You might have noticed that the header of our blog, title and caption have just changed. That's because we're currently reformatting it in anticipation of our next trip to China to find Xiao Qian. There will be a lot more blog changes coming down the pike as we're currently working with another adoptive family in the country to customize it with nice, soothing colors and designs. We've been wanting to do this for awhile now, so the impending trip has served as the impetus to just make it happen. We'll also be opening up our blog so it's not password protected even though we realize we're exposing ourselves to others who may find fault with us across a broad continuum of issues, but we've determined that the Lord has strengthened us to a point where our convictions are now stronger than our concern for personal protection and shielding.
The new title, "Adopted for Life", (changed from "On Our Way to Willow Rae") is a theme of our lives and family. Adoption for us has a much broader and meaningful definition than in just the traditional sense, embracing the words of Jesus Himself when He promised he wouldn't leave us as orphans, but eternally rescue us from the fatherless estate we originally found ourselves in. Not only that, but He will eventually come again and snatch us into His bosom where He currently resides with His Father. And the photograph is of one of our favorite places on earth, The Crosses at the Box "R" Ranch in Oregon. The empty cross is symbolic of His guaranteed return and a reminder of the peaceful presence we now share in Jesus.
So keep watching for more edits along the way, hopefully ones you'll enjoy and also find helpful. Victoria and I (and the entire family) are grateful for your continued support, love and interest.
Adopted for Life,
Tom (& Victoria)
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