Hip-Hip-Hooray

Yay!  We passed court!  Actually last week, but internet has been sketchy and it wouldn't let me sign in to post a new blog.  The day of court when it was time to go in and see the judge,  J grabbed both of his brothers on either side of him and they all put their arms around each other.  And that's how they walked down the hall, in brotherly solidarity having faith that this time it would turn out good.  The whole time in the court I was nervous because of what happened last time, but was so relieved and grateful that the ruling was favorable!  J and all of us were very happy the whole day, it was what we all had been waiting for, for SO long.  Our days are filled with the boys playing games, playing in the pool, eating out, doing school, figuring out our new family dynamic.... It will be a challenging road for us all, but so rewarding.  Every day presents challenges as I learn how to be his mommy and he learns how to be my son and a brother.  But each day also brings such joy laughter as sweet moments are shared.  Yesterday I was awakened by J loudly singing worship music and praying out loud on his bed.  Cade joined in the best he could, not knowing all the same songs.  They did this for about 30 minutes.  When I went in Das had his ears plugged and said, "Mom, it's so annoying can u please make them stop?!"  lol  Another time J was telling me about how somebody had wronged him and he said, " Mom you know I forgive her though because that is what the bible says to do."   Wow! Forgiveness is so hard.  For so long God has seen it fit to not change his circumstances, but change his heart.  To not hold grudges, to trust and have faith that God had a plan for him.  J is such an example to us all and I feel honored God has chosen me to be his mother.  Please pray for him during this transition time and pray things can get done speedily and the seven of us can all be under one roof!  Thank you dear friends for your support and prayers!!