Sunday, January 23, 2011

..."when you're sad...

...do something nice for someone else ..."

this is what my Mom used to tell me when I was a little girl and still tells me!

so leave me a nice comment... cheer me up!!
I miss my Samson Jude... my heart aches for him...

and on Wednesday ~ I'll pull one comment out and sew a Poppy Dip for YOU!!
(just one!! can't sew much more !!)





Samson Jude taught me a cute little thing he did with his buddies at the transition home...
thumbs up
kiss your own thumb
then pop your thumbs with each other!

it was adorable!
at 3:04 PM

36 comments:

  1. LaurenJanuary 23, 2011 at 3:15 PM

    I know just how you feel... we miss our little Mareto so much it aches. I can't wait for that embassy date - I need to hold him! This is a great idea... I think I'll do something similar! :)

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  2. BeckyJanuary 23, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    I have been thinking of you all. I am dreading the two trips because I can't imagine the heartache when its time to leave. I hope you will be leaving soon to bring him home!

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  3. Love for Lilly YinJanuary 23, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    I'm sorry your heart is sad....I know first hand how bad it is. The only thing I can say is that in a short while you have forever to love him.....you are almost there!! ((hugs))

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  4. ShonniJanuary 23, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    Sweet friend...I SO understand how you are feeling. After being with him, I cannot even imagine how hard it was to go home with out him. I will be praying for him to be home with you SOON.

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  5. The RitzmannsJanuary 23, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    Sampson is seriously one of the cutest guys I have ever seen. Hoping that you will be on your way back to Ethiopia soon.

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  6. MeganJanuary 23, 2011 at 5:15 PM

    Of course your heart aches for him! He is YOUR son! That just means that you are a wonderful mama. We all know the waiting is hard. Just focus on the end result and dream of the day when you can snuggle that little cutie pie in your arms instead of just your heart. Sending love and peace your way and you endure the wait :-)

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  7. Terri FisherJanuary 23, 2011 at 5:18 PM

    You are SO close...take heart! The waiting is very difficult, but it will make the reunion oh so much sweeter. May God grant you peace and patience in the waiting!

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  8. ShaunaJanuary 23, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    Sallee...rest in knowing that Jesus has wrapped your little boy in his arms. What a sweet reunion it will be to finally have him in YOUR arms and in YOUR home! Praying that God will give you peace that can only come from him.

    Hugs,
    Shauna

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  9. AshleyJanuary 23, 2011 at 6:07 PM

    Let me tell you what makes ME happy...seeing you with your precious son and those silly glasses on! You inspire me to let loose and have a little more fun with my kids. Thank you!

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  10. KTJanuary 23, 2011 at 6:22 PM

    We love love love Sophie's fish twirl skirt! Even our Shepherd had to give it a whirl!
    I will think of your family and Samson Jude when I see this little skirt fly around. Praying him home as quickly as possible.

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  11. Dakota3January 23, 2011 at 6:23 PM

    Sallee,
    I am sorry you are so sad. Think of all the fun you will have with your new son! I hope and pray that you will be with Samson Jude very soon! Cindy L H

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  12. SusanJanuary 23, 2011 at 6:36 PM

    My heart is breaking for you and we are praying that your are together with Samson soon. You have a beautiful family and you have a wonderful gift. Praying for an embassy date very soon.

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  13. AmyJanuary 23, 2011 at 6:40 PM

    I am sorry you are sad. I cannot imagine how hard it must be. I thought some silly jokes would bring a smile to your face so here we go...
    How Do You Catch a Unique Rabbit?
    Unique Up On It.

    How Do You Catch a Tame Rabbit?
    Tame Way.

    How Do Crazy People Go Through The Forest ?
    They Take The Psycho Path

    Are you smiling yet?? Hugs!
    Blessings,
    Amy

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  14. Our familyJanuary 23, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    The wait is SO HARD!!!! We pray for your sweet family often and cannot WAIT until you hold your sweet boy in your arms and you are ALL under ONE roof! We love you guys.
    love,
    rebekah

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  15. MandiJanuary 23, 2011 at 7:18 PM

    Oh Sallee, I cannot imagine having to be with your son and then leave without him. It must be So hard. But, you will be with him soon enough and it will be forever. Just keep your eye on the prize.

