Hi everyone, sorry for taking so long to update, but there just hasn't been much going on. The last post took alot out of me, and trying to find the desire to post again has taken some time. I know from the comments that there a couple of people who have expressed frustration with me because of the lack of posts, and even gone so far as to question my integrity and intentions because of what unfolded in spring. I'm not sure what to say to those individuals...but what I do know is that the support, love and encouragement from 99.9% of you has continued to be overwhelming, and so I cling to that and try to keep the negative words from bringing me down. Thank you again to all those who have stuck with me and who are still praying with me. Thanks for not giving up, even when updates are few and far between.
It has been difficult knowing what to say, especially when it seems like the process is stalled. The last update I heard from my lawyer is that she is still working on sorting out the problems with Will's birth father's birth certificate. I'm not sure why it takes so long to make a simple certificate, but I guess it's just the reality of the Nicaraguan legal system. So we can continue to pray that this certificate issue can be worked out soon, so we can actually proceed with the the adoption process. Pray that the judges involved will sense the significance of their decisions. Pray that my lawyer will be able to pour all of her energy into this process, and that we could get a glimmer of hope really soon.
Will is doing ok. I actually get to speak with him a few times a week, so that has been good. His English classes are going well, and I try to get him to practice his words with me. It is costing far less to meet his physical needs while he is at his aunt's house...it really has brought to light how much Esteban had twisted the truth regarding the cost of living there.
My plan is to return to Nicaragua in October to spend some time with my son, who I haven't seen since early June. I miss Will so much... This visit will also allow me to connect with my lawyer and see if there are things I can do to help expedite this process.
So that's it...nothing really to report, except to tell you that God has continued to work in my heart, providing me with peace and forgiveness. Some days it feels like this adoption will never happen, but I try to keep focused on God's promises, and the hope that we can cling to. Thanks again for you continued love and support.
God bless...
Corwin
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I've been thinking about you... and I know those times when there is nothing to say. Often people don't get the waiting and waiting that can come in adoption.
Continuing to pray for you and Will.
Corwin,
I can only imagine how hard all of this must be... Am praying that God floods your heart with encouragement each and every day.
Thanks for the update, Corwin. I've been praying for you over the summer and will continue to do so.
Thanks Cor, for writing this update. I know it feels so much harder because it seems like nothing is happening. But we don't know what God continues to do. He is as faithful today as He ever has been.
Thanks, too, for those of you who continue to pray for my son and grandson. This is difficult for all of us, but to know that we don't carry this alone makes such a difference. Thanks for believing in him and his heart's desire. Together we will see this through the end.
The lines from a song come to mind.
"God is God and I am not. I can only see a part of the picture He's painting"
That's where we are. Only seeing a part right now.
Please continue to hang in with us.
Hey Corwin! Thanks for the update!
Hey bro...
Thinking of you and Will today. I have been overwhelmed with memories of him in these last few weeks...especially as the Belize team gets ready and we don't. I miss him dearly. I have this vision of him wearing my red Nicaragua dress with that goofy smile on his face. Or his laughter when he thinks he's burned one of us. Or the way he rests his head on my shoulder when he wants to be near some one but just quiet. I miss him.
I can't wait for the day when he's just across the parking lot. When I can drive him home from school for you or when you guys can come over and have supper at our place. I ache for that day for you, brother.
Love you so much, Cor & Will...
Chan
I'm still praying -whether you update or not!
I hope everything works out for you Corwin. I'll definitely still be praying you can count on that.
good luck in nicaragua in two weeks.
Thanks for the update! You have gone through so much with this journey. My husband and I sort of get a bit of what you are going through. A little over a month ago we were selected by a birth mom to adopt her baby boy, and then she found out I was pregnant and changed her mind. Knowing we had a son one minute and then not the next tore our hearts out, so we can only imagine how hard it is to not be with your son.
You and Will are in our prayers!
Red (Leanne)
Corwin, I just spent one week reading your entire blog. start to finish. the very first post on monday, to the very latest today, like 10 mins ago. Man, I knew of you and Will and all but there's so much I didnt know that I know now and that I know that no one knows... you know? lol. But listen up, There's no way know that I can let a day go by without praying for you and Will. through reading your blogs, man.. a few weeks ago I was thinking to myself *man I feel like I just havent seen God lately* It was a shallow thought but I thought it. And now I take it back. Man theres no way Gods gonna lose here. He is the star breather. Nothing is a roadblock for him. Nothing. Nothing at all.
I'm with you to the end, prayers and everything.
Clear Eyes...Full Heart...Can't Lose.
-T.
Your blog keeps getting better and better! Your older articles are not as good as newer ones you have a lot more creativity and originality now keep it up!
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