Sunday, November 29, 2009

blessed

This weekend, Mike and I have been blessed in such a huge way.
Right after the bankrupcty happened, people wanted to do things for us. It was so nice, but there was really nothing to be done and at that point we didn't know if we had a future with this adoption. As soon as we knew we needed more $ to make things happen, a fundraiser was planned. My sister and cousin took up the challenge and made it happen.
Well, it happened last night. What a night!!! We used a friend's barn, booked a great band and friends brought wonderful treats. It was such a special evening.
About 150 came and showered us with love and support. It is very humbling to receive such love. We are so very appreciative and just full of gratitude - for everyone involved and everyone that came. Thank you so much for the financal support. The numbers aren't all in yet but so far we have enough to pay our fees plus a good chunk of our traveling expenses. What a blessing!!!
Thanks to Beth and Sheri - the driving force behind it all. To Len and Lynnette for their help on the Villages side. To Aunt Mim for phoning and inviting the Cober's - which is a big job! and for her help in the kitchen that night. Thanks to Val for putting together a wonderful power point of photos of Ethiopia and informative facts and trivia. Thanks to Arnica for allowing us to use her photos. Thanks to Carol for allowing us to use her beautiful barn. Thanks to Don and Stand Firm for blessing us and rocking out the barn!!!!!
I didn't say a speech last night and so didn't blubber -which is good. But i did have a few thoughts rolling around in my head as i observed our friends and family mingling and having a good time.
Adoption comes from pain. Our child will suffer many losses to become part of our family. But as I looked across the room last night i knew that our child will gain this community as their family and friends and will be so blessed to know all of you and have you in his/her life.
I cant wait till we have our next party - the band is booked and the pig (roasted of course) is on stand by. It will be amazing to celebrate our child home at last!!
The barn decorated in an African theme

Stand Firm and 'Rock on' Don

Bring down the house -or shall we say barn


oh the Food - wonderful goodness!!

shot from the balcony:

7 comments:

Val and Brad said...

Hello Mike and Brenda,
We're so glad that you guys had a wonderful time last night, and were able to see how much you're both loved and supported. Pictures look great. Wanted to let you know that pictures 3 and 5 won't come up in either of my browsers though. Don't know if anyone else is having same issues, but would be fun if we could see all the pictures that you are excited about:)

Derrick, Alysia, and Levi said...

Wow, that is so cool! The barn looks awesome! That must have been a blast. Glad it was such a success!

Alysia

Anonymous said...

Glad the party went well - we will definitely NOT miss the next one - and hope it's sooner than later!!

Janice

Stephanie said...

So glad we could be there....it was a great evening!!! Can't wait for the next one!

Steph :-)

Anonymous said...

Wonderful, it sounds like you have an amazing support system, good for you!

Vaneesa said...

I'm so glad it went well and that you are so supported in this journey. Maybe looking back going through this difficult time will end up being a blessing as it has allowed many to rally around you. Sorry we weren't able to be there, but I look forward to hearing more and am glad that all is good to move forward! Blessings!

Karen said...

How wonderful!! :) I would say you guys and your anticipated little one are dearly loved. It makes me teary- in a good way.