    Hugs

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  16. HeidiJanuary 23, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    When you have your Samson all of this will be worth the wait.. he is worth it all.

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  17. KellyJanuary 23, 2011 at 7:22 PM

    Just keep thinking about your time with him on your first trip and how much time you will have with him when you bring him home. Your heart aches for him because you are his mother. You will be holding him in your arms very soon!

    My daughter dances at CDA also and Kim introduced me to your blog. I would like to grow our family through adoption. You and your family are an inspiration.

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  18. AnonymousJanuary 23, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    Have a GOOD day, good day, good day.. a good day all day long. Put a happy smile upon your face and sing a happy song. Your smile may be the answer to someone's rotten day, so smile your smile and sing your song and have a HAPPY DAY!
    Praying for you! I'm sure you are aching but I pray God gives you a peace through the wait!

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  19. beckyJanuary 23, 2011 at 10:04 PM

    My first comment on your blog! What a neat way to get some of us who never comment to finally comment! I found you b/c of a link from the 147millionorphans.com blogs about a month ago. It was a Sunday and in my house (busy husband, 4 kids, homeschooling...) we ALWAYS nap on Sunday afternoon. After everyone else was napping I got online and saw Poppy Dip, clicked it, read about you, was excited for you, got sleepy and laid down to nap. But as I was lying there, I was just so thankful that God has CREATED women like YOU. You, who do not know me but yet share your life with me! Women like you that homeschool, blog, adopt (multiple kids!) and SEW!!!! WOW!!! What an inspiration! Sallee, thank you for loving Jesus and sharing your life with me. Thank you for loving orphans and caring about them. May God give you joy as you wait what seems sooooo long a time until you hold Samson Jude again.

    Don't know if this will help but this is one of my favorite verses for when I feel down.

    "But as for me, the nearness of God is my good;
    I have made the Lord God my refuge,
    That I may tell of all Your works."
    Psalm 73:28

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  20. GinaJanuary 23, 2011 at 11:02 PM

    I'm praying for God to wrap you in his big strong loving arms, and to give you peace that can only come from Him! Bless you sweet lady!

    Hugs,
    Gina

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  21. KimJanuary 24, 2011 at 4:50 AM

    I can only imagine that this wait feels like an eternity. I am certain that through all of the miles, he feels loved, and wanted, and missed. But one day soon, you will scoop your sweet boy up in your arms once again, and bring him to his FOREVER home!

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  22. JoyJanuary 24, 2011 at 6:55 AM

    Sallee,
    I know it is so hard when our arms are aching to hold our precious children. Even though it is hard to understand, it is all in God's timing. I can't wait for the day I get to rejoice while seeing your family joined together forever.
    Joy

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  23. salleeJanuary 24, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    ....posting for Jan (email encouragement)

    "This pain will pass. It will be replaced by the joy of having all your chicks under one roof. (Kind of like child birth) I hope that happens VERY SOON. Praying you find out this week! I bet with all the Epiphany celebrations, etc, that things have slowed down.

    Maybe you and kids can work on a book of drawings/pictures/etc that they create to give your little guy when he gets home. Maybe things they want him to know about. You can bind it or put it in a notebook/scrapbook. I know my little girl LOVES the 4x6 picture book we made her of pics when she was little and when her dad was in Taiwan to pick her up. She'll say "I REMEMBER" and tell about the picture. (even though I doubt she does remember). We added to it until we had no more spots. She still will pull it out even though it's been over 3 years since I gave it to her.

