Monday, August 20, 2012

Coming Home

I know many of you have been waiting and praying for Duncan to make his decision and he decided this morning that it would be in his best interest to stay in his country.  As you can imagine it was extremely  heartbreaking as we know the challenges he will face when he leaves the orphanage.  He needs prayer now more than ever.

We are frantically trying to make arrangements to leave the country and I will update everyone later this evening or tomorrow.

I can't thank all of you enough for your continued thoughts and prayers.
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23 comments:

  1. JDAugust 20, 2012 at 6:56 AM

    We wish you a safe return and are sorry to hear that things did not work out as planned. You would have been a wonderful family for Duncan and offered him many opportunities! Our thoughts and prayers are with you. -JD

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  2. Jed and KimberAugust 20, 2012 at 7:13 AM

    Oh my heart breaks for you and Duncan. Sweet, sweet boy. We will pray that God watches over Him every single day of his life and fills your family with peace. I'm so sorry...

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  3. jabremanAugust 20, 2012 at 7:25 AM

    I will continue to send prayers your way and to Duncan for his safety. Blessings of healing to you...Jane in California.

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  4. LibbyAugust 20, 2012 at 7:45 AM

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  5. martaAugust 20, 2012 at 9:03 AM

    Tim & Cathy, my heart is breaking for your family & Duncan... he is missing out on one of the most beautiful, loving, & Godly families I know. As you've said several times, God is in control, & He has a plan & a purpose for this. He is good, He always is, and always will be. His glory will shine through your experiences! God bless y'all! Our prayers are with y'all!

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  6. KimberlyAugust 20, 2012 at 9:07 AM

    I too have continued to follow your journey. I believe that Duncan meeting you was for a divine purpose. You obeyed and went where the Lord sent you and only He knows the reason for everything. I know you made an impact on Duncan's life. Safe travels home and I will continue to keep you in my prayers.

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  7. martaAugust 20, 2012 at 9:20 AM

    Tim & Cathy, my heart is breaking for your family & Duncan... he is missing out on one of the most beautiful, loving, & Godly families I know. As you've said several times, God is in control, & He has a plan & a purpose for this. He is good, He always is, and always will be. His glory will shine through your experiences! God bless y'all! Our prayers are with y'all!

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  8. LibbyAugust 20, 2012 at 10:17 AM

    I will continue to pray for you and Duncan through this difficult time. Have a safe trip home.

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  9. AnonymousAugust 20, 2012 at 10:24 AM

    Oh no! Not what we were wanting to hear of course! I cannot imagine your heartache! Praying for all of you. God's peace be with you and godspeed home!

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  10. KaraAugust 20, 2012 at 10:48 AM

    I am so sorry. Praying for all of you.

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  11. JuliaAugust 20, 2012 at 11:30 AM

    There are NO words for this. I know your hearts are grieved and broken. Praying that God will wrap HIS PEACE in and around your hearts as you come home. Praying for Duncan. Grieving for Duncan. I am so deeply deeply sorry.

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  12. LaraAugust 20, 2012 at 11:40 AM

    I will be praying for him and your family. I'm so sorry.

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  13. CarlaAugust 20, 2012 at 1:16 PM

    So heartbroken for you! Praying peace over your hearts.

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  14. ScottyMumAugust 20, 2012 at 2:31 PM

    So sorry to hear this guys. : ( Feeling a bit of your heartache. We will keep you all and Duncan in our prayers. Again, we are so sorry! Talk to you soon. Love you guys!

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  15. Claire from the Calico CornerAugust 20, 2012 at 3:01 PM

    My heart is broken for both you and Duncan. I'm so sorry...I will most definitely continue praying for this sweet boy...
    God bless you for going out on this journey of faith! I am sure his heart will forever be touched that you cared enough to come all the way to his country to show him you love him. God has a perfect plan in all of this. I'm praying for you, as well.

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  16. BlessedmomAugust 20, 2012 at 5:00 PM

    It's hard that after how much you wanted to give him a better life he preferred to keep things the way they are. Most likely God has some other little one (or not so little) who is desperate to have a family and a home. A child who wants to be adopted is a much better match for any family. I can imagine how difficult it all seems now--but maybe in a few months you'll see clearly why it had to be that way. God bless, Lillian Godone-Maresca

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  17. rosedelAugust 20, 2012 at 5:35 PM

    I will keep Duncan in my prayers. This is so sad. I can't imagine how afraid he is and I am so angry that people there would feed that fear. I will pray for those people as well, that God will change their hearts.

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  18. LoraAugust 20, 2012 at 8:38 PM

    Prayers. It is hard for us to imagine having to make such a decision, and yet he could have had SO MUCH if he had said YES! Truly heartbreaking. :(

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  19. CarolynAugust 20, 2012 at 11:15 PM

    I am so sorry. The Lord bless you and keep you.

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  20. Card CrafterAugust 21, 2012 at 7:15 AM

    Praying through my tears.

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  21. southernmomAugust 21, 2012 at 9:17 AM

    If you'd consider another boy about to age out, I know of one who really does want a family (all of his friends have made it to the US already!). You can email me at consideringouroptions@yahoo.com

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  22. RachelAugust 21, 2012 at 6:20 PM

    Praying for strength of heart and mind for you all.

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  23. LysaLyAugust 21, 2012 at 10:16 PM

    Hugs to you both (and to the boys at home). There must be a bigger plan for your huge hearts and home. You have always shown such grace and faith. Safe travels to you. Praying for Duncan and his future.

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