Have you ever had a person in your life that just makes you happy? Maybe even several? Like, no matter how uncomfortable, scared, uneasy, upset, or just moody you are, you can’t walk away from that person without a smile on your face.
Almost two weekends ago, I had the pleasure of spending time with my cousins in Kentucky to speak about my precious Sophia at their church! A couple of blogs before this one, I was writing about this, kind of, nervous feeling I had about going. I honestly don’t understand why now, but it took a lot of courage to do that.
While I had this uneasy feeling, I had a great hour and a half chat with my cousin, Howard, on the way down. When you talk with Howard and his wife, Tammy, together, you can’t walk away not smiling.
Almost two weekends ago, I had the pleasure of spending time with my cousins in Kentucky to speak about my precious Sophia at their church! A couple of blogs before this one, I was writing about this, kind of, nervous feeling I had about going. I honestly don’t understand why now, but it took a lot of courage to do that.
While I had this uneasy feeling, I had a great hour and a half chat with my cousin, Howard, on the way down. When you talk with Howard and his wife, Tammy, together, you can’t walk away not smiling.
One thing that I’m assured of every time I talk with Tammy, is that we serve a God of details. Every tiny detail matters!
I think one reason why we have a special bond, is because she told me that before I was even born, she knew what I looked like. Before my mom was even pregnant with me, Tammy had a dream that my mom was holding a baby…about a four month old baby girl, with dark, dark hair! She said my parents looked at her like she was crazy when she was telling them this, but just months after, my mom was expecting a little girl….me!
I love that story she tells.
And, one of the very many people that make me feel so loved, and so happy is Tammy Houston. She makes me feel like I can do anything.
I think one reason why we have a special bond, is because she told me that before I was even born, she knew what I looked like. Before my mom was even pregnant with me, Tammy had a dream that my mom was holding a baby…about a four month old baby girl, with dark, dark hair! She said my parents looked at her like she was crazy when she was telling them this, but just months after, my mom was expecting a little girl….me!
I love that story she tells.
And, one of the very many people that make me feel so loved, and so happy is Tammy Houston. She makes me feel like I can do anything.
I got back from China on a Tuesday in hot, humid June weather. I don’t see Howard and Tammy a lot since they live so far away, but I saw them the Saturday after I got back from China, at our cousin’s graduation party. It was no mistake.
I brought my laptop and showed everybody pictures of the sights, the children at MBHOH, and the little girl who captured my heart…..Miss Franky.
Being back in the states for just a few days from a trip like that, I was still trying to process everything. I was still very emotional. A long talk with Tammy was just what I needed at that time. I told her all about Franky, story after story of her sweet smile and personality. I cried in fear that I would never see her again, but I left with faith that if it was in God’s favor, that He would move mountains.
Weeks after, I received text messages out of the blue from Howard about God’s faithfulness, almighty strength, and encouragement to not lose hope.
About a month and a half later, Howard and Tammy were very happy to hear that we had been matched with our girl and that Franky would soon be Sophia and have a family and home!
I brought my laptop and showed everybody pictures of the sights, the children at MBHOH, and the little girl who captured my heart…..Miss Franky.
Being back in the states for just a few days from a trip like that, I was still trying to process everything. I was still very emotional. A long talk with Tammy was just what I needed at that time. I told her all about Franky, story after story of her sweet smile and personality. I cried in fear that I would never see her again, but I left with faith that if it was in God’s favor, that He would move mountains.
Weeks after, I received text messages out of the blue from Howard about God’s faithfulness, almighty strength, and encouragement to not lose hope.
About a month and a half later, Howard and Tammy were very happy to hear that we had been matched with our girl and that Franky would soon be Sophia and have a family and home!
Flash forward to the random text message just two weeks ago, asking if I would come and sing a few songs and tell my story at the Houston’s church in Kentucky.
Although I’m not a great public speaker, I really feel like I was meant to go down there. As God spoke to me through the sweet people at Paint Lick Baptist, I’ve heard that God spoke through me as well.
I went about 20 minutes over of my time I was told to talk, but…..you can’t say that I didn’t warn them that I was a talker. ;) It was really great. I was happy with how I did, and I’m usually not that way. I sang a couple of songs and quickly told my story of finding Franky.
Aside from that, I had a wonderful weekend spent with my cousins, Howard, Tammy, Blake, April, and Brandon. I love you guys!
I went about 20 minutes over of my time I was told to talk, but…..you can’t say that I didn’t warn them that I was a talker. ;) It was really great. I was happy with how I did, and I’m usually not that way. I sang a couple of songs and quickly told my story of finding Franky.
Aside from that, I had a wonderful weekend spent with my cousins, Howard, Tammy, Blake, April, and Brandon. I love you guys!
Oh! And get this! Just a few days ago, I was asked to come back! Whooo!
I love happy weekends in the life of Emily Edwards. And, I feel like there will be many more to come! I have the pleasure of singing a song written by myself, called, “You Are Loved,” (otherwise known as “Sophie’s Song.”) tomorrow at my homeschooling co-op’s program. I’ve had a cold this week, so please pray that I will get my voice back in time! We will also have a table set up with info about adoption how you can help bring our Sophia HOME! :) Thank you all so much for your encouragement, kind words, and love towards my family.
Happy Weekend!
-Emily
-Emily
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