Saturday, December 15, 2007

Yes, We are OUT!!

Just got the call...we are out of PGN as of yesterday! We are in shock. I did not expect it to happen today. Our case worker was notified today that the attorney picked up our papers on Friday! More details to come...

We are rejoicing in His perfect timing!!

Quick story on the song: Last night we attended a production of Handel's "Messiah". This is an every other year-ish tradition to go with some of the staff at church. We drive to a college 2 hours away, have a nice dinner, get a peppermint shake at Whities, then listen to the "Messiah". We went our first year on staff, when we were expecting Hannah. I was about 5 months along, and she was flipping around like crazy inside during all of the chorus sections. I had felt her move some before, but nothing like that! So, I had really been praying that last night would be the night that we heard we were out of PGN, just because of the memories that trip already held for me. I had also praying that Joseph would get out of PGN, and we would be out the next day. But, no call last night, I was a little bummed, but knew His timing was better than my ideals. Come to find out today, we were out last night (the attorney was busy picking up our papers, and the call was made today...go Pedro Go!) the day of the "Messiah" and a day after Joseph's family officially found out that they were out. What sweet answers to prayer!

We are so humbled by all of you that have been so diligently petitioning the Lord on our behalf! Thanks and praise be to our Lord!

44 comments:

Stephanie said...

Praising with you!!! Congrats!!! I can't imagine the joy you are feeling!!! Praying she comes home soon!!

Jami said...

HALLELUJAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Oh Whitney I am REJOICING with you!!

Praise God!!

Amy said...

Praising the Lord for His faithfulness in walking you through this journey. I am sure that He will continue to lead you through the many years to come with Ellie!

She will be blessed by being a part of your forever family!

Leslie said...

PRAISE THE LORD!!! We are so excited for you guys and for little Ellie to be coming home! How wonderful it will be to have a new little girl in the house! We cannot wait to meet Ellie and watch her grow! We love you guys!
Love, The Schellenbergs

Bekah said...

AHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!! How AWESOME! Praise the Lord for this most amazing Christmas gift!

Teresa said...

OH MY! Rejoicing with you guys. Jerelyn called me with the news! I can't believe what I am feeling, so I can't even imagine what you are feeling!

mjdav said...

Ellie's coming home-thank you Lord! What a wonderful Christmas Blessing to know your family will be complete soon!

Em said...

This is just the news I've been hoping to hear this week. What a beautiful Christmas gift!

Rejoicing with you through teary eyes!!

Emily

Rose said...

awwwwwww.I have chills!!!!!! I said Friday, didn't I???yay!!! congrats!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Erika said...

Tears are in my eyes!!!!!!! I'm sure you are overwhelmed by God's blessing, and praising Him! Rejoicing with you today!

Leah said...

This was my second check on your blog today. I just felt you might be out any day. The Lord is good to give you this gift just days before we celebrate His giving us His best gift! Something you'll remember each Christmas that passes by I assure you. Praying for a speedy pink...at least you do not have to wait for an orange as well. :)

Kim & Dave said...

Oh, PTL!!!

I found your blog through the adoption.com forums.

Praying you get to bring her home soon!

Anonymous said...

PRAISE THE LORD AGAIN AND AGAIN AND AGAIN AND AGAIN AND AGAIN!!! I just got CHILLS and my eyes teared up right on cue too!! I am so excited for you guys...I feel so close to Ellie through your updates etc.. I just can't wait to give her a hug (she'll probably think I am nuts or somehting...) I can only 'imagine' the feeling of shock, wonder, and awe you are all feeling right now. What a blessing!! Praying for you all!!!!!!!!!
LOVE in Christ,
Rosie..........:)

Deidre said...

I am so excited for you!!! What wonderful news!! Praying she will get a quick pink!!

Ellie said...

OMG... OMG... OMG...

ELLIE IS COMING HOME!!!!

HALLELUAJAH~~~~~

I am so excited for you!!!!

Many Many Hugs

Ellie

Mom B said...

You have delighted yourself in the Lord, even when the wait was hard. Your heart was constantly lining up with His Word, and He is granting you the desire of your heart. Praise His gracious hand to our family!
Love you all!

Mom&Dad to A & J said...

Great News!! It's been a great week. Rejoicing with you!
Erin

Anonymous said...

YYYYYYYYEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEESSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!
Praising God with you!! What a perfect early Christmas gift to you and your family!! Praying for a speedy pink!! :)

hello somebody said...

Congratulations!!!!! What a wonderful Christmas gift!
Sheri

Anonymous said...

