Welcome to the Called to Love Podcast! 

This is a very special episode, split into two parts, where my husband Corey and I reflect on ten years as adoptive parents. We share stories from when God first placed this calling on our hearts, the messy beginnings to bringing our baby daughter home, the changes in our marriage, and how God always had a plan. 

Corey shares valuable insight from his perspective as the head of our household and a calming technique he uses in his practice as an occupational therapist. Corey says you will never be ready to say “yes” because there are simply too many question marks, so you have to take a leap of faith. He also encourages parents to equip themselves with two things while proceeding in this calling: wisdom and bravery. 

Here are a few key take aways: 

• Adoption brings out both the best and worst in parents.
• Communication is key in navigating parenting and marriage.
• Faith is essential in parenting and decision-making.
• Every child has unique needs that must be understood and met.
• Parenting is a form of discipleship, not just a task.
• It's important to seek God's guidance in parenting.
• The journey of adoption is filled with challenges but is rewarding.
• Parents should not wait for the perfect moment to adopt.
• Learning to communicate effectively can strengthen a marriage.
• It's okay to not have all the answers as a parent. 
• Seek the Lord and pray. 

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