Isaac's eye surgery went well. When the doctor was finished, he came out and said had they waited any longer, it may have been too late. Within the last week and then the last few days, his eyes had gotten considerably worse--almost unrepairable. The doctor will re-evaluate his eyes again in a week. I pray his eyes will be completely healed and that he will make a full recovery.
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I know to some people, what we're doing doesn't make sense. It seems strange that we would knowingly adopt a child who may have significant disabilities. Who may die. Because that is still a very real possibility. Jason and I talk often, and talked again tonight, about whether we were both still in agreement that Isaac is our son. We both know without a shadow of a doubt, that he is ours. There is nothing that anyone can say or do that will change our minds. Because it's not really a mind decision it's a faith decision. As a couple, we have one main goal. That goal is to live a life that glorifies Christ. To us, that means listening to what the Holy Spirit speaks to our hearts and then following through. God very clearly spoke to us about each of our children--just like he speaks to us about our family and friends and neighbors--about where we can help and how to love. I do not know what our lives will look like in 2 days, 2 weeks or 2 months. But I know right now, we're doing exactly what God wants us to be doing. It isn't always easy and it isn't always difficult. It just is. And we both believe that God is using our circumstances to bring us nearer to Him and to share His love with others. If a Christian steps out in faith and believes that is what they're doing, there really isn't a choice to make. Because if you trust God, he's leading you. You're not choosing, your choice was to follow and He will direct your paths. Here's what I'm saying. We did not choose Isaac. Or Hannah. Or Moriah. We chose to trust God in the area of children and he placed them in our lives. And because He chose them for us, He placed in our hearts the love for them. We trust God's plan for Isaac's life and ours--whatever that means. No matter what.
Blessings to each of you.
12 comments:
Tiffany, thank you so much for the new pics. ADORABLE of course. Your children are beautiful and they are a reflection of your love.
You continue to do Gods work and follow your heart, your doing a wonderful job.
Blessing for a wonderful weekend and I pray everything looks up in the aspect of Isaacs eyes.
Thank you for doing what God calls and for allowing us to journey with you through both the easy and not-so-easy times.
Well, my internet is back up again. Up ,down, up, down. Ahh yes, the disadvantages of living in N. Mich. I see Gram's computer is working again too.
So relieved to hear that Isaac's surgery went well, and they were able to catch this early enough.
Happy to here that Jim will be able to come down to finally meet Isaac. I could be jealous, but am not. It is like I had mentioned to Nancy on several occasions, "I am so thankful that Hannah has Grandparents that are close in proximity. Please spoil her for me too." Jim and I had talked after the funeral, and he said that Nancy would want him to stay very involved in Hannah's life, as he has. Well now we all have baby Isaac. Thank you Jim. Nancy will be smiling a big smile when Papa Jim meets Isaac and hopefully gets to hold him for the very first time. I know I will be smiling too.
Fall is definately here Tiff. I wish you could escape and come up for some R&R,and take a walk in the woods. I remember how much you love that. Just know I am here and thinking of you always, (and of course the rest of you). Prayers for all and blessings from God. Love Mom (Nana)
Good morning,
We are so glad all went well with Isaac's eyes. PTL!!
I see that Jason must be there as he has that cute picture with Hannah, eating ice cream I'll bet or maybe not.
All the pictures are precious. It looks like Isaac has a outfit on with the sleaves rolled up and with his rainbow blanket. Is this one of the outfits that the nurse was going to send to you?
Not much going on here, Papa is taking a little nap so I decided to check again on you and "yours".
Tell Jason and Hannah "HI"> A kiss for Hannah and Isaac and of course you.
Lots of Love, Gram and Papa.
He is one cute little BOY! Such precious handsome features.
As parents, we can't always choose our paths. Trusting God is always so much more rewarding; it's definitely an adventure.
As I prayed for you during Isaac's surgery, I realized that, beyond a shadow of a doubt, Isaac is YOUR son. The circumstances of his birth were not ideal but none of our OWN circumstances were perfect, either. Isaac recognizes YOUR touch, he smells YOUR scent, he feels YOUR warmth and love... you are his MOMMY. NO MATTER WHAT!
We pray for you pretty often and I check here everyday to see how the little man is doing. My own little men are getting bigger (celebrating Aaron's first birthday today) and I'm thankful they are now in good health. God healed Aaron from respiratory disease on March 1st!
I hope you don't get too much criticism for what you are doing. It makes perfect sense to me. Your the MOM... that's why :-)
Katie Miller
Tiff, In response to OhioKatie- No criticism here. I love my children and grandchildren and always have. Cannot say I have ever really waivered...only worried. My love always. Mom
Looks like Isaac is back in a big boy crib and wearing clothes. These are HUGE milestones, are they not!!
Congratulations,
A Mom in Kansas
Hey its me again, I love all of these positive remarks from all of these different people whether you know them or not is not the question. We are all praying for the same thing that Isaac will be healed and be a normal little boy. Jesus healed them all when He lived on earth whether they were Christians or not! He did not care!!! We all have to have the faith of Jesus and know that this is all going to work out to the Glory of Christ Himself. What a witness this will be!!!!
Needless to say I will be looking forward to tonight or tomorrow when you decide to put up a blog!! You have a life outside of doing this and as I have said before all of us out here really appreciate your being so dilligent in keeping all of us in touch!!! Thanks, thanks, thanks!!!!!
Christ's Love and Ours, Papa and Gram.
Hi Tiff....I'd love to take that walk with you in the woods by your mom's. Remember we did that a long time ago when I met your school bus....I loved that.....Love ya
Aunt Wilma
Hey Tif- he's already taking on such a little look all his own. What a doll.... Glad to be able to actually read the last couple blogs- Jay finally brought the computer home thank God!!!! Love you girl.
Hey Tiffany,
I can tell you that what you and Jason are doing makes perfect sense to me! Following the Lords leading doesn't always come with obvious reasons and sometimes we never fully understand...but that precious baby boy wouldn't have a family if it wasn't for your family. My husband and I just talked about this the other night. I share with him what is happening with you all along with the pictures. We had just talked about the "what if's" and how had you birthed him you would most definitely be there no question. He is yours and praise the Lord you have been double blessed!! Adoption is so precious and a true testament to unconditional love.
I am glad that the surgery went well and continued prayers go up for your family and the healing of precious Isaacs body.
Lynn
Ooh...I was mentioned in the last post...Good Job...
Aaaanyway.I am glad Isaac's surgery went well. He'll be better again soon. No worries...
Massages hmm? I love them...Actuzally I lvoe giving them...So I have a good reason to come and visit you again someday...
I can hardly wait. My very first university classes will start tomorrow. I am sooooo excited...More of that tomorrow though.
Hang in there, okay? You'll get rid of that stress soon enough. Keep praying.
Much, much love
Maxi
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