The Dreaded TB Test

So, part of the Adoption process is having a tuberculosis test. Since the whole family has to do this we had "fully" prepared the boys for this simple procedure that involves a lightening-fast pin prick that we would all laugh off in a matter of seconds. There was just one problem - the TB test doesn't involve a little lightening-fast pin prick! Well, you can imagine our surprise when we arrived at the clinic and found four hypodermic needles lined up awaiting us. Now, if you can indeed imagine our (Nelson & Sandy's) surprise, you can multiply that by 10 and you will begin to come close to the shock that was frozen to the faces of Landon & Lincoln.

After a little coaxing and some apologies for the gross misrepresentation we had given them the previous night about the test, the boys jumped up on the table and took one for the team... still with the look of shock permanently adhered to their face.

On the way out Lincoln asked, "just how many kids are we going to adopt?" Apparently he has already maxed out his TB test to adoption ratio.

Running, Running, Running

Sorry it has been so long since our last post. We have been very busy finishing up paperwork and getting the house ready. Nelson surprised this week by working very hard moving the rooms around and toddler proofing the house. God is so good He continues to guide us through this process. We had to name a doctor for her that takes Medicaid. God provided and the new doctor in town Dr. Shelton takes medicaid. What a blessing. The closer we get to finishing the more excited we get. I sometimes think wow this is really happening. There is still much to do but we are working hard to get our license before the end of the summer. We turn in our paperwork this week and then we wait for them to schedule or home study. That could take a few weeks. This is good because I still have lots to do to get ready for the home study. I will post pics of the rooms when we have finished them. Please continue to pray for us and her and her family. God is in control and we trust Him completely. Thank you all for your support. The Carter's.