Abi, Ryan and Finn had just moved to a different city and apartment on Sunday.
Conveniently, her mom, dad, and 7 siblings and
1 sweet ‘sister’ “S”
{one of the three sisters who lived with us this winter}
showed up on Tuesday.
haha.
Poor Abigail. I told her I was so sorry for the timing.
She was gracious and totally understanding
and actually glad we are here!
Anyway, her apartment is not big, so Emma, Graham,
Liberty and S are staying with them.
The littles are staying at the hotel with Dw and I.
It works.
I texted the big kids last night and asked if any were willing to go
with me to take Jubilee to the doctor near Stanford University.
I bribed them by saying that whoever went would get a Starbucks.
Emma, Graham and Liberty kind of wanted to hang out
with their big sis and little nephew.
S said she would go with me.
So thankful for her being willing!
This once-city girl is so not used to the freeways
at a bazillion miles/hour.
But we made it there and back…
it was a looooong day.
The doctor’s staff is wonderful!
The surgeon?
Soooo kind!
Waiting between surgeons and testing….
Seriously! So hope whoever invented crayons and coloring books
is living happily in some caribbean country sipping lemonade
with those little umbrella thingys in it.
So thankful for them!
People fly from all over the world to have
this surgeon care for them.
Today alone, after he saw us, he was beginning a 10 hour operation on a little girl whose parents had brought her from China!
The surgery will be Thursday.
Morning.
Exact time unknown.
Thank you for all who have been praying.
We can feel it.
And thank you for all the sweet comments on Sunday’s post.
You guys always bring such comfort to my soul.
I laid in bed reading them yesterday and the tears dripped….
which when that happens, ya’ know it means?
Ya’ get tears in your ears.
i've been checking and checking the blog, so glad to hear things are moving. praying for precious Jubilee. and for all of you. God is in this and He's good- all the time. can't wait to hear how things go!
Our God-you reign forever!
He is the everlasting God!
Praying for your precious family!
Tears in ears, I get that sometimes too, ugh! 🙂
Glad to hear that you all arrived safely. Praying that the surgeon's hands are guided by the Most High and Jubilee will be alright.
I've been praying all day. She's a precious girl! Our family will be lifting her up together tonight as well.
Will be praying for you all on Thursday, as we do everyday! Praying especially for Jubilee and the surgeon! 🙂
Blessings to you all!
Alycia
So glad to hear you liked the surgeon. wish I could be with you on Thursday to sit with you. You all continue to be in my prayers. I have not fasted before…I think Thursday will be the perfect day as I keep precious Jubilee in prayer.
Praying for your sweet daughter. God knew what he was doing when he picked you as her parents.
Saying prayers for your sweet girl and her upcoming surgery.
God Bless You Dear Friend!
You are am amazing Mom!
(Aren't big families fun and comforting!)
we need to find you some kleenexes dear one. Cry, its like a pressure release valve. Doesnt mean you are weak or anything other than a mommy that loves her family. Prayers.
Praying for you all in every way–Jubilee, the doctors doing the surjury,Karl and his rehab and for safe travels for all of you.
Leveta
Linny, I have been checking your blog every few hours so I am thankful to see an update. We are ferverently praying for you. You have so much going on right now. My favorite verse in times like this is Matthew 11:28-30 "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light."
Hate tears in my ears!! Love you my dear friend and know that I am praying for you and your sweet girl!!
Linny, I didn't leave a comment, but your whole, big, beautiful family (including Karl) has been in my prayers through the days and nights. Praying for healing, for safety, for comfort, for peace, for God to hold your mama's heart most tenderly in His capable hands. We will all be praying especially for Jubilee as she prepares for and undergoes surgery. Hugs from our house to yours.
Hey there – remember Lucille Packard has a Ronald McDonald House, we were only 3 so they could not make room for us, but its worth checking – you are more than 3.
So glad that God has gone before you all and made a way for Jubilee's surgery. Praying for you all over the next few weeks!!
Continuing to pray for sweet Jubilee Promise and for all of you. Our God is able!!
Love you guys!
Praying, praying and praying some more for sweet Jubilee and your family.
Loving that you are so near! Praying for your precious girl and the surgeons on Thursday!
I am thinking we should fast and pray Thursday for sweet Jubilee. So glad you guys feel peace with the surgeon and everyone. I am lifting you up and standing with you guys. Love Lori
Praying for Jubilee and your other needs dear friend. One thing that might make your heart a little lighter – our Sophia is now home – the Sophia you prayed and supported home is home!
Love to you all,
janet and gang
myadoptionwebsite.com
journeyt to sophia yilin
I'll start the East Coast prayer chain Thurs a.m.! We are several hours ahead of you so I'll beat the surgeon's wake up call.
Prayers continue…
for sweet, sweet Jubilee,
for Karl, and for ALL of you.
Ah, praying for you and sweet Jubilee! Tears in your ears moments…make you thankful for the God who loves you. He is already at the end of this ordeal. But you already know that, right?
Praying for you,
Sonja
Praying for your sweet little girl and her family.
Praying for sweet Jubilee from Kenya with Kenyan sisters!
Love and hugs,
lisa
P.S. Mark feels you city-driving frustrations. He's our "driver" here where there are no rules, and ya drive on the "wrong side" of the road!
Linny, I am not posting much because I have limited access to blogger… (computer issues!) But I am praying several times a day for Jubilee Karl and the whole family. love you!
Hi Linny…I "met " you as we waited for our girls from China!! Your wait wound much longer than mine.I have loved watching Jubilee blossom while in the loving arms of her family. I will certainly pray that all goes well!! Sending you hugs!!Kathie
Praying for you guys. Praying you have Gods perfect peace.
Oh I am so glad you could have the surgery so fast! I will be praying for sweet Jubilee tomorrow!
I will be fasting and praying for her tomorrow!
Carrie
I will be praying for precious Jubilee Promise tomorrow! Janet