Hello Bloggy Friends,
For those of you who do not know me, I’m Linn’s husband and will be subbing in for Linn to keep you updated. For those who do know me, you know that I have a tough time not letting this blog become this pastor’s alter ego to say things I could never say in the pulpit. I will try to behave myself… probably…. maybe… ummmmmm… no not possible. As to my posting ability… well if you ever checked my blog – I’ve posted maybe 2 times in the last year or so. Linn’s just slightly better on this one!! And Linn as you know is a fantastic story teller, crafting her message. Me – off the top of my head. Sometimes -she just looks at me and says what are you trying to say. So if you don’t understand my postings – you are not alone!
Linn has landed in Guan Zho (phonetic – so you know how it’s pronounced & because I don’t know how to spell it). I just checked flight status on the next leg to Beijing and she has taken off 43 minutes late. Now here is the kicker. Josh Q. is Emma’s boyfriend… so far he is on my good list…. if he ever goes on the naughty list – he’s dead! I tried for probably an hour to work out Skype just in case Linn should go on… nothing… notta… no email… no Skype…. no I miss you babe…. can you feel my pain?
Then I get a text from Josh saying he just heard from Emma. What? A text from China? No way – from my daughter? Yep, she wrote him to tell him that she was there and that the flight had been good across the big pond ( my words). Next she texts and tells him it’s foggy and she’s concerned so he texts her a prayer (told you he was on my good list)! But why him – why not me? Pass the Kleenex! Young “like” (what this dad will call it) will find a way!
So keep praying they are almost to Jubilee – it is almost time for the rescue to begin! It is the year of Jubilee! Our prayer is this will be a year of Jubilee for many of you. A year of freedom.
Yes Lord, let the year of Jubilee begin!
Thanks for the prayers – I had better get to finishing tomorrow’s message! Dw
DW – thanks for the update! We are waiting excitedly for the first pictures of Linny and Emma's meeting with Jubilee! Can't believe they are so close now. Praising God.
Hugs,
Janet, Kevin, Ted, Philip, and waiting for our Eli
Thank you for the update. We really enjoyed your post!! We will keep praying!
I've been thinking of all of you today……and praying throughout the day.
Robbie in south Georgia
Praying! I even posted about Linn and Emma on my blog so that more people can see it. 🙂
Great job DW, Big Rob even agrees!!! We were singing at church tonight were singing "Can You Hear the Mountains Tremble?" I know the mountains are trembling in China right now as Jubilee finally gets the family she deserves!!
"And here we see that God you're moving
A time of Jubilee is coming
When young and old return to Jesus
Fling wide your heavenly gates
Prepare the way of the risen Lord"
Yes, precious Father you are moving mountains on all the fatherless children, especially Jubilee right now!!!
Linny will be proud! Keep the updates coming, we are joining you in prayer and rejoicing in what the Lord has done and continues to do in and through your family! Year of Jubilee indeed!
Blessings
Joy
LOL!!! It is so fun having you in the drivers seat, DW 🙂 Thanks for keeping us updated!
CAN'T WAIT for rescue day!!!!!
Wonderful news! Praying here!
Hahaha, aw, what a wonderful dad. 🙂
How stinking cool is is that soon, miss Jubilee will know that she has been desired for years and that you prayed and begged God for her! She'll feel so special!
Thanks Dw for doing this. You know we all want to follow the journey to Jubilee!!! It has been a long time coming!!! BTW Josh seems like a fine young man!!! Your Emma is a sweetie, I'm sure he will try to stay in your good graces!!!!
Kathie in NY
Thanks for the update! So glad that they are so close to Jubilee!
Blessings,
Sarah
Rejoicing with you! Just to tell you, even knowing we're complete strangers, we have been praying for Jubilee to come home and for mountains to move. She made it to our family newsletter under "PRAISES!". So excited and can't wait to hear more!!!
Praise God for a good flight!!! I can't wait to hear more from 'across the pond' and I LOOK FORWARD to your ramblings while Linn is away!! Prayers for the whole family!
Thank you Jesus for your faithfulness. Let the year begin. Amen
DW,
Good job with the update! Thank you for filling us in on the latest.
Praying for a smooth transition for precious Jubilee!
Hope you hear from Linny soon!
Blessings,
Alycia
DW thanks for the update. I have been checking often. God is good and will carry them. We are all praying.
Wayne, Leah, Ashlyn, Sarah, Sydney, all waiting for Abbey
DW – thanks for the update. I'm so excited to see the pictures of Jubilee in her mommy's arms. God is so good. Continued prayers for her and for you and the kids while she is gone.
btw – check your mail. There is a card in there for a parcel pick-up.
Thank you for the update! So glad they are in Guangzhou safely!
Sorry about the "no text for you" situation. yeah, it happens. You are are step ahead of my hubby- he doesn't even know how to text!
Keep us up dated! So excited to see Linny and Emma with Jubilee!
How exciting! You did just fine BTW! Tell Emma to send photos for you to upload too! LOL! 🙂
Thank you so much for the update Dwight!! Praying nonstop for Emma & Linny, and for that moment they get to see sweet Jubilee! I can't wait! <3
Thanks for the update, DW! You guys don't "know" me but I have read for a while, commented occasionally, and prayed often! We are fellow believers and adoptive parents to 4 from Korea. Will say prayers for you and the kids back home too.
Carrie and Paul in KS
A year of Jubilee indeed!
Thanks for the update!
Wooohoooo Dw, so good to have you back in the bloggy seat to keep us updated! You are off to a fine start! 🙂
Thank you Josh Q. for the play by play . . . Yes, young "like" will find a way!
Jubilee's time is oh so near. Let the rescue begin indeed! Oh how we will rejoice, to see that little bird fly free, into her mama's arms.
Father God,
Make the way smooth for Linny and Emma, and please prepare Jubilee's heart to meet her mama and her big sister! Be with the entire Saunders family during this time Lord, keep them safe and healthy. Keep Ty under the safety of your mighty wing, and comfort Sarah. Be with Dw as he holds down the fort (and the flock), And be with the little ones–especially Isaiah, comfort his heart Lord as he waits his mama's return. Bless them, each and every one. In Jesus name, Amen!
Love and blessings,
Tina
Lifting you all in prayer!!! I can't wait to see Jubilee in her mama's arms!!!
God is so good!!!
Blessings,
Amy
I've just recently become aquainted with your blog and your story, but I'm so excited about the timing and I'm excited to be praying with you about this. I'm looking forward to updates:)
~Jewel in WA
I'm praying for you Linn and Emma – that your travels will be safe and your hearts will be at peace thoughout the travel stages. I'm praying for you Jubilee and I'm so excited to get to meet you, finally, very soon. I'm praying for you Saunders family and little Isaiah while the girls are gone, that you won't miss your family too much while they are bringing home your newest treasure.
I and will be checkin' in on the blog to see how everything is going. I'm so so excited that this is the year of Jubilee!!!
Thanks for keeping us all updated…we've been praying for Jubilee's homecoming for so long! As for your posts…if your sermons at church are anything like your posts…your congregation must be in stitches!
Thanks for updates! I woke in the night thinking about your family. Can't wait to see the news and rejoice that Jubilee has been found!
Leigh
PS It's Guangzhou. Our China girl is from Guangxi. 🙂
So glad you're keeping us all updated during this journey. Good job on the post. Can you believe it? It's Gotcha Day right now for Miss Jubilee. Whoo-hooo!! It just tickles me pink to know that Jubilee will be with her forever family by Christmas morning. God is awesome!
Continued prayers for the family.