Sunday, May 25, 2008

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Hope your weekend has been great. I love this pic, I could scrap it a thousand different ways I think.


Friday we had to drive to our local USCIS office for Chloe to receive her COC. I thought that it was odd and that it should be mailed but when you get these offical letters you do what they say!~And as always it says do not contact us, etc etc...
So anyway I am up at 230 AM to get dressed and on the road by 4 to get to the USCIS office by 830AM. We lose an hour when we cross the state line as well. They are an hour ahead. When we get there they do indeed say she shouldn't be here. But then wanted to torture us with a 3 hour wait before handing over the COC. Fun Fun with Caitlyn in a waiting room you know...
I just kept thinking though, how I am sure the Chapman family would love for that to be the worst problem they had...waking up to go on a needless 3 hour trip. They have been on my heart so heavily the past few days. I just know they are still hoping to wake up from a terrible nightmare, but everyday they wake up and its real...:( I ask you to all continue to pray for their healing, prayers for others do matter. My friend Lynn from Somewhere In the Sun who has gone through the terrible loss of a child, assures me we are not wasting our breath in praying for them, that it is indeed strengthening them. Also if you have not done so, please consider giving to the Maria tribute fund. Lets show the Chapmans how much they mean to us and how grateful we are to them for all they have done for orphans around the world...Even a small donation from several adds up. Jesus admired the widow that gave her last two mites versus the man who gave from his purse full. Maria's Miracle Fund. If anyone has not seen the precious video of Maria here is the link she is so precious... Giving to this fund is an opportunity to help a child find their forever family.
Bless you all...Have a safe wonderful holiday.

 

posted by mommy24treasures at 11:37 AM

18 Comments:

  • Beautiful pictures. Sorry to hear about your unnecessary trip, but it sounds like you've got a very good perspective on it. I, too, have had the Chapman family weigh heavily on my heart since Thursday. They have just touched so many people on many different levels. I continue to pray for them. Their faith is strong and they know God has a reason for calling Maria home, but I still can't imagine what they are going through. Thanks for the lovely post.

    By Blogger Michelle R Photography, at May 25, 2008 at 12:55 PM  

  • Sorry about your wasted trip.
    Its true. What happened to Maria puts everything in perspective.
    I saw my sister go through the loss of the child. There is nothing worse.

    By Blogger Paula, at May 25, 2008 at 8:43 PM  

  • You are so right Connie! They've been on my mind too.. I can't imagine what they must be feeling!
    I know God hears our prayers for them & has already begun the healing process.
    Love & hugs,
    Keisha

    By Blogger Keisha, at May 25, 2008 at 10:06 PM  

  • I hope that you are having a wonderful holiday weekend. God Bless my friend.

    By Blogger redmaryjanes, at May 26, 2008 at 9:44 AM  

  • The picture is absolutely beautiful!!!! You a have a wonderful talent for taking great photos but of course your 'subject' makes it easy.

    I too have grieved for the Chapmans. Putting Bella to bed last night the thought came to me, that there is an empty bed in their home ~ I am sure that there is a remember of Maria in all that they do.

    Yesterday in my bible study I was reading Romans 8: 28 We know that all things work together for the good of those who love God; those who are called according to His purpose. My mind instantly went to this special family. I have no doubt that even in grief that is unimaginable to us God will bring some good.

    Have a blessed Memorial Day,

    Krista

    By Anonymous Anonymous, at May 26, 2008 at 9:50 AM  

  • I love the last photo, stunning..

    We continue to keep the Chapman's in our thoughts and prayers.Thank you for this post..

    By Blogger kerri, at May 26, 2008 at 12:57 PM  

  • She is so absolutley adorable. I love what you did with the scrapping too. I too have been thinking about the Chapman Family. I really think about them when I am tucking Gracie in at night.

    By Blogger Nicole, at May 26, 2008 at 3:25 PM  

  • Been thinking lots about them too--just can't believe it. Such a precious photos...could definitely be scrapped in many different ways--and all beautiful.

    By Blogger Michelle, at May 26, 2008 at 6:48 PM  

  • You always have such beautiful pictures of sweet little Caitlyn and yes I have thought the same thing all weekend. This family remains in the forefront of my mind all day, it helps me to talk to God about them throughout the day. Praying for strength and peace for this most precious family is what they need.