Oh, Whitney!!! I am so THRILLED for you guys and for Ellie! What an answer to prayer, and what a fabulous Christmas blessing. God is INDEED faithful. Thanking him on your behalf... :)

Courtney said...

CONGRATS .............. WE ARE SO HAPPY AND EXCITED FOR YOU. WHAT GREAT NEWS TO HEAR OVER THE WEEKEND. I HOPE WE ARE NEXT. COURTNEY

Ashley Weaver said...

Yeah Whitney! I check your blog several times a day just to see if there is good news...and this is awesome! I'm so psyched for you and Ellie...Vane...Maria...whatever name you put on that birth certificate with Bennett for a last name! Woo Hoo!

Emily said...

What wonderful news!!!!! Congratulations to your family.

Jill Phillips said...

We are doing cartwheels over here celebrating with you. What a fun surprise to find news on a Saturday ... I wasn't expecting to find such good news on a weekend. Praise the Lord!

Anonymous said...

Many congratulations to you and your family!!!

Julia Bennett said...

YEA, YEA, YEA, YEA, YEA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

We are so happy for you! Can't wait to meet our new niece!

Katie said...

AWESOME !!!! PTL !!!!

Shelly said...

Whitney,

Praise the Lord!! What a great day you've had!

Wouldn't it be neat if you traveled at the same time as Tim and Erin?

Congratulations!

Shelly

The Wilkens Family said...

Yeah!! I just read your news! How exciting, I can only imagine the joy you and your family must be feeling! Praise God for this wonderful news!

Chris and Lindsey Wheeler said...

I AM SO, SO EXCITED FOR Y'ALL!!!! Praise the Lord....He is so faithful.....through the good and the bad. Thank you for your constant encouragement. I am about to go and read that Psalms before bed. Pray that a miracle will happen on Monday. I was pretty bummed today when we didn't get our approval in the mail. Okay, can't wait until you are home with your precious Ellie!!

Blessings,
Lindsey Wheeler

Aim said...

Congrats!! What a wonderful Christmas gift it will be to know that soon you will all be together forever. We are so happy for you all. Blessings to you and your family.

Sheryl said...

Congratulations Whitney! We are so thrilled for you guys and can't wait to see God's timing in all of this!

Jenn said...

CONGRATULATIONS!!!! I am so excited for you guys! What a great Christmas present!

Anonymous said...

Praise God!!!! We are SO happy for your family! We pray your sweet daughter will be in your arms SOON!!!
love,
Blake and Rachel

Anonymous said...

I just had to shout your good news to Eric upstairs when I heard your phone message!! We have prayed every day for you (and will continue to). And today we'll turn our prayer of petition into a song of praise! We are rejoicing with you every step of the way! What JOY, JOY, JOY!!

Love,
Lisa

hannah said...

Praise the Lord!!! I can't imagine how excited you are. I will continue to pray for you and your family. This is wonderful that Ellie, Jett, Joseph, and Sara Beth have all gotten great and wonderful news this week. The Lord is just showing that He is still in control. Praying for a speedy PINK.

Grammy said...

Dear Whitney,
Beautifulresponses to your news (I always read them) and our hearts join others in tears of Joy in thanking God for being faithful and true to your steadfast confidence in His goodness.
We love you all.
Grammy and Gramps

Amanda and Paul said...

We are so excited for you!! She is coming home to be with her family!!

jajbs said...

PRAISE HIM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I just got home from out of town and sat down to check my blogs. I flet like I should check yours first... so glad I did. I am SO happy for you and cannot wait until you get down there!

God has been so faithful and I have gained so much faith and encouragement from you. You are a mighty woman of faith and it is exciting to see God's faithfulness to your family.... get to packing!!!

amanda

Paul and DeeDee said...

YAY!!!! I am so excited for you guys! Praise God! Love you both!

Anonymous said...

Daniel & Whitney,
What an answer to much prayer!!! I echo the Hallelujah with you! Thank you Lord, for this sweet Christmas gift for this wonderful family! We are sooooo excited for you and cannot wait to meet Ellie in person and give her a big hug. Thank you for being such a Christ-like example during this whole process, it has been such an encouragement reading your blog and watching the Lord's timing. Praying for PINK! :)

Cheryl said...

So happy for you all!!! Praising HIM for your Christmas joy...

Love from the Dreyers

Daniel Bennett said...

I'm in a meeting and bored...I'd like to see some new posts! I love you.

Anonymous said...

Praise the Lord! We are so thankful to hear your great news! God is so good and so faithful. He is granting you the desires of your hearts.