love her great Snoopy material.

Wish #38

Wish #38 is from Great Aunt Raedene, Great Uncle Lyle, Cousins BJ and Melissa.  They sent a beautiful poem "Dear Sweet Daughter" which is about adoption and explains many of our feelings during this Waiting time.  They wish for us to be great parents.  I hope and pray we are.

Wish #37

Wish #37 is from Melissa Jensen.  She sent a poem to her cousin, "Today I Kissed an Angel".  My favorite line is A family by a miracle blessed by this angel child.  She will truly be a miracle.