God is so good!

Every good and every perfect gift is from above... (James 1:17)

It's hard to put into words how undeserving we feel and how grateful we are for all of the support we have received.We aren't sure if it's because we're tired or if it's because we are overwhelmed by how greatly God blessed our fundraiser yesterday, but we are a just a little emotional today. In fact, while we were singing in church this morning for the choir number about God's amazing blessings in our lives, we couldn't help but shed a few tears thinking upon what He's done for us.

By the end of the day we had received over $4,300 towards our adoption through sales and donations.

The morning started off very early. VERY early! After getting only a couple hours of sleep after loading the truck, we drove out to set up for the yard sale at 4:00am. We had a team of helpers that continued to grow as the morning went on and we were able to have everything set up by around 6:00am; a miracle in itself. We received a special treat as the sun came up and there was a beautiful rainbow just above us in the sky.

It was amazing to see how much had been donated throughout the past few months. It was little by little, but the Lord supplied abundantly. Seeing everything come out of boxes, much of it for the very first time, and being placed on tables was overwhelming.

The Lord held off the rain for the entire morning and crowds kept filing in. We were able to meet many wonderful people who have shared in the adoption miracle themselves. Friends from all around came out to support us through giving and through serving alongside us throughout the day.

It became obvious that the sale should come to an end around noon as storm clouds started to move in, but it was at just the right time. We managed to sell a lot of additional things in the last minutes of the day, and everyone pitched in to pack up what was left. We were able to take what was remaining to a mission around the corner and they also received a blessing.

We wish we could express how incredibly thankful we are to everyone who gave of themselves to help us. We had friends who gave over and abundantly of their resources, time, and energy. Some drove miles to support us. Some stayed late in the night, through the night, and came again early the next morning to lend a hand. Others worked with us throughout the day and helped pack and move the remaining items, giving every last bit of energy they had to see us through to the end. Still others baked sweets, drove trucks, hung signs, worked with customers, allowed us to use their property, set up tents, bagged items, boxed items, carried items, and all with a smile. It's not possible to mention by name each person who helped or who blessed us with their giving, but know that we are immensely thankful.

It's been an amazing weekend. God is so good!

Oh give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good. (Psalm 118:1)