Friday, August 12, 2011

Thank you, Channel 3!

UPDATE: Okay, we are at 398 comments between here and our facebook page!!  So keep spreading the word.  We are so blessed by the encouraging words you are sending our way and by God's faithfulness and presence in all of this!
AND, thank you for the sweet donations you are making to our Reece's Rainbow grant...we do not know who you are--but are GREATLY appreciative!

Okay, more goosebumps coming your way...are you ready?

I will honestly admit this week has been more of a 'downer' for me as we are waiting on paperwork to be corrected, waiting on USCIS to assign us an officer, trying to come up with new fundraising ideas, etc.  Just not a lot of fun, exciting stuff this week...especially after Leah's Lemonade Stand success last week!  So I listened to a great podcast Thursday while driving to Hutch, to work, about being "Surprised by God's Willingness", from the Village Church. (check it out on iTunes)  Anyway, it hit me in the face like a ton of bricks.  In short, prayer can change things.  Ask, Seek, Knock.  Those are the 3 child-like images Scripture uses to illustrate that we should ask God boldly, and live in faith knowing He will respond appropriately.  So that is just what I did.  I prayed unceasingly the past 2 days...then..

My phone rings at 9:45 am this morning and Stephanie Bergmann is on the other end.  Yeah, who would have thought?  A sweet friend of mine made some connections and pitched our story of adopting Blake to the news station. They contacted us. I happened to be at home today. Stephanie and Rob drove up in the pouring rain.  Jerad and I shared our story of falling in love with Blake.  We took some pictures.  And you can see how it plays out at 6 pm tonight on Channel 3. Or visit www.KSN.com after the news airs to see the story online. Check out the story here.

But...the story does not end there.  Another person, who desires to remain anonymous, found out about this news story and challenged all Channel 3 viewers to comment on this blog that you watched the news story at 6 and they will donate $1 for every comment...UP TO $1000!!!

Whoa!!!  I was in a teary-mess when I found out this information.  I'm glad the UPS man didn't show up today with more paperwork, he would have seriously wondered what my problem was...!  I probably wouldn't have been able to tell him through all the tears, anyway.

So leave here with this...prayer changes things.  Believe me.  Trust in that, then hit the words "comment" below and leave us a message!  Help us Bring Home Blake.
Anna

If you desire to donate to our cause, hit the donate button at the right and it will direct you through the Reece's Rainbow, tax-deductible donation process.  Or hit "Chip-In" and donate a few bucks to help us with our initial adoption fees.  (Chip In is NOT tax-deductible)  If you donate, let me know and I'll get your name in our TV Giveaway!

251 comments:

  1. What a wonderful story. My wife and I, too, have adopted internationally and what a fantastic experience it has been. Our oldest son (bio) is 10, our daughter (adopted from China at age 14 months) is 7 and our youngest son (special needs adoption at age 26 months from China) is 5 and will start Kindergarten next week. We wish you the best in your fundraising efforts to bring this sweet boy to his forever family!!!!

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  2. Can't watch it on Channel 3 as I live in Nebraska...but WILL be seeking it out online as soon as I get home tonight!! The print article ROCKS!! You and Jerad are my heroes, Anna! Following God is rarely easy, but ALWAYS worth-while!!!! Love you oodles and oodles!!

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  3. You are awesome people! I will pray for you to bring Blake home!

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  4. I love how God is increasing all you do! Keep stepping forward & he'll keep blessing. With the help of channel 3 you should have the rest of your money in no time! God Bless you & your family Anna!

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  5. I saw the story on KSN and it really inspired me. My husband and I have always wanted to adopt a child after we have kids of our own. We want to adopt from overseas and have always wondered how we would raise the money. Your story gives me hope! I have faith that God is going to provide the money for you one way or another. I will be praying for you and your family. By the way, LOVE the song from Tangled that you have playing on here. :)

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  6. Thank you for sharing your story. I wish I could share how much it means to me - but I don't know that a simple little comment on a blog could do it. We live in the same town, but I've not met you yet - perhaps one day soon. We will be praying for you all!

