We Received A Referral

We received a referral the other day for two children, a twelve year old girl and a four year old boy. We were extremely excited at first, but then we began to read more of the referral. We were very upset upon reading the medical reports. It was difficult to learn about the kids’ history, no child should have to endure such pain. The little girl had been sexually abused by her father for years, prior to being placed in an orphanage. We thought long and hard about the children and decided not to accept the referral. It is difficult to look at pictures of these children and learn about their history and not want to adopt them. It truly is heartbreaking, but I guess there are children out there that are a perfect fit for our family and we have to trust that we will know when we see them. Until that day comes, I’m certain that all these children we are learning about will remain in our minds and hearts for quite some time.