The Perfect Poem

I was shopping on a website that is geared toward children's toys, clothes and the like (that's correct... we don't even have a baby yet and I'm already constantly shopping for them. Not buying... just window shopping, if you will).

Anyway, I came across this poem that really spoke to me. I have no idea who wrote it so if you happen to find it and know, I'd love to give credit to the author. I love it so much I think I'm going to put it in the nursery.

(just a side note, if you are a cryer, have the tissues ready!)


The Chosen Heart

Longing for a child to love,
I'd wish upon the stars above.
In my heart I always knew,
A part of me was meant for you.

I think how happy we will be,
Once I adopt you, and you adopt me.

I dream of all the joy you'll bring,
Imagining even the littlest things.
The way it will feel to hold you tight,
And tuck you in every night

The drawings on the refrigerator door,
And childhood toys across the floor.
The favorite stories read again and again,
And hours of games with make-believe friends.

The day you took my outstreached hand,
A journey ended, but our lives began.
Still mesmerized by your sweet face,
Still warmed inside by our first embrace.

I promised to give you a happy home,
And a loving family all your own.
A house you've now made complete.
With laughter, smiles and tiny feet.

A parent is one who guides the way,
Know I will be there everyday.
Rest easy as each night you sleep,
A lifetime of love is yours to keep.

Longing for a child to love,
I'd wish upon the stars above.
In my heart I always knew,
A part of me belonged to you.

Success!

Today was the delivery day for our sandwich sale fundraiser. I have to confess, it made me feel really good to see so many friends and co-workers willing to support us, even if it was with something as simple as buying themselves a tasty (and affordable!) lunch.

It's easy to get down sometimes during this process, especially when the goal seems such a long, long way off in the distance, but I try to hold on to days like this, when I'm reminded that we're not going through it alone.

I know this is kind of a short post, but I just wanted to put a little bit of my happiness out there for everyone. Thanks!