I had another ultrasound today, and everything looks good. I still don't appear to be leaking, and amniotic fluid is holding steady at 11.6 cm. I'm still on bedrest, which is still a challenge, but we have been blessed by the help we've received with Caden, the delicious meals we've been given, and especially we've been blessed by your prayers.
Because we're doing so well, and I've been so blessed, I thought I'd focus on something altogether different for this blog post.
Did you know that in other countries there are no resources for children with Down Syndrome? In these countries, if a child has a disability, the family is logistically unable to keep him or her with them--there is simply no support for that choice. As a result, these children are sent to orphanages where they live until the age of four or five. At that time they are then institutionalized. 95% of children with Down Syndrome die in institutions because they are unable to handle the horrible conditions. The only hope for these children is adoption.
I have fallen in love with an organization that helps facilitate international adoptions of children with Down Syndrome. Reece's Rainbow was founded by Andreas Roberts and is named after her first son, who was born with Down Syndrome. Andrea is on a mission to protect other children with Down Syndrome.
This is an incredible ministry and an incredible organization. Reece's Rainbow has only been around for four years, but already they've helped more than 275 children find their forever homes.
Not all of us are called to adopt. Not all of us are in a position to give financially. But every single one of us can pray for this ministry and pray for these precious children who so desperately need homes.
If you have 12 minutes to spare (and a box of tissues handy) take a look at this video montage of some of the children who have been adopted and those still waiting to find homes.
I promise you I won't be posting here every other week with a new cause. I just wanted to share information about this ministry with you because I think it's so important, and my heart breaks every time I see the face of one of these children who are waiting for a home.
Blessings to you all.
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Dear friend,
This is a good time to reflect on what is true.
God is caring for you and for Caden. Do not be fooled - God would not abandon Caden while bringing another life into this world.
In allowing others to serve you, they become stronger in the functions of the Body of Christ. Each person is given joy by God for being able to help you. And they practice self sacrifice. Also, each soul is giving as an act of love to our Lord. You get to share in this. You have the privilege of intimate insight into their tender, capable and caring selves.
This is a good time to be intentional about resting while you wait. To rest in God is a real and sometimes difficult spiritual discipline. You will be wise to take courage and expand your abilities in this area.
If you would like encouragement, the video teachings on Esther by Beth Moore would be a good choice. Let me know if you are interested.
Practice resting,
Kim
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