This video is an introduction to our family and our response to God calling us to adoption.
Thanks for watching!
Wednesday, January 16, 2013
Monday, January 14, 2013
Bring Eliana Home - Scentsy Party!
We are having an online "Bring Eliana Home" Scentsy Party!
It's called "Bring Eliana Home," because my sweet friend and Scentsy consultant, Jennie is donating her commission to our adoption fund! Thank you, Jennie!
Please shop now through the end of January, and help us bring our precious daughter home.
Click on the link below to shop the party from now until the end of January!
https://jennieyoung.scentsy.us/Scentsy/Buy?partyId=131215808
If you prefer to shop through a catalog instead of online, or if you would like to check out the scent samples, just let me know. I can get those things to you (locally).
Thank you!
~Candice
Thursday, January 10, 2013
God has blessed us!
I am proud to announce, we have found our Eliana!
We are so excited to introduce you to our
daughter. We anticipate being able to
travel to bring her home this spring! She
will be just under 2 years old at that time.
Thank you all for praying for our family during this journey of ups and
downs. God is so good, and He has been
faithful to lead us. All praise and
glory to Him!!!
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord,
plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11
Monday, January 7, 2013
Feelings
"Give glory to the Lord, the God of Israel, and honor Him." Joshua 7:19
Today I am basking in the feeling of contentment! My background music for the day is the giggles and playful words of my two amazing little boys. And I delight in knowing that soon the giggles and words of a little girl will join the chorus. I am feeling blessed! I am feeling an excitement, and a joy because God has set us on this journey of parenthood.
However, the Holy Spirit reminds me that it is NOT about feelings. Feelings are fleeting. Moods quickly change. Tempers flare. I am human. I am imperfect.
What it IS about, is OBEDIENCE! Obedience while walking the path that God has laid out for me, relying on His strength to get me through my human weaknesses, and ultimately, bringing glory to HIS GREAT NAME!
God is so good, and He deserves ALL of our praise! In the good times and in the bad times. Thank you God for being a loving father!
May my actions today be glorifying to Him!
~Candice
Today I am basking in the feeling of contentment! My background music for the day is the giggles and playful words of my two amazing little boys. And I delight in knowing that soon the giggles and words of a little girl will join the chorus. I am feeling blessed! I am feeling an excitement, and a joy because God has set us on this journey of parenthood.
However, the Holy Spirit reminds me that it is NOT about feelings. Feelings are fleeting. Moods quickly change. Tempers flare. I am human. I am imperfect.
What it IS about, is OBEDIENCE! Obedience while walking the path that God has laid out for me, relying on His strength to get me through my human weaknesses, and ultimately, bringing glory to HIS GREAT NAME!
God is so good, and He deserves ALL of our praise! In the good times and in the bad times. Thank you God for being a loving father!
May my actions today be glorifying to Him!
~Candice
Monday, November 12, 2012
November is National Adoption Awareness Month
"He defends the cause of the fatherless and the widow, and loves the foreigner residing among you, giving them food and clothing." Deuteronomy 10:18
November is National Adoption Awareness Month.
Many people wonder how they can be a part of this wonderful movement when they are not in a position to adopt. The ways are countless!
Here is a great blog post from Lifeline Children's Services (the adoption agency we are using) about ways to get involved.
You can also read my blog post from National Adoption Awareness month 2011.
Here are just a few of my suggestions:
PRAYER - Our God listens to us! Hallelujah! Isn't it amazing that The Creator cares for us, and wants to hear the cries of our hearts? It blows me away! The name that we have chosen for our little girl is Eliana, which is Hebrew for "My God Answers." And yes, He does answer our prayers. So commit to praying about adoption this month.
Pray for the children who have no family.
Pray for the children that wait for their families to bring them home.
Pray for the families in the adoption process.
Pray for the families who are transitioning to life with a newly adopted child.
Pray for God to show you other ways that He wants you to be involved in feeding and clothing the fatherless.
DONATE YOUR TIME - Time is something that we all wish we had more of these days. We all have busy lives full of appointments. However, when you take the time to help a friend in need, the blessing comes back to you.
Take a meal to a family who has recently welcomed an adopted child.
Send a text, email or make a phone call to encourage a friend in the adoption process (whether in the waiting stage or in the newly home stage)
Help organize a fundraiser for a family who feels called to adopt.
Spend time with foster children in your area. There are many organizations that you can get involved with that will facilitate this for you. If you are in East Alabama check out http://www.ourbighouse.org/.
