In the meantime...

It's been almost two months since we've seen our little boy's face. The time has flown considering the month of December is always crazy. And this month we have been looking forward to Jan 23 (our MOWCYA court date). We will be praying that a positive letter is written for our family. MOWCYA was behind last week on their letter writing so the families who had court dates last week didn't hear anything. Please pray with us that there will be big movement in Ethiopia this week! While we sleep Tuesday nite, the courts will be in session (they are 8 hrs ahead-see time travel is possible ;)) If the letter isn't there for Wed then it should be shortly thereafter. Once we get the positive letter we will be able to start planning our first trip to ET. We can't wait to see our little man in person!! We had someone in our adoption group travel this past week and she was able to take a video and get pics of Mr. T for us. Priceless. He is an adorable little boy with an infectious smile and bright eyes. In the video he kept waving, blew us a kiss and said, "Hiya Mama!" We have lost count of how many times we have watched it. We can not wait to share him with you all!! We have been learning a few words in his language to be able to comfort him and take care of his needs. It has been very interesting to say the least :) Please continue to pray for Mr. T and our family that the Lord would prepare our hearts for all that is about to happen in the next few months. Also be praying tomorrow that we would have a positive letter from MOWCYA to move forward with our court date. If any of you are led, we will also be taking donations for the orphanage there. Current Priority Transition Home Needs Child-sized cotton blankets Foam/Rubber (lightweight) soccer/playing balls for toddlers Diaper cream, specifically with zinc oxide (Desitin or Boudreaux's) ***HIGH PRIORITY Clothing and shoes for children ages 8-14 ***HIGH PRIORITY Warm clothing-sweatshirts, long-sleeved shirts, etc. Bath towels for children*** HIGH PRIORITY Antibacterial hand gel (40oz containers available at Wal-Mart for $5 and personal containers) Small sized diapers Baby bottles and nipples Vitamin D drops Unscented baby wipes ***please note, unscented/sensitive skin wipes are the only type used*** Orphanage and Transitional Home General Donation Needs Toothpaste and toothbrushes Scrubs for nurses and nannies Crocks for nurses and nannies General first aid items Powder-free gloves for nannies and TH doctor DVD and VHS children’s videos-especially Christian videos and/or ones with singing/dancing Crocs for nannies Toiletry bags (small) for children’s personal hygiene items (one per child needed) Puzzles for young children Toy cars and trucks appropriate for toddler aged children Iron drops Diaper rash ointment (A+D preferred) Paper towels Children’s clothing (new or slightly used); Boys and Girls; sizes 0-8 years. Clothing needs include day clothes (especially pants), pajamas, underwear, and shoes. Diapers for up to 30 pounds Toys to stimulate babies such as colorful objects, rattles, etc. that are appropriate for babies up to 2 years Unscented baby wipes ***please note, unscented/sensitive skin wipes are the only type used*** Powder formula with DHA/RHA A + D Original Ointment, Diaper Rash and All-Purpose Skincare Formula Hand Sanitizer Candles Children’s Notebooks Enfamil or Similac Lactose free formula. *the following Generic Brands with identical nutritional value to Enfamil & Similac are also acceptable: 1. Parents Choice formula from Wal-Mart 2. Target’s generic Formula 3. Kirkland formula from Costco Soy based or other special formulas are also acceptable as long as they are one of the brands listed above. Medications/Medical Donation Needs** o Multivitamins o Tri-vi-sol (o to 6 months) o Poly-vi-sol (6 months to 2 years) o Chewable multi-vitamin (2 years to 9 years) o Adult multivitamin (9 years plus) o Tylenol (acetaminophen) o Infants o Children's o Suppository o Syringes for giving medicines (5mL) o Plastic and Latex disposable gloves o Baby nose saline spray o Neosporin o Mouth and nose masks o Benadryl liquid/elixir o Permetherin for scabies o Lice kits o Toothbrushes, toothpaste and dental floss **Please check the expiration date on all donation items as expired items will be discarded upon receipt and cannot be used. Feel free to contact me if you are interested in donating. If you would rather make a monetary donation we can use that toward buying supplies while we are in country. Thanks so much for blessing these kiddos!