Kevin, Jack and Jensen- Welcome to the Party!

Thank you Lonni for inviting Kevin, Jack and Jensen!


Kevin

Boy, born January 2004
PRC albinism, ametropia, amblyopia
Kevin is generally happy and healthy. He needs to wear sunglasses outside. He is cognitively normal, and attends kindergarten.
$23.00 is available towards the cost of my adoption!


JACK and JENSEN for Jon and Angela — NV


Many years ago, at different times and in different cities, two incredibly special baby boys were born into the world. Both were precious and beautiful children from the moment they came into being and the world is, without a doubt, better for having them in it. “Jensen” was born first. He is said to be a quiet yet friendly child who is calm and loves people, animals, nature and crafts. While he lives with Cerebral Palsy, his condition does not define him. There is so much more to this amazing young man and his waiting family longs to bring him opportunities that he cannot get without a family. It has been relayed to his waiting family that Jensen is worried that a family will never come for him and he is afraid of reaching his next birthday without a family (which would mean that he would forever lose his chance at being adopted). While his family does not know when he will be told that they are coming for him, they pray his heart can be shielded from this stress and pain during this unnerving time. Born next was precious “Jack”. This little angel was born with an incredibly rare genetic condition called Xeroderma Pigmentosum (XP) and, unfortunately, with the demands of this life-threatening illness, his needs are exceptionally difficult to manage in his country of origin. When this baby boy came into alternative care, it quickly became clear that, in an orphanage setting, it would be an uphill battle to provide him with what he needs to avoid the many dangers that are faced by children living with XP- most importantly cancer and a very premature death. While this boy has been loved by orphanage staff and missions teams who have visited him, he has waited for just under a decade for someone to claim him as their son and provide him with what all children need and deserve- love, family, stability, dedication, proper medical care and hope. While he does not yet know about his waiting family either, he should be getting to meet them soon as there are attempts being made to expedite the adoption process as much as possible because of his extreme medical needs. Jack is a spunky little fighter and his best chance at survival is coming home to his loving family.

The family that has stepped forward for both wonderful boys has said “Yes! We will absolutely do everything in our power to bring our sons-to-be home as quickly as possible and we will move heaven and earth to provide them with everything they need and deserve.” This family does not wish to be thought of as heroic or saintly though. While they realize that these children will now be given lives that they could not get in an orphanage or foster facility setting, they truly feel as if they are the blessed ones in this situation. They will now get to love on these sweet, compassionate and amazing young boys who both have very special spirits and very special places in the hearts of their family-members-to-be. No matter what battles they may face with the care of their new sons, this family knows that they will do all that is necessary for their care and well-being and that they will enjoy and make the most of however long it is that they have together. While Jack’s condition is life-threatening and comes, most typically, with a significantly reduced life span (especially in the case of those living untreated for prolonged periods of time as has Jack), the hope is that once this little guy gets home to his new country, new state, new family and new medical team, his health will be able to be properly assessed by professionals with expertise in his rare condition and that he will be put on a path that will allow him a long, healthy and happy life. Surely that is what we all hope for this child. While his condition cannot be cured, it can be managed better here in the states than it can be in an orphanage setting in his country of origin. While the waiting family originally committed to Jack alone, they knew that they wanted to welcome Jensen into the family as well as soon as they learned of him and they could not allow this sweet young man to age out never knowing the love and security of a family. People say that there are no guarantees in life but this family guarantees that they will love their new children to no end and that they will make sure they have what they need to be put in the best position possible. While this family can provide for all of Jack’s and Jensen’s needs once they get home, they could very much use assistance in getting to the point where the boys actually can come home. Please search your heart and determine whether or not you can help them with the financial aspect of the adoption process. You will enjoy getting to know this family virtually and you will surely be pleased by reading more about their precious sons-and brothers-to-be. Hopefully you will agree to step alongside not only these beautiful young boys, but also their soon-to-be-dad (a wonderfully devoted husband, father and active duty military member), mom (a fiercely dedicated wife and mother as well as a skilled secondary school teacher), big brothers and baby sister (all of whom are thrilled to be welcoming new siblings into the family). Whether you keep this family and, most importantly, these children in your thoughts and prayers or you sow into the family’s adoption fund, you will be an immensely positive force in all of their lives. You will forever have this family’s heart and gratitude for helping them along in the adoption process and for caring about their new children. Blessings, peace and love to all of you!
4/16/13—DOSSIER IN COUNTRY
Follow the family’s adoption journey on their blog at http://ourfamilysescapades.blogspot.com/ $12210.71 is available towards the cost of my adoption!



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"Somewhere there's a little boy growing up on his own
When he wants to feel the arms of love and a hope he's never known
Across town there's a woman who's looking at a photograph
She longs to give her heart away to a child she couldn't have
Tonight he needs the strength to just hold on
And she believes deep in her heart that day is gonna come

You just may be
The answer to a prayer
The one to meet a need
And you just may be
The only heaven some will ever see
You just may be

 A baby girl is born to face the world alone
While a mom and dad are on their knees praying for a little one
Half a world away three brothers in a foster home
Are dreaming of a family they can call their own
Well that family leaves tomorrow for the Philippines
And that mom and dad got the call they waited years to receive

 You just may be
The answer to a prayer
The one to meet a need
And you just may be
The only heaven some will ever see

 You just may be the hope to hold on to
Be the hand that pulls them through
A single ray of loves that shines so true

 You just may be
The answer to a prayer
The one to meet a need
And you just may be
The only heaven some will ever see

Oh, the one who leads them to believe
The only heaven some will ever see
You just may be"

 

~ Karyn Williams "Just May Be"