Hazy and lazy and gray. Bright blue after the morning fog lifts. Cold and clear. And then, at night, crystal stars in glassy skies. That's how Fall settles into Nashville, every year the same. I feel happy about this season, about the shift in colors and the tenacity of the wind. But also, today...I feel a little bit wrecked.
Meanwhile, the world spins. Brunch tables are set for twelve. House portraits are packaged and shipped. Beloved friends, like these two, keep our hearts lifted and our days filled with laughter. And a certain shy kitty melts us both into puddles when she looks at us this way. I feel very grateful today for friends and animals and weather and jokes, and all the good threads that are sewn into this life. They certainly make the rotten ones a little less brazen.
Love,
Rebekka
41 comments:
oh my. i have a heart for adoption and i hope to do so one day. i'm praying for you and your little one.
xx
p.s, thanks for the calendar!
These are such gorgeous photos! Especially that little black cat, little darling! xx
I hope she can be in your lives soon. I can't think of anyone that could love her more <3
xoxo Sarah
theantiquepearl.blogspot.com
I'm sorry that the adoption process has been full of confusion for you two. I'll be praying for clarity!
And I wish I could join that beautiful decorated table ; )
What is the hold-up, honestly?! Can you send them a link to your blog so they can see what a wonderful life you'd give your little girl?!
Many prayers for you, your and your sweet one. xoxoxo
<333 that is so tough. i send some well-wishes + finger-crossings from up here in canada!
Beautiful photos even with the sad mood of your words, Rebekka. What a hard, long wait. (The photo of your friends' dog reminds me of our Meeko in that he thinks he's much smaller than he is too.)
praying for you, dear sister. and praying too, for your baby girl, that God would wrap His arms around her, and she will know that He is with her, and that you are thinking of her and loving her.
Thinking of you and your little one, sending lots of love and positive thoughts
Oh, Rebekka, you've been on my mind. As a fellow adoptive mom, I've been through this waiting process twice, and it is so, so hard. Once you have that photo, your heart is just broken wide open. I found the wait to bring each of my daughters home to be the most difficult part of the journey. Sending lots of love and strength your way...xo
Keeping you and your little one in my prayers, and moats Definitely hoping these days go by a lot faster until she's home!
Keeping you and your little one in my prayers, and moats Definitely hoping these days go by a lot faster until she's home!
i can't believe i just now found your blog! it is so lovely and the photographs are amazing. wonderful work.
lindsey louise
hellomrrabbit.blogspot.com
My husband and I are in our fourth adoption process. if you would like to privately chat; I would love to talk. Be Strong and Couragoeus! I can't wait to read your blog in the near future when you have your daughter in your arms.
I am so sorry you have to wait so long. Waiting is the hardest thing to do, but I am glad you are still finding blessings in the muck. It inspired me to do the same today :) Thank you for your beautiful words and photos, I'll be praying that she comes home soon!
Praying that things move along for you and you're with your little girl soon.
I can't even imagine the anxiousness in your heart to meet your sweet daughter one day soon! thinking of and praying for you during this waiting time. your blog is beautiful... love how you see beauty in everything around you! :)
My labor and delivery of our oldest adopted son was fraught with uncertainties and some false labor at times, but one day miraculously he arrived at the airport in NYC no longer an infant, but a little boy with tears who grew to be the loving accomplished man who texted me today and sent pictures of his new business in Manhattan. A few weeks ago he texted me about some worries he had about setting up the business. When I responded with a bit of fretting because I did not know how to help, he typed back, "Don't worry. God will make a way.'' I do not always see life God's way, but I am convinced He loves and cares for each of us best and most. Hugs to you and Manley, Rebekka, from Gracie :)
YOUR daughter will be with you soon, I'll be praying for that to happen! And then, you will hardly remember the time you felt the way you feel right now. I keep telling this to myself and I believe that's how it's going to be. I think fate has it all well planned for us :)
Light and Love dear lady. Light and Love ♥♥♥♥
I wish and hope for you. You will make such a lovely mummy. Xx
Rebekka, it will work out eventually, hopefully, but I can understand that it's hard waiting and not knowing when you'll meet your little girl. I hope you'll get more information very soon! In the meantime, it's good to se that you've got lovely people around you =)
i can't begin to explain why this post has me in such tears. you are so inspiring with your perspective. all the best to you+
Praying for you and your wee little one!! Its always so so so hard to see at the time (I always struggle with waiting!) but everything happens with the best timing!
Mucho ánimo, seguro que pronto tendréis mejores noticias de vuestra preciosa niña!!
Oh I am saying a prayer for small graces. We are also adopting from Ethiopia and understand the pain of waiting and knowing that that little one is out there waiting too. It can feel so hard at times. Blessings on you and your sweet girl.
oh my. sending hugs and hopes to you for your little girl! also - your outdoor table looks like such a treat!
It is a beautiful season. Continue to carry the light and keep you heart lifted. I do hope you get closer and know friends far and wide are rooting for you.
It must be so very hard, but it's great to have kind friends to talk to and a beautiful cat to stroke x
your family is in my thoughts and prayers. you are such a brave, sweet, strong person for your little girl. i look forward to the day when her photos are woven into the fabric of this blog. <3
on a lighter note, your kitty peeking out from the flowers is ridiculously cute. :)
you and your husband seem like such wonderful people - I know you will make amazing parents to this sweet girl very soon. sending good juju that you can hold her soon. xo
Hang in there you wonderful, amazing girl! Good things will come to you, just keep believing despite everything that is going on in the outside world!
xx,
Erika
Hang in there. I can tell from all your posts. You are extraordinary. I hope things fall into place just at the right time. And yay for fall and great friends!
Aw, look at that big smoochy dog! He's ace!
I'm so sorry to hear about the (further) delays to your adoption. I am sure all your other readers, like me, are on tenterhooks eagerly awaiting the day she arrives with you, because we know she's in for a truly awesome time ;)
Each time i read about your wait for your bubba, I'm reminded of the blog Gus and Lula, when that family was going through something similar, well it sounded very similar. They adopted two babies about a year ago from Ethiopia. You may have seen it already (and may have plenty of support) but just in case http://www.gusandlula.com/
oh rebekka, i read your post and my heart just welled and a lump formed in my throat. oh i wish you strength, warmth, love and for that 'darling little face' to be in your home sooner rather than later.
Oh my goodness. I recently had surgery for breast cancer and was told I have to put off having kids for a few years... only to find out we might have difficulty once we try. Adoption is probably not an option for us with my diagnosis. And then I read your post. It's just not easy, is it? It doesn't seem fair that nice people who desperately want to give kids love and a good home encounter such hurdles. My heart goes out to you. You are making the world a more beautiful place through your art and your blog! And I loved your post the other day about not forgetting those on the house-portrait waiting list if they don't forget you. I won't!
Just stumbled upon your blog and i love it!The blog design is so darling and your photographs are stunning, love the style!
I love your photos! Your mint-accented brunch table and lavender (?) floral arrangement make me a very happy gal (and inspires me to have people over for brunch). I will keep you and you and your family in my heart and thoughts for the best outcome in the adoption process. That lovely child would definitely have a great, loving home from what I see!
On a lighter note, I love reading your blog and can't wait to read your future posts.
xx,
Jacquelyn
floridblog.blogspot.com
I'm sorry you have to wait so long. I hope she'll be with you soon!
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