An Unexpected Journey

The day our family grew by one

So very unexpected, certainly not planned

Not pregnant, but it’s every bit as exciting

We thought we would welcome into our home

For a few weeks one summer

An orphan from a land far away

Little did we know

Our hearts would be knit together as one

Our children would embrace this precious child

This little one had a hard beginning

While still so young, was now alone

But LORD willing, not for long

Far too soon the day would come

When we had to send this young one back

This child whom we’ve come to love

What better way to celebrate and remember

Than a picnic, together as a family

On a beautiful warm summer day

Of course, we took pictures to remember

When we beheld the photos in our hands

We knew, this child was meant to become our own

Sadly, the day came for a tearful goodbye

We embraced, declared our love

Made promises to write and stay in touch

Thus, our unexpected journey began

Covered with prayer

Dependent upon the wisdom and guidance of God

We will rely on the support of family and friends

The loving care of our dear church family

As we walk the path of adoption, one step at a time

Seemingly endless paperwork to be completed

Funds to save and raise

To make what seems impossible happen

We will watch and pray

Delays may come

But our hearts will remain full of hope

Dependent upon God

Who goes before us

For His heart is close to the orphan

by Susan Bunts Wachtel

August 2, 2017

Have you ever heard a story and felt inspired and moved by what God was doing?  This poem was inspired by a story I recently read.  While I don’t know the all the details about what the family has experienced, I rejoice at the work the LORD is doing to give a precious orphan a family and change a life forever for good.