    By Blogger The Byrd's Nest, at May 26, 2008 at 7:08 PM  

  • Love the pictures and your wording.....the C family was heavly on my heart and David's this past weekend as well. We decided to give to Maria's fund. We both did simliar posts.....hope you have a good week my friend!

    By Blogger Steffie B., at May 26, 2008 at 8:31 PM  

  • Breathtaking photos!

    By Blogger Ashley Winters, at May 26, 2008 at 9:03 PM  

  • I too have been thinking about the Chapman's constantly. I sat here last night googling for more information, more of what I am not sure. I came across a picture from the funeral with the little white casket and the family standing behind it. Just sat here bawling my eyes out. I can't even imagine the pain they are enduring.

    By Blogger A Crystal Garden, at May 26, 2008 at 9:11 PM  

  • Thank you for reminding us about how important it is to continue to pray for the Chapman family. The grieving doesn't end over night but I think so often the support from friends is often temporary during a loss. Praying is one way to show ongoing support...

    You are such a sweet person and the world is a better place because of you, Connie.

    Love,
    Lisa

    By Blogger Don and Lisa Osborn, at May 27, 2008 at 8:49 AM  

  • Great pictures of Caitlyn! She is more beautiful all the time. :) I too have had the Chapmans on my mind constantly. I heard a lot of SCC songs over the weekend. Sometimes I could listen...sometimes I turned it off. Cinderella started playing and I just couldn't take it. The tears started flowing and I stopped and prayed for them all.

    By Blogger Linette, at May 27, 2008 at 9:03 AM  

  • Wow Connie...we just seem to be on the same wavelength lately. I just made a scrapbook page with that same exact quote this weekend!

    The Chapman family has also been weighing so heavily on my mind and heart. Every time my kids do anything (good/bad), I think about the Chapmans and how I know their hearts are so broken and how they wish Maria was here to write on the walls, spill her milk, or have her ask "why" for the 500th time that day. I am still so concerned for their son and how he will handle the days ahead. I pray somehow God will lighten the burden for him, because that is a lot for a young man to carry for the rest of his days.

    There is so much sadness and suffering in the world right now. So many people and situations that need our prayers. It is almost overwhelming.

    I hope to see you soon, Connie.

    Take care,
    Jan

    By Blogger Steve and Jan, at May 27, 2008 at 9:30 AM  

  • The pic is like a breath of fresh air....
    Then I read the post.... at first I felt so bad for you and just indignate.... then you spoke of the Chapman family and I am humbled.... there is a lesson of wisdom and truth in your words. We should thank the Lord for EVERYTHING.... praise Him for even the inconviences..... How utterly heartbreaking it would be if we no longer had a need for these inconviences.... also, thank you for sharing what your friend said about the power of prayer. Even though I know it is true I needed to be reminded... I hurt so deeply for this family. I have been praying for them but I just feel like I want to somehow ease their suffering... thank you for the reminder that I am... we all are when we pray. As I know that Jesus is the only one who will be able to truly comfort them and ease their pain.
    Love you friend,
    Daleea

    By Blogger Jewels of My Heart, at May 27, 2008 at 9:26 PM  

  • You really put things into perspective.
    I have had the Chapmans on my heart ever since the terrible tragedy. I lift them up in prayer several times a day....anytime I think of them.

    The little things that happen that may be a slight inconvience to us....could be prayers answered and precious time together to someone else.

    That link you added of Maria and Steven doing the dishes is absolutely priceless. What a precious child. So full of smiles and laughter.
    I know they look so forward to that great family reunion with Maria they will have in Heaven some day!!

    By Blogger Jennifer, at May 27, 2008 at 11:04 PM  

  • I love all the photos of your treasures. I don't think there is a family in the adoptive community that heart doesn't break for that family. It sounds like they have alot of people praying for them. I know we have. This incident really hit home for us, with a young teenage son that is driving and our little AC. I couldn't imagine our world without her and the thought of what a teenager that age may think is scary. I pray that God gives him the peace and the strength to get through this and he realizes that accidents happen. God had a reason for calling Maria home. We don't know what it is, but he did. Everytime I think about it, I cry.

    By Blogger Lisa, at May 28, 2008 at 4:14 PM  

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