Monday, January 19, 2009

Peace at last!

I've been praying that above all, I would have a sense of peace about our final decision with this job. Although I still wonder about many of the aspects, the only decision that gives me peace is to turn it down. I worked hard for my degree, gained a lot of experience in the adoption world and know that when it's time to focus on my career, adoption is where I will look first. When it comes down to it, my kids are my priority right now. I don't believe in living life with regrets, and I think if I were to take the job I would regret missing these days with our kids.

I'm humbled by the possibility of what the job entails. After I placed my daughter for adoption (almost 11 years ago) I always knew I would someday help other moms in similar situations. I have done that, and hope to do it forever. What I never realized is how much that decision would soften my heart for couples who are not able to have biological children. I thank the Lord every day for all three of my kids and for giving me the gift of pregnancy. My heart breaks every time I hear about couples who struggle with infertility. I want to fix it and make it all better. I want to hand them a baby and know their future is bright. I never imagined that this passion would grow in my heart after the pain of placing my daughter. I know that God put that there for a reason and will continue to bless the desire he began, IN HIS TIME.

Thanks again for your support. I have been really struggling with this decision....losing sleep, not focused on daily tasks, etc. I am relieved to have it behind me and know that God has big things in store for us!

1 comments:

Anonymous said...

Elissa,

I've been wondering what you decided about the job. I'm glad you are at peace with your decision....your children are only young once and you have lots of time later on to continue your career.

Barb