That was what it said. Right there in black in white. The words were unmistakable.
No special talents or abilities.
None.
Not one good quality could be brainstormed to write for her on this Referral Letter for adoption.
But I knew differently. I knew that was a lie. I knew that she had love, motivation, and independence unknown to most little seven year old girls, especially ones who had seen and endured all that she had in her short time on earth.
I knew she could clean up and rediaper a soiled baby, for she had told me how often she cared for one. I knew she was eager to help with any and all household chores and she worked diligently. I knew she was the first person who would run to help clean up a mess that she didn’t even make. I knew that her strong compassion for others meant that if someone was crying, she would be there to hug them. I knew she had a knack for languages and was quickly picking up a new one. I knew she could outrun some of her brothers and had determination and grit in learning new skills such as ice skating, that rivaled the boys.
Those are only a brief listing of the talents and abilities I learned from a mere four weeks with this young child. How could this adoption referral not recognize her talents? How could this adoption referral not recognize her abilities? How could it be that in her seven years not one positive thing could be shared about this lovely girl?
The other night I watched the movie “Noah” for the first time. There is a part towards the end of the movie where Noah is talking to Ila, a girl they had found alive amidst her burning, pillaged village where everyone else laid dead. They took Ila in and raised her as their daughter.
Noah says to Ila, “When we took you in I thought you would be burden. But I was wrong. You are a gift. Never forget that.”
And I burst into tears. Yes.
Yes, my sweetheart, you ARE a gift.
You ARE valuable.
I see your talents and abilities and I celebrate them with you.
Thank you, Lord, for the beautiful gifts you have given me in these sweet children of Yours. AMEN!
Heart touching and affirming! Powerful writing which identifies the challenges foster children face ….Just one of many! So proud of her and family! Thank you for sharing your active walk of faith!
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I am so happy this touched your heart, Rick. You are absolutely right. THIS is what kids looking for families are often up against. A short summary statement that is supposed to tell someone who that person is, with a photo, if lucky. So sad. These children are SO MUCH MORE than a blurb and a photo. They are children of God –deserving of a family. Each and every one of them!
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Oh my this is such a moving tribute to this little person. Thank you for sharing this.
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Thanks for reading and commenting, Anne! I am happy to hear it moved you. She is a pretty special little one! 💕💕💕
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A beautiful young girl, and a wonderful post about her! That she exists according to the will of God and is a blessing to those with whom she comes into contact is a talent she possesses! She is beautiful…
Steve
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Thanks, Steve. She truly is a blessing to me and those around her. 💕💕💕💕
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Of that I have no doubt!
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☺️
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🙂 Wish I had more emojis…
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I get a little crazy with the emojis!!! HA HA!🤣🤣🤓🤓
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I guess because I don’t have a lot of these emojis, all I get when people send them is a square box…at least with things other than a happy face… 😦
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Awwwww- that’s a bummer!
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Tears! What a precious little girl and a beautiful smile! I’m so glad you are there to speak love and value into her heart.
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Thanks inspire! She is precious and I am thankful to have her in my life! 😍😍😍
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Oh, what a sweetheart! You are a very special person, and you are obviously bringing up special features in everyone.
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To God be all the glory, Kosher. He is the one doing all the work!!! Thanks for reading and commenting!!! ☺️☺️
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Amen!
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Everyone is great at something…so glad she has you.
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Yes, this is so true!!! 🙂
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What a sweet angel you describe Dear. A true gift from God, Huggs, Terri.
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Yes, she is a true gift from God, Terri. Thanks for stopping by and reading and commenting!!!! 🙂
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Very beautiful post! This tells everybody that there is so much more in any simply human being. It is great you are appreciating this kid’s qualities and that could certainly lead to development of new talents and way more abilities because most likely she never had such chance before: to bloom and to grow.
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Thanks for stopping by, Inese. You are so right in your comments. Another friend of mine shared that with love all flowers will bloom. I like that. It is like what you have said. She is certainly blooming here and we get the honor of watching. 🙂 I will have to come visit your blog! 🙂 Take care!
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Good work
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Thanks, smallletterblog!!! 🙂
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Thanks
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Amazing! You have gone a step further by not only adopting these beautiful kids but bringing the best in them. Stay blessed and love to all your lovelies!
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Thanks for reading and commenting, write woman! I truly appreciate it. Love to you and yours!!!! 💕💕💕
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Aww so much a beautiful post! In Our Father’s eyes we are all wonderfully and fearfully made. Have a great week! In His name, Stephanie
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Stephanie – yes, we are ALL precious in His eyes…Amen! Thanks for stopping by and commenting. I appreciate it! 🙂
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This made me cry!!! Oh my goodness…. so beautiful, so tender, so lovely, so loving.. WOW
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Awwwww…thanks Mackenzie. I am happy that it has touched your heart. She has certainly touched mine! Thanks for stopping by and commenting, I appreciate it! 🙂
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Your compassion and insight are as lovely as the wonderful little girl you describe.
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Thanks, Mitch! I appreciate the feedback. She is pretty special! Looking forward to getting over to your blog and reading some more soon!!! ☺️☺️☺️
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What a beatifual open letter to your daughter. I am always amazed as a clinical therapist what I read in clients charts…
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Thanks for reading and commenting!!! I appreciate it!!!
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Great 👍 so much well taken care of and loved the superb pictures too. She is a cute little darling. Stay blessed. God is always there.👌👌👌👌👌
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Thank you, she is very special!!! 🙂
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Yes for sure
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“it is only with one’s heart that one can see clearly. what is essential is invisible to the” -The Little Prince. inspiring and heartwarming ❤
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Awwww…yes! The Little Prince! Thanks for sharing that quote, love it! And it is so true!! Happy that you were inspired. Thanks for reading and commenting!
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This made me tear up. Beautifully written. ❤
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awwwwww….thanks for stopping by, reading and commenting. I am glad it touched your heart! ❤️ ♥️ 💜 💙
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okay. just make me cry over here.
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awwwww…didn’t mean to make you cry! 😉 I am happy that this touched your heart. Thanks for stopping by, Brooke! —-Christina
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This is so sweet!
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Thank you, Evangeline! I am happy you liked it! 🙂
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