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Red Threads
“An invisible
red thread
connects those destined to meet regardless of time, place
or circumstance. The thread may stretch or tangle but
never break.” -Ancient Chinese Belief
While waiting I’ve had many red thread experiences
which validates my belief that we all really are connected
to each other in so many different ways. I can’t even
begin to start recounting them here…! I have taken some of
my experiences throughout this journey and tried to put
them into words for you …some unforgettable moments that
have touched my heart …well…you’ll see…! Not all are red
threads but fun memories of this journey.
Most Magical Moment: Seeing a butterfly appearing
wherever I am…at the beach, on the school playground or in
my backyard…there is always one around! The most magical
one was the bright, yellow one that fluttered with me
after I mailed my application.
Most Inspirational Moment: Being in a prayer group
with so many women connected to adoptions.
Best Red Thread Moment: Being accepted by “Cradle of Hope”
after sitting at the table of “Angels of Hope”!
Most Embarrassing Moment: Standing on the corner
near the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C. (while waiting
for my documents to be legalized by the Chinese Embassy)
with a stuffed panda in my arms explaining to a police
officer that my car was stolen…only to realize that I had
parked on the next block over!
Most Frustrating Moment: Listening to “How to Learn
Chinese” CD’s for 14 hours on a car ride to Florida!
Needless to say I’m still learning!!
Most Exciting Moment So Far: Receiving the infamous
brown envelope from China…visa information!
Most Heartfelt Moment: While taking an Emergent
Reading class in the summer, a student in the class was
sharing her projects. One of them was on the book, I Love
You Like Crazy Cakes, which is about an adoption from
China. Afterwards she gave me her book! I was next to
present and instead the class asked to hear “my adoption
story” instead of my projects!!
Most Endearing Moment: When anyone uses the term
“Red Thread” in their conversation!
Biggest Reality Check: Shopping for cribs!
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“Now Faith is
being sure of what we hope for
and certain of what we do not see.” Hebrews 11:1
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 100
Wishes Quilt
If you would like to be a part of a special creative
endeavor for this sweet little baby, I have a little
project for you to help out with. I know I’m a typical
teacher…. continuously giving out projects!
A tradition in Northern China, the 100 Good Wishes quilt
is called a Bai Jia Bei and it is a custom to invite
friends and family to contribute a patch of cloth with a
wish for your child.
Part of the patch of cloth goes into the quilt for the
child and the other part goes into her memory book. The
quilt contains the luck, energy and good wishes from all
the family and friends who contribute. The quilt is then
passed down from generation to generation. I would love
for you to contribute a 9”x 9” cotton square of fabric and
a good wish for my soon to be daughter, whose name is
undecided at this time. (Julie or Julia) Just pick out any
cotton fabric and cut two pieces….one should be a 9”x 9”
piece which will be sewn into the quilt and the other
piece should be a 2”x 2”square of the same fabric. This
smaller piece is glued onto a 4”x 6” index card and your
name and wish is written on it to save in a memory book.
That way we can match your wish to the fabric on the quilt
as she grows up and looks back at all of the good wishes.
Including a picture of you with the index card is a great
idea too!!! Butterflies, pandas, and just about anything
pink or purple would work if you’re wondering what kind of
fabric to choose!!! When you’re done, just stick both in
an envelope and mail back to me.
Thanks!!! I know this will be such a special quilt when it
is finished! |
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