Wednesday, August 5, 2009

Update

Hi, all! After a very eventful trip and TWO DAYS of travel we made it to Kiev! We don't have internet in our aprtment so we are out of touch for right now (I'm writing this from an internet cafe).

We have our SDA appt in an hour. Sadly, we will not be bringing Tori home. Kristin, I wanted to call you, not break the news this way. Long story- but the situation has gone bad in the Crimea again and will not be resolved for some time. Please pray as Rich and I look at referrals for another child that Yulia (our facilitator) has suggested.

Thank you for your prayers!
Lydia
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  1. MilenaAugust 5, 2009 at 1:18 AM

    Oh. No. My heart is breaking for you and even more for Tori. After reading your post but before writing this, I said a prayer from the bottom of my heart, praying for you to get a referral for the child God has in mind for you, praying for Tori's wellbeing.....and then I couldn't bear it any longer so I begged for a miracle.....
    My thoughts are with you.

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  2. Heather MatternAugust 5, 2009 at 4:04 AM

    I am so sorry, know that we are praying for you!

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  3. MeredithAugust 5, 2009 at 5:20 AM

    I'm so sorry guys, I know you have prayed and felt a peace about going right now, and that peace IS from God. May you continue to have that peace as you progress. If you need to talk let me know- I can call your cell phone if you give me the #. I'll be out after noon EDT today at the cardio tho...

    ((HUGS)) and blessings to you both- waiting anxiously to see what plans God has for you and your family!

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  4. Amanda JonesAugust 5, 2009 at 6:18 AM

    I'm glad to hear you made it safely!

    I'm so sorry to hear that you won't be adopting Tori. I pray that God will give you peace and will show you the right child for you today.

    ::HUGS::

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  5. karengAugust 5, 2009 at 6:32 AM

    Praying for you both. (and the kids at home) We're waiting expectantly to hear what God has in plan for the Well's family. Glory to God! Peace to you both.

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  6. MonicaAugust 5, 2009 at 7:07 AM

    oh, i'm so upset that we can't get tori. the outdoor girl.

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  7. AmblinAugust 5, 2009 at 7:24 AM

    Lydia,

    I don't have words right now to express myself well but please know that I love you and that I am still praying for you. You are a dear friend to me and I know how much you and Rich have prayed for God's guidance in this. So, I know you are in His presence and that He will lead you to your child. (((hugs))) It's okay about having to break the news on your blog. There isn't any easy way and this was the only way. I understand that, my dear friend. You are such a sweetheart to be concerned about me. ((hugs)) My heart breaks for Tori, as does yours. But we will continue to praise God and to seek His face through it all.

    I am excited to see who your little one will be and I will continue praying for you, for Rich, for your children back here at home, and for little Tori.

    Kristin

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  8. Pure Mommy ExtractAugust 5, 2009 at 9:11 AM

    We will be praying for you as you get your referral, knowing that the Lord will guide you to the child He had chosen for you all along.

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  9. JenniferAugust 5, 2009 at 9:28 AM

    praying for you and sending you hugs!!

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  10. MicheleAugust 5, 2009 at 9:28 AM

    Lydia, as I shed tears I also rejoice and am thankful to Him...He DOES have a plan for you and Rich, and for Tori. May we all continue to lift Tori up in prayer. Praying for you every moment! I am excited to see how God works this out for you.
    Love and BIG hugs!
    Michele

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  11. MicheleAugust 5, 2009 at 9:35 AM

    Just needed to post again... I am praying for the wonderful child you WILL bring home that is so blessed to have you and Rich and your children sharing family life together, and that you will see what a blessing this child will be in your life. God has already chosen this special little person and is bringing you to him or her.
    I pray for Yulia also to understand your hearts.
    Love, Michele

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  12. MegAugust 5, 2009 at 11:06 AM

    Lydia,

    I am so sorry that you & Rich will not be able to bring Tori home. I understand how you are feeling - you become so emotionally invested in the child and then it does not come to fruition. I felt this way many times waiting for Stacy. I prayed for many months for God to watch over the child He knew was ours & to keep he or she safe. God had Stacy picked out for us all along and I know that He has great plans for you, Rich, your 4 children here and the child He has chosen for you in the Ukraine.

    I will continue to pray for you & Rich - keep your hearts open. Stay safe.

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  13. UnknownAugust 5, 2009 at 11:15 AM

    I am so sorry for you guys and Tori - I know that God has plans for you and a special child is waiting for you and a new family. Trust in God and He will guide you to the right child and it will be a blessing for all of you!

    I know you heart is broken and so it ours - we all feel that we know her and love her.

    Be strong and know that we are all praying for your strength and trust in God - He will guide you and bless you for all that you are doing for Tori and other children...you have brough great awareness to adoption in special needs children.

