Money Matters

I think the one thing about the adoption process I have worried about the most lately is the money issue. While it is undeniably true that God is behind this whole process, the question of "How are we ever going to afford this?!?!" comes to mind. The first part of the adoption process will cost about $2000 and that for us is a big chunk of change (and we don't want to put this on our credit card!).

With living in the DC area, taking masters classes and just purchasing a house last year, Billy and I tryto be good stewards of the money God provides and $2000 can really cause problems with making ends meet. This week we were able to refinance our house (long story short-there was a condition in our contract that was not being met) and with interest rates being lower, we will be able to save almost $200 a month on house payments! That's a big deal!

Also we are definitely blessed with the most amazing family! I don't want to say too much (because my wording never comes out clearly-ask me personally if you want to know) but due to generous gifts from our family, the first adoption fund has been more than taken care of- praise God! I know we will have many other financial hurdles ahead but it is such a huge weight lifted off our shoulders to know that for the time everything is falling into place. It's amazing to know how everything is planned by God and it doesn't matter if I don't understand it or can't handle it...because He can!

If you think about us, please pray about our interview. We should be hearing some time this week about our interview with our social worker. I am a little nervous but excited for this step.
More news later!