    Take care." Jan

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  24. Kristi JJanuary 24, 2011 at 8:09 AM

    oh, praying you get to him soon...and selfishly so you can love on my boy too :) and selfishly I want a poppy dip :) Does that count for a nice cheering up comment..or is it too selfish LOL :) I'm gonna send a package with you for our wes..if ya have room , kj

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  25. ElysaJanuary 24, 2011 at 8:37 AM

    Oh Sallee! I understand just a little bit. I miss the whole nation of Swaziland and some days, it hurts so bad I do cry. I'll be praying for you today, that your mommy heart will be comforted in knowing that he will be with you soon and forever.

    BTW, I told you this at fb, but I'll repeat it. My Merry loves her "boyd" skirt. She is your number 1 fan now and loves to visit your blog. She gets a big kick out of all the photos and we often talk about how we hope that one day God brings us a little African sister...and brother...okay, maybe a few. :)

    Passing on your blog link via my fb today.

    Poppy Dip Hugs and Kisses,
    Elysa Mac

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  26. StaceyJanuary 24, 2011 at 8:59 AM

    Sending you a BIG HAPPY HUG from Colorado!Soon very soon you will have Samson in your hands! He will be running around making you all laugh! He is just adorable!

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  27. AmyJanuary 24, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    So sorry you are sad. Sending hugs of encouragement your way. Praying that the sad empty spot in your heart is soon filled with Samson Jude's sweet hugs.

    Amy

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  28. Pamela R.January 24, 2011 at 1:25 PM

    My Isaiah (home 2 yrs. from Ethiopia) says Samson Jude looks like he is one cool dude and he would like to play with him. Your heart has grown and needs the missing piece to complete, you and your family will be once again blessed.

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  29. UnknownJanuary 24, 2011 at 2:16 PM

    Sallee,

    I'm sorry you are sad today. I am praying for you now, that the Father will touch your heart and encourage you in a special way. He's so good at that, isn't He? And I think you are doing a beautiful thing. Samson Jude is so very blessed!

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  30. KristinJanuary 24, 2011 at 6:55 PM

    Praying your son is back in your arms soon!

    Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives.Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
    John 14:27

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  31. PaulaJanuary 24, 2011 at 11:46 PM

    Praying for your family during this wait. We waited for my son to come home for a year. I took a leap of faith to adopt, but I knew god was with me every step of the way. After all the waiting we were approved to bring our Guatemalan angel home and we were also given our sons sister to adopt and she came home six months after her brother. Keep the faith and he will provide. It is a long road but so worth it in the end. Lots of prayers your way,
    Paula xrayred@embarqmail.com Love your poppy dips and want to own a few, I always miss out.

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  32. Nicole, Shawn and NevJanuary 25, 2011 at 5:06 AM

    You're gonna get him real soon. Then you're gonna do everything right. The cuddling shall commence and the bonding will occur. You're a prepared and experienced mom who will know just what he needs. You will be able to make up for this lost time. He is in a safe place.

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  33. LizJanuary 25, 2011 at 5:31 AM

    I love the idea about a scrapbook of things that are going on. I wonder if you could write letters to Samson while you aren't holding him. I would think that they would become precious, treasured items as he grows older. "Wow, my mom sure does love me a lot! God must also love me so much to send me such a great family!"

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  34. JennJanuary 25, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    Praying that you are quickly together. I understand the ache of your heart. We are in the process of adopting. we have been waiting for our referral since July. So while you ache to be reunited with your precious son our hearts ache to get a first glimpse of our baby girl. I will pray for your aching heart when I pray for mine. He will be home soon!!!

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  35. DebJanuary 25, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    God sees your heart aching for Samson. Don't forget that God's timing is perfect and that He knows the exact right time for Samson and you to be united. ~Jeremiah 29:11~

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  36. MarthaJanuary 25, 2011 at 3:05 PM

    If you pick my name..please send my poppy dip to Miss Caroline Kelley. :) I am praying for your family! I want you to know that your adoption story (and other wonderful stories of adoption) has been such an inspiration to me. You are not only giving Samson a home..you are also planting seeds that will grow into other mommy hearts aching for their children all over the world. Thank you for being so wiling to be used by Him!

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