We are MATCHED!!!!

We are matched!!!! Peter and I are happy to announce that we have been matched with a wonderful birthmom and will be welcoming a BABY GIRL in April!!!!!!!

To say that we are excited is the understatement of the century. We are elated, joyous, anxious, giddy, giggly, peaceful and most of all happy. Peter has described our adoption opportunity better than anyone, "We could not have drawn this situation up any better." We are truly amazed by God's grace in this process. Just a few days ago I was writing about his hands in this all and they are truly at work in Peter and me. We are speechless at the incredible outpouring of love and support you all have shown. We had the opportunity to speak with our birthmom tonight and it has given us a great sense of peace. She is a remarkable person and we are honored to know her and begin building a relationship with her. Many of you who know have asked questions and expressed concern at all the unknown. Know this... Peter and I have all the answers to any concern you may have. We ask that you take peace in knowing that we are 100% confident in where we are and please refer to Peter's statement above "We could not have drawn this situation up any better."

As of now our birthmom is expecting a baby girl on April 22nd via c-section. It seems as though that date might be moving up a few days and we will have the exact birthdate on Friday. Peter and I are ready to book flights, accommodations, and begin what will surely be the longest wait of our lives. We are hoping these next six weeks fly by!! Please continue your prayers and include our dear birthmother in them. We are grateful to have been matched with such a beautiful soul. I will keep you all posted with information as we receive it! Lots to do!!!

Running the Race, Fighting the Fight and Keeping the Faith,

Peter, Barrett, Bella & Oakley