One final fundraiser ...
I know I've said it before and I'll say it again ... we have been truly blessed by the support that we have received thus far ... for that, we are forever thankful. Over the past few months, we have held a few different fundraisers in an effort to help offset the tremendous costs of our adoption. We will be traveling to Russia again in less than one week, thus our final fundraiser.
Late last week we learned that Kyle's employer decided to cut the schedules of all salary employees by one day, meaning he is now only being paid for four days a week instead of five ... effective this week. Normally we would not even share this sort of thing with others, but it has significantly impacted us at an very bad time. Additionally, we learned yesterday that we have now have an additional and substantial cost related to our adoption that was completely unexpected.
A few of you have indicated a desire to help us directly. So, in our final fundraising effort, we have created the below donation button. For anyone who does not wish to use paypal, our mailing address can be found at the top of this blog. I personally hang my head low, as it is not my personality to accept from others. Typically, I find myself to be the one that gives to others. Alas, for Addison's sake, I must set my pride aside and accept your incredible support ... I am truly humbled by all of you.
We have been blessed to have been given some great products to support us in our adoption journey. We will be giving these things away randomly to someone {more than one person, actually} that has supported us on our journey. Take a look at what you could soon be holding in your hands ...
Petunia Pickle Bottom Girl Gift Set {$136 retail value} ... includes 3-pc swaddle blankets, 3-pc onesies and 3-pc socks.
Baby Cakes $100 gift certificate ... get great products for babies, toddlers and moms.
And I am desperately trying to find one other special prize, but I've sort of been limited in store stock. ;) Check back, because I'll post about it here if and when I find it.
This post will remain "active" until we return home safe and sound with our angel. Please pray for us as we travel and more importantly, pray that the Court will see fit to waive our 10-day waiting period!
Much love to everyone!
Late last week we learned that Kyle's employer decided to cut the schedules of all salary employees by one day, meaning he is now only being paid for four days a week instead of five ... effective this week. Normally we would not even share this sort of thing with others, but it has significantly impacted us at an very bad time. Additionally, we learned yesterday that we have now have an additional and substantial cost related to our adoption that was completely unexpected.
A few of you have indicated a desire to help us directly. So, in our final fundraising effort, we have created the below donation button. For anyone who does not wish to use paypal, our mailing address can be found at the top of this blog. I personally hang my head low, as it is not my personality to accept from others. Typically, I find myself to be the one that gives to others. Alas, for Addison's sake, I must set my pride aside and accept your incredible support ... I am truly humbled by all of you.
We have been blessed to have been given some great products to support us in our adoption journey. We will be giving these things away randomly to someone {more than one person, actually} that has supported us on our journey. Take a look at what you could soon be holding in your hands ...
Petunia Pickle Bottom Girl Gift Set {$136 retail value} ... includes 3-pc swaddle blankets, 3-pc onesies and 3-pc socks.
Baby Cakes $100 gift certificate ... get great products for babies, toddlers and moms.And I am desperately trying to find one other special prize, but I've sort of been limited in store stock. ;) Check back, because I'll post about it here if and when I find it.This post will remain "active" until we return home safe and sound with our angel. Please pray for us as we travel and more importantly, pray that the Court will see fit to waive our 10-day waiting period!
Much love to everyone!