Thank you for your comments! I enjoyed reading about more things to consider with the girl needing a home. We have not yet been able to meet with her. In fact, the situation was left with them going to get back to me. As far as I know, they have not contacted me- I have no messages regarding the situation. I almost feel like time will work this thing out.
A concern that I read from you, but knew the answer to myself was about what to do when we leave town. They told me they work that out and find her a temporary place to stay. As for the family visiting, visits would not be at my house, it would ONLY be the sisters (which sound like good influences thus far) and maybe the mother, and they (the sisters) would do the traveling.
As for the donation to Prop 8, the money goes towards awareness (advertising) and the like- not really quite sure of all expenses, but I am pretty sure that it is not going to be "paying off" anyone.
When the letter was read over the pulpit I felt very strongly about supporting it. It reminded me much of the "trial of faith" Heather went through with the building of the New Port Beach Temple and the members in the district were asked to donate because the temple would be built solely on those donations. I do believe that was tax deductible? Doesn't really matter, but that was one of my hold ups on being able to decide on an amount (didn't really discuss that concern with Jared, so I don't think he was concerned). But watching the "trial" for the Clawson's and the blessings that followed was just the kind of experience one would hope for in the end- they were able to adopt a baby girl and were the first live sealing in the New Port Beach temple. Of course you don't go into it planning on something that big, just the blessing of strengthening my testimony is good enough. I have also been very blessed to have a wonderful, loving family of my own. I am grateful for my two-parent home where I was exposed to male and female influences which were very different but complementary. I am blessed with a loving husband and beautiful child, which strengthens my testimony of family. I am completely in favor of every child being given the opportunity to live in the best environment for there upbringing, which is in a home with a husband and wife committed in marriage. I believe the best thing for our society is to support the family unit and much of our problems will be solved because the individual will be getting what he or she needs, and the parents will do the disciplining and loving. That alone could eliminate many of the laws that have to be enforced.
The Bishop wasn't at all pressuring us or making us feel like we had to do this to be in support of the church. I actually looked at it as a blessing that he came to us because we were having a difficult time making the decision and this made it very clear for us. I have no idea why we were of the chosen few, I can only guess the reasons. Either way, his visit answered my prayers.
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Ahh. This answers some questions. Will you be official foster parents if you keep this girl? Who is this through?
And about the donations...I didn't realize that there was a letter read in church that encouraged supporting. That makes more sense now. It certainly is a worthy cause! Our world is falling apart and we need to stand for truth and righteousness! We are really proud of you for all the good you do and desire to do. You are awesome!
when Amanda said we were one of the chosen few from the ward she forgot to say how we were chosen. the Bishop was sent a list from the general church authorities, so he was executing his duties. i, like amanda, am greatful he did. we had both recieved revelation individually as to how much we should contribute, and it was the exact same number.
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