    Thank you for being a blessing to me! We love you!

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  14. saraAugust 5, 2009 at 12:31 PM

    So sorry to hear that about Tori. Praying that God will lead you to the right child as I am sure He will. He has a wonderful plan for you all!!!

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  15. AmblinAugust 5, 2009 at 12:47 PM

    I wanted to post again to make sure I said this as it's on my heart:

    I am also praying for your new little child, whoever he/she may be. What a blessing this little one will be to your family! And I am praying specifically for your hearts to be able to heal and also to bond with a little person you weren't expecting but whom God knew about all along!

    (((hugs)))

    Kristin

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  16. candace@frugalmom.netAugust 5, 2009 at 12:50 PM

    Continued prayer for you all and I am so happy you made it there safely. At the same time I am very sorry it won't work out for you to bring Tori home. We will continue to pray for her.

    God is the artist painting a beautiful picture, and I can't wait to see how it all turns out. Miss you and love you!

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  17. MilenaAugust 5, 2009 at 12:52 PM

    I'm anxiously waiting for another update, but I guess you are either in your apartment, praying and adapting for minds to this new situation, or maybe on a train going to the region of your child. You are constantly in my thoughts and prayers and I hope you will find peace despite sadness! I also hope you'll soon meet the child God intended for you, and that it'll be as sweet a moment as can be.

    *somehow still hoping for a miracle to happen*

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  18. Hannah E. CarsonAugust 5, 2009 at 1:26 PM

    I got an update from Mom today about the situation and I am praying. I also will be sharing everything with my accountability group this week. Power in numbers!!

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  19. RachelAugust 5, 2009 at 2:16 PM

    Praying everything goes well and you get to bring your newest princess home soon!

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  20. AnonymousAugust 5, 2009 at 4:43 PM

    I'm so sorry about Tori. I will continue to pray for her and for the other children in Crimea.
    I look forward to seeing what God has in store for you. I know this isn't a surprise to Him. I'll be praying for you as you meet your new child and start this new adventure.

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  21. RhondaAugust 5, 2009 at 5:05 PM

    Halleujah you two made it safely! I was thinking as you were describing your running experience about how you got your cardiovascular workout for the day (or two) :) We are praying for you guys and kids. God has a plan through all of this! (I think he is wanting you guys to get a little more in shape) HEHE!!! Love you both!
    Hanks family

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  22. babyarnieAugust 6, 2009 at 5:27 AM

    Lyds,
    It was SO good to hear your voice yesterday and THANK You for all the wonderful advice. Hoping to see you over there in the next few days. Have been praying for days about your situation. I know the Lord will watch after Tori and praying that your hearts will be able to heal and bond to the new child he has in your future.

    Love,

    Martha

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  23. Lu, Poppies BloomingAugust 6, 2009 at 5:46 AM

    Lydia,

    I'm so sorry for you and for Tori. I know God has his hand on your lives and hers. I have faith that is so many times easier to say than feel that He will bring you just the right child for your family. More importantly, the child that needs you most.

    As well, I praise God because He is worthy to be praised and though we don't always know His plans He loves us and we can have confidence in that.

    Please know we are praying for you and will continue to pray for Tori.

    Lucille and William and Eden

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  24. AnonymousAugust 6, 2009 at 9:51 AM

    I am hanging on to the knowledge that not a sparrow falls to the ground but that our heavenly Father knows it-and our Tori (& the 1,000s of Toris throughout the world) are more valuable than many sparrows.God loves them more than we ever could.

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  25. MelissaAugust 6, 2009 at 12:02 PM

    Lydia, I am so sorry to hear this news. Praying for you and Rich to lay your eyes on the child that you will know in your hearts is the one. Oh, I hope that this situation rights itself and that Tori will be blessed with a loving family eventually. So sad :(

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  26. Kerry ShealyAugust 7, 2009 at 7:33 AM

    This is such a disappointment. I wanted to adopt Tori so badly, and then was so excited when I found out you would be her family. I am so heartbroken for her, and for your family, and then so excited for the other child who will be blessed with a home. I pray for discernment and wisdom for you as you choose another child. Of course, we know Tori is loved by God, but I sure wish she had the love of an earthly mother and father. Blessings to you!

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  27. MoonDogAugust 7, 2009 at 7:52 PM

    Remember how you keep telling me there is a plan that is out of our control? hang in there. I heard you are going to the same place as we are. we sent out dossier out today. I emailed you too.

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  28. MoonDogAugust 7, 2009 at 7:56 PM

    oh hey! maybe you will be heading back for your little one when we are headed over to see ours. maybe we will meet each other yet!

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