We are now the proud parents of Levi Cruz (Yared) and Sophia Belle (Degenesh)!
Author: My Cup Of Teach
I'm an elementary educator of fourteen years, mama of two fourth graders, wife of a soul man, and author of two children's books.
I love puns, walking Louisville's parks, seeing my family gobble up my meals (only a few so far...The Food Network is helping), and having folks over for good conversations about the Bible.
Writing is in my DNA. My mother and grandmother best expressed themselves through the pen