As is.......

A couple of weeks ago I had an appointment at the attorney's office to sign all the paperwork so that we could send in the petition for a court date for the adoption. When I got back to work I was beyond excited! I was trying to explain to all of them what all was going on and in the process said that I had paid for the adoption and we should know a court date within a week. So, one co-worker laughingly said, "So, she is bought and paid for?" Another good natured worker jibbed, "Did the purchase come with a return policy?" My answer was, "No, this was as-is, all sales are final." To which everyone, including me, thought was wildly funny.

Anyone who has adopted a child, not an infant, knows that these kids have some issues. Some have major issues to overcome and some can overcome theirs quite easily. All of my foster parent friends and also the ones who have adopted say that these aren't "normal" children. We don't mean it to be mean but it is just the truth. My cousin, he says that is what makes us love them more. He is right. When you look at a 4 year old and you know that they have been through more in their 4 little years of life than you have in 3o.....well it is amazing. They are survivors, they are fighters, they are remarkably resilient. These kids are literally walking miracles in my eyes. I would not give Morgan for a biological "normal" child for anything. I love my little girl. I love her not because she is perfect but because she is....well her! She is perfect just the way that she is.

As time goes by and I think about this conversation I think.......What if we were bought and paid for with a return policy? What if God returned us because of our flaws, and trust me if you are like me you have plenty! Luckily our God loves us faults and all. Luckily he paid the price for all of us with no exceptions, no qualifications. We didn't have to be "normal"..... whatever that is anyway. Thank God,Praise Him!

So, I guess that I should tell you that last Friday we found out the date for the adoption and........

On June 8th, the Monday before Morgan's birthday, the above will become a reality!!!! I cried....a lot. I was overwhelmed when I got the letter. It was late and I couldn't really call and tell everyone. So, I just talked to my Mom until we both calmed down a little.

Yep, on June 8th this little one....

will become.......

Morgan Kate Gravitt

For this day I have prayed for a long time friends. It is through the encouragement and prayers of my friends and family that I have made it through this process. I have heard it said that motherhood, no matter how it comes to you, is a miracle. I have to say that I whole-heartedly agree! I love you all!