DONATE YOUR RESOURCES - Unfortunately, the adoption process does not come without cost. There are agency fees, government clearances, and travel costs associated with adoption. Many adoptive families fund raise to aid in bringing their child/children home.
Donate sky miles to a family who will be flying as a part of the adoption process.
Attend adoption fund raising events (yard sales, in home parties, etc.).
Give money to a fund raising family, and include a note of encouragement (now you've donated your time & resources!).
Donate items to your local foster care outreach organization (it's easy to find out what they need, just ask).
Donate to a reputable organization that cares for the fatherless. A personal favorite of mine is http://thesoundofhope.org/.
There are a million other ways that you can get involved, all you have to do is pray and allow the Holy Spirit to guide you.
"Defend the weak and the fatherless; uphold the cause of the poor and oppressed." Psalm 82:3
November is National Adoption Awareness Month.
Many people wonder how they can be a part of this wonderful movement when they are not in a position to adopt. The ways are countless!
Here is a great blog post from Lifeline Children's Services (the adoption agency we are using) about ways to get involved.
You can also read my blog post from National Adoption Awareness month 2011.
Here are just a few of my suggestions:
PRAYER - Our God listens to us! Hallelujah! Isn't it amazing that The Creator cares for us, and wants to hear the cries of our hearts? It blows me away! The name that we have chosen for our little girl is Eliana, which is Hebrew for "My God Answers." And yes, He does answer our prayers. So commit to praying about adoption this month.
Pray for the children who have no family.
Pray for the children that wait for their families to bring them home.
Pray for the families in the adoption process.
Pray for the families who are transitioning to life with a newly adopted child.
Pray for God to show you other ways that He wants you to be involved in feeding and clothing the fatherless.
DONATE YOUR TIME - Time is something that we all wish we had more of these days. We all have busy lives full of appointments. However, when you take the time to help a friend in need, the blessing comes back to you.
Take a meal to a family who has recently welcomed an adopted child.
Send a text, email or make a phone call to encourage a friend in the adoption process (whether in the waiting stage or in the newly home stage)
Help organize a fundraiser for a family who feels called to adopt.
Spend time with foster children in your area. There are many organizations that you can get involved with that will facilitate this for you. If you are in East Alabama check out http://www.ourbighouse.org/.
DONATE YOUR RESOURCES - Unfortunately, the adoption process does not come without cost. There are agency fees, government clearances, and travel costs associated with adoption. Many adoptive families fund raise to aid in bringing their child/children home.
Donate sky miles to a family who will be flying as a part of the adoption process.
Attend adoption fund raising events (yard sales, in home parties, etc.).
Give money to a fund raising family, and include a note of encouragement (now you've donated your time & resources!).
Donate items to your local foster care outreach organization (it's easy to find out what they need, just ask).
Donate to a reputable organization that cares for the fatherless. A personal favorite of mine is http://thesoundofhope.org/.
There are a million other ways that you can get involved, all you have to do is pray and allow the Holy Spirit to guide you.
"Defend the weak and the fatherless; uphold the cause of the poor and oppressed." Psalm 82:3
Thursday, November 8, 2012
It was a Semester of FUN!
"The trumpeters and musicians joined in unison to give praise and thanks to the Lord." 2 Chronicles 5:13
Today was Big D's last day of Music Class for the semester.
It is a sad day, because we have enjoyed spending this one-on-one time together so much.
But more importantly, it is a day that I am filled with pride because of the growth I have seen in my little guy over the last eight weeks.
Big D has learned so much during his time in Music Class. He has learned more about following rules and being a part of the group. He has also learned about making a joyful noise, and he does it so well!
Thanks again, GiGi, for giving us this opportunity!
Today was Big D's last day of Music Class for the semester.
It is a sad day, because we have enjoyed spending this one-on-one time together so much.
But more importantly, it is a day that I am filled with pride because of the growth I have seen in my little guy over the last eight weeks.
Big D has learned so much during his time in Music Class. He has learned more about following rules and being a part of the group. He has also learned about making a joyful noise, and he does it so well!
Thanks again, GiGi, for giving us this opportunity!
Monday, November 5, 2012
Trick or Treat!
The Stoves family had an awesome time playing dress up and collecting treats on Halloween!
We took the costume thing to the next level this year with a fun pirate theme.
Both of the boys dressed up as adorable, lovable pirates.
They set sail in their pirate ship to collect some yummy treasures throughout our neighborhood.
And yes, we even had our own soundtrack!
We took the costume thing to the next level this year with a fun pirate theme.
Both of the boys dressed up as adorable, lovable pirates.
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