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  7. Wishing you and Blake all the best. Looking forward to hearing "the rest of the story."

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  8. Being in PA I couldn't watch the story live but read it and plan to watch it online. You inspire me Anna, you and your family. God bless!!

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  9. I saw your post on the Reece's Rainbow forum and wanted to stop by and support you in your efforts. What an amazing community you have to rally around you in such a way. What a blessing, and Blake is one lucky boy!

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  10. Yay Anna!!! God always comes through! Your benefactor is amazing and very generous!! I'm sure Blake would think the same thing! This is just awesome news!

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  11. What a wonderful gift from "anonymous". I hope that he/she knows what a true blessing they are giving you and we're happy to help out with that with our comment. I have no doubt that Blake will bless your family and your community in ways that you can't even begin to imagine. We've done the scraping together of funds 4 times now. It's hard, but so very worth it. Saying a prayer that God will shower you with blessings of funds from your community as they see your adoption story!

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  12. I love how they captured you guys putting his crib together! Wonderful news story, and know that you are surrounded in praying bringing your sweet boy home! :)

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  13. Love your story! I will continue to follow and pray for you!

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  14. Great story!! You and your family are such an inspiration. If only every child at that orphanage had parents like you waiting to bring them home!

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  15. Amazing!! God bless you and your fundraising efforts to bring your cherub home! :)

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  16. Great story! Glad to see God providing for you!

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  17. I saw your post on RR and wanted to support you guys. God bless! Your little guy is absolutely precious!

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  18. I am get goosebumps every time I read one of your blog posts - your love for this little boy is amazing and pure. Praying...

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  19. Wonderful!!! I hope Blake will really understand some day how many people were praying for him and helped bring him home to his Mama!

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  20. Yay...what an awesome story. And I posted it too!!!!

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  21. Praying for you to have Blake home for Christmas!!

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  22. Our family loves little Blake and have prayed for him over the past year. So happy that he will finally have a family!!! We'll be praying for you on your journey~

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  23. What a loving gesture! Prayer can overcome many obstacles! I am sure you will reach your goal and bring this precious little boy home.

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  24. Just wanted to say great thing you are doing. Can't watch that channel but this is awesome!!

    www.justonemore4us.blogspot.com

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  25. Stopping by to support you :) What a wonderful gift this anonymous donor is giving!
    I followed Blake on RR from the time he was first listed. He is such a darling and I am so happy he now has a family coming for him! Can't wait to see him finally come home :)

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  26. Wow, what a story. Amazing to hear how the Lord is working.

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  27. God bless you in your journey!

    ~Jenni
    a fellow RR Mama! :)

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  28. Blake is such a sweetie! I remember noticing him before you committed; so glad he has a family. He is precious.

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  29. I love to see the news cover inspiring stories. Glad to see the Lord is blessing you for asking!

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  30. So happy this is happening for you! prayers headed your way!

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  31. Love the clip! How many comments can I put on here? :)

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  32. Blessings upon blessing to your family through this journey. :)

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  33. Amazing! Praying the time goes quick till you can bring your boy home.

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  34. I think this is one of the greatest things I've read in a while!!! Good luck on your adoption and keep up the faith.

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  35. Great news and encouraging progress!

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  36. Good luck and great story! Just got done with run for your momma race.

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  37. Praise the Lord for His Goodness! We will continue to pray over your growing family!

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  38. Awesome! I hope you can make it to 1000 comments in no time.

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  39. Here's to 1000 comments! :)

    Karen
    www.foreverfamiliesfororphans.blogspot.com

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  40. I hope you get a 1000 comments! What a generous donation. :)

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  41. I am Joshua and Tonya's Momma........just want you to know that I am so excited for you all!!!!!!! I just posted about you on my blog. I am asking my precious ladies to come over.........they are the best! Blessings to you and yours, so thankful that the Lord will do all you need to get him here!!!!!!!

    Blessings, Linda
    Prairie Flower Farm

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  42. B ~ Because

    L ~ Love

    A ~ And

    K ~ Kindness are

    E ~ Eternal

    Blessings to your dear family,

    B.

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  43. God's blessings to you ALL!

    Gail Blain Prather
    Hastings, Nebraska
    http://faithfulnessfarm.blogspot.com/

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  44. God will honor your effort to add Blake to your family .
    Your love for one of His Special Children will overcome all road blocks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


    Terry

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  45. Good luck, he is a lucky boy to have found you... as are all the children being adopted.

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  46. God bless you as you seek to take care of one of the least of these!

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  47. Can't wait to have Blake in our family.
    Love, Mimi and Papa Woods

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  48. Love and prayers to you all and your new little family member. There is no greater love than giving a child a home and loving parents. So happy for you all.

    Angie

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  49. Have Hillsboro connections from the past and have been praying in California! I'll spread the word!

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  50. Oh what a precious little boy. Bless you and your family for giving him a 'special' home.

    Blessings,
    xoxo Gert

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  51. This is so amazing! I hope to adopt from overseas in the future :) Good luck with little Blake! He is absolutely adorable!

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  52. Congratulations! I know that you and your family will be as blessed as Blake!
    Regina

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  53. Blessings on your adoption!

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  54. Loved seeing this! Can't wait to meet him!

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  55. Best wishes to you and your family! God is so great!!
    Tanyamiller6889@yahoo.com

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  56. Here's praying your little boy comes to know your great love for him, and the Father's love as well.

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  57. What a wonderful thing you are doing. Praying the LORD continues to bless you in every way.

    Cheryl
    (sent by Prairie Flower Farm)

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  58. I just viewed the video on KSN.com. I pray that little Blake will be home with you by Christmas.

    Jill in Gainesville, FL
    (sent by Prairie Flower Farm)

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  59. I thank the Lord for folks like you who are willing to receive the blessing of adopting the little one!

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  60. Praying for you and Blake!

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  61. You are a very special family to adopt one very special boy! My prayers he is home with you soon!
    Betsy in Arkansas
    (sent by Prairie Flower Farm)

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  62. What a special family, and such a wonderful little boy. I pray for you and your family to get Blake home in time for Christmas!

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  63. Prayers going up from MD right now for the family and for this precious child. Lord, please provide the money that they need and please help them to bring their child home. Putting this on my Facebook page and recommending it to everyone I know.

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  64. Just watched it at ksn.com. Great story! Praying for your family to see him home by Christmas!

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  65. God bless you as you adopt little Blake. May he add so much joy to your family and friends. We have 11 adopted grandchildren and we know the joy they can bring.

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  66. What a wonderful news story about your adoption journey, and how generous is that good neighbor of yours! Blake is such a darling little boy, and your two girls are both sweethearts - love the story of the lemonade stand. I hope it won't be long until Blake is with his "forever family".

    Very best wishes,
    Susan in Ky
    Cousin to 2 from U.

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  67. What a neat news story! So glad Blake will be a part of the Hillsboro community!

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  68. I too am adopted so I understand the blessing you are about to receive!! Hopefully he will at home w/ you soon!
    God's best to all of you!!
    ~ marilyn

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  69. Blessings over you!! I know the Lord will bring forth what is needed!!

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  70. Best wishes to you and your wonderful family!!

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  71. What a wonderful story! Good Luck!

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  72. This is so exciting! Blessings on your journey.

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  73. Good luck and God bless you on your sweet adventure :)

    (Sent from Linda at Prairie Flower Farm)

    Susan

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  74. This is so wonderful! God is so GOOD!

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  75. I follow Prairie Flower Farm blog and heard about you from Linda. I am praying you get your little boy. Blessings to you.
    Camille in Tx.

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  76. I'm so happy to contribute a comment and thankful that there are generous people who will share their lives with someone who needs them. I have two adopted brothers. It is a divine plan! God bless your family.

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  77. Best wishes and many blessings to you and your family. All children need loving homes! ♥♫

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  78. Great to hear your story again.

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  79. THANK YOU FOR TAKING BLAKE INTO YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR HEARTS. GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU.

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  80. Hope your little guy is home soon!

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  81. The King will reply, "I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me." Matthew 25:40.

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  82. We hope we get to spend time at Christmas with our new little nephew! What a blessing to share your story on television and be able to reach even more well-wishers! Love ya!

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  83. You and your family are so inspirational. So awesome to see the love you obviously already have for little Blake. Good luck on this journey and God bless!

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  84. Wow! What an amazing story! I am here from Prairie Flower Farm. I would love to adopt and am grateful that there are families like you who do it.

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  85. WOW, how wonderful !!!! God BLess you and your family !!!! I know HE will provide the way. Loved your story. xxoo

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  86. loved the story guys! had a blast at the reunion talking about hunting and what not with Jared and Jack :) i hope your dreams come true!

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  87. SPECIAL Hugs and LOTS of Prayers from Ohio!! Found out about your Wonderful lil' guy & all your Family & Community are doing to bring him Home....thru Prairie Flowers blog....Linda is a treasure!

    God BLESS you on this Journey....an for years to come!! :)

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  88. May God continue to reward your efforts!
    Kathy

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  89. Sending prayers and love to you as you are such an inspiration to many! Good luck and God bless!

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  90. FOund out about this from Prarie Flower Farm ~ what a blessing for your family... God is going to use you all in mighty ways! Blessings from South Dakota~

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  91. We know that all things work for good to those that trust in the Lord! Praise the Lord! Blessings to you and your family.

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  92. Yay God! Thanks so much for following His leading and sharing all His work with us! What an incredible answer to prayer! Loved the story and great work on the crib :)

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  93. I learned about your story through Amy's blog. God is so good!

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  94. I loved the story and the video! It was so nice to put a face with the emails. :)

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  95. Praying for you from Nashville, TN!

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  96. Amazing story and we will be praying that he will be home for the holidays. Can't wait to meet him!

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  97. Awesome!!! I am so happy for you guys!!! Have been praying for you guys that you get to bring that precious little boy home soon!!! The girls will just love him up. Prayers will continue to come your way!!! God Bless!!!

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  98. Hope you can bring your son home for the holidays.

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  99. I saw this story on KSN... Hope your dreams come true.

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  100. May the Lord bless your family abundantly so this little guy can come home soon!

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  101. It is a great story and I hope it all comes to fruition. I know how hard you guys have worked to make it happen.

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  102. Awesome story of a life being changed by the love of Christ in your hearts!

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  103. Hey Anna! I loved the story on Channel 3. Your love, compassion, and passion are an example of God's love for us all. We are very excited to meet Blake very soon! God Bless!

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  104. Praying that God moves all the mountains between you and your little guy!

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  105. Praying your baby boy comes homes to you soon! Such an amazing story!

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  106. you can't help having a full heart and teary eyes after reading through your blog and watching the video, best wishes for you all!

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  107. Such an amazing story and an amazing family! Blake is such a cutie. Praying that he comes home soon!!!!!

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  108. Amazing story! Can't wait to see what God does next!

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  109. coming over from delightful distractions. 'cry out to jesus' is playing in the background! love this song!

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  110. Best wishes to you and your beautiful family.

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  111. Blake is a sweet doll. Wishing you the very best from one RR mom to another! Beautiful story.

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  112. Prayers and blessings to your family...Love watching this miracle unfold... :)

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  113. Amazing!! How awesome is this! Can't wait to read stories about his homecoming!

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  114. I saw the story at www.KSN.com. Today our pastor preached on Colossians chapter 4 -- the list of credits. He talked about all the people who assisted Paul and did the thing that God gave each one to do. I think you are doing the thing God has for you to do and I applaud your faithfulness. Little Blake is getting such a blessing from God. What are the earthly chances for this unconditional love? Nada. The love that is flowing here is God's storehouse, from His agape love and He will see you through. You are on mission from heaven. What a wonderful adventure to embark upon! Blessings to you all. Brenda (never can get the profile thing to work).

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  115. Love and prayers to you and your family!

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  116. Thank you for continuing to share your story! It's always good to hear how this grand life adventure continues!

    Kristina Franz
    (Amy Klein's niece)

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  117. Good luck on your new adventure of adopting blake!

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  118. Praying God is working through you to reach others about Reece's Rainbow. Good luck!

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  119. WOW.....God is definitely good!!!

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  120. God bless & good luck!!!

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  121. So many awesome ways God has shown Himself. He is definitely in this endeavor. Praying for you that all the funds will come in quicker than expected.

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  122. I love your header and the Scripture quote. It is perfect. I am sending everyone over today. Love to you all! Anne

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  123. We love you guys and your faith and trust is God. Can't wait to meet Blake.

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  124. So excited for you all! Blake is a very blessed boy! Praying for you all, paperwork, travel, and smooth transitions! God bless you! Love, Steve and Angel Garrett

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  125. Praying for your family and little Blake. God Bless all you do!

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  126. I saw the news story. What a blessing! We just got back with our little one and we could not have asked for a sweeter boy! I will be praying for your guys. A huge thank you to whoever is donating for comments-what a wonderful cause!

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  127. Best wishes that you raise all your funds. Thank you for adopting!

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  128. It takes very special people to answer God's call and reach out to the orphans in need. God bless you!!

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  129. Praying for you all from NC!

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  130. May God bless you and your family as you work to bring Blake home!

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  131. So happy for you! This journey changes you, and just wait until he's home ;)

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  132. Many blessings to you on your journey!

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  133. I pray that when God answers your prayers, you will have a safe trip to Europe & a safe trip back bringing little Blake home. For I know God will answer your prayers & you will soon have your precious boy with you. May God bless you Woods family for what you are doing & the message of hope you are bringing! ~ Cassie G.

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  134. What an amazing story, God will bless you so much for what you are doing. We are praying for Blake as well as the rest of you.

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  135. God bless sweet Blake and God bless you for what you are doing.
    God is good!
    Rhonda

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  136. I am bummed I missed your story on TV, my kids would have been THRILLED to see a RR family on TV!! But I saw it online and it is wonderful! I hope we get to meet you in Wichita at the Buddy walk! ;)

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  137. Take Care! We've adopted 7, 5 have special needs. It is a long, crazy adventure but with God at your side we'll brighten some lives!

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  138. Another $1 closer! Blessings to you.

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  139. Praying for your family as it grows! What an awesome gift!

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  140. Great story! We have adopted 12! Praying for your family!

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  141. Hope you can bring Blake home soon!

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  142. Just read your story tonight in a few weeks old Hillsboro paper and then saw this on Facebook tonight! May God richly bless you!! :)

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  143. So excited for all the wonderful blessings! Our sweet daughter Athena has changed our lives in miraculous ways. She is the light of our lives! We can't wait to hear about your growing family. God bless you!

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  144. Praying your sweet guy comes home soon!

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  145. He is beautiful. Here's to another dollar closer! God bless you and God bless those who donated so you can bring your precious baby home!

    ~Cristy (Newton, KS)

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  146. Supporting you with a comment. Blessings!

    Michelle

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  147. Sending thoughts and prayers. God bless you and your family!

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  148. Another dollar closer to bringing your baby home.

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  150. Hope and pray you get the money you need to bring him home!

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  151. God bless Blake and your family!

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  152. Our family loved watching your interview on channel 3! Praying daily that the paperwork and whole adoption process goes smoothly and you will bring Blake home soon!

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  153. Praying for you all...may God bless you!

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  154. You have our Oklahoma prayers.

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  155. Reece is going to be one BLESSED little guy to be coming HOME to your family! You all are in my prayers as you journey through this adoption...

    God Bless You!
    ~Jenna

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  156. Both of my children are adopted so adoption is VERY close to my heart. God will bless reece and you as you walk this journey together. One fundraiser idea we did was ask our church for garage sale donations. WE held 3 garage sales and raised $3,000. Email all your local friends and ask for their Goodwill donations. It helped in a BIG way! Be blessed.

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  157. Prayers for your family and little one!

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  158. I've been on a summer blogcation but have come out for a couple new babies. Ya just can't resist somethin' cuter than a box of puppies ya know.

    Thank you so much for sharin' this precious little life with us an givin' us the opportunity to help in some way.

    My prayers are with this blessed little one and his family.

    God bless you for this and have a glorious day!!! :o)

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  159. I'm always thankful for those who adopt. Many family members of mine had a better life because of adoption, including my mom. I hope you hold that little boy in your arms soon.

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  160. God bless you and your open arms! Hope Blake will be in them soon!

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  161. Prayers go out to your family! God IS faithful!!

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  162. Good luck with your adoption!

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  163. Glad things seem to be going well with the adoption process. Please let us know everything we can do to help!

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  164. Praying for your family through this process! Have you heard of Stephen Curtis Chapman's organization ShowHope?
    http://www.showhope.org
    They help with adoptions.
    In His Love, The Peek Family, Overland Park, KS

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  165. Adding to my previous post...Here is the link for adoption grants from ShowHope...
    http://www.showhope.org/adoptionaid/adoptiongrants.aspx

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  166. What a blessing! Best wishes to you as you walk through this journey.

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  167. Many blessings and prayers from Texas.

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  168. What a precious little one ;) :) This is a great idea and thanks Channel 3 for helping out this family :) :) Love and hugs from Oregon, Heather :)

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  169. This is a great idea, and what a great neighbor.

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  170. Hoping to help you with your fund raising and bringing your sweet little one into a forever family.

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  171. How wonderful! It's so amazing what prayer can do. I'm so excited for you guys and hope that you reach 1000 comments!

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  172. I love the testimony surrounding this! I will keep praying for your family.

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  173. May God richly bless you and your family!! Such a wonderful blessing you will be to a very special child! He's adorable. You are an inspiration. Our prayers go with you as you raise money, wait, and travel, and then as you transition to life with your new little son!

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  174. What a wonderful story! May God continue to bless you and give you endless encouragement! And may He be glorified through it ALL!! :)

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  175. Best of luck and best wishes in your journey!!!

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  176. What a blessing! Pray you receive all the help you need!
    Jessica

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  177. Sometimes there are decisions that are right just because they are right. Your family is truly inspiring. Blake is a blessed little boy. Praying for favor with all those forces in authority so that this adoption goes smoothly!

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  178. Great story! Blake is so blessed to have you as his family and he will certainly enrich your life.

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  179. It's good to know there's still alot of well-intentioned people who can also execute those intentions. Best of luck, you're in my prayers.

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  180. Wishing you and your family the best. What a truly amazing story!!!!

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  181. It was a great story! Can't wait to meet him!

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  182. God is amazing. Best wishes to you and your family.

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  183. May God continue to bless you and keep you, making a way for this to come about. God is so good and His timing is perfect. PLT
    Mrs. J and Miss J.

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  184. I didn't watch the broadcast, but I saw your story on ksn.com. I hope that counts to your anonymous angel! Adoption has touched my life in immeasurable ways, as an adoptee, a birthmother, and now guardian of a little boy that we hope to adopt soon. Bless you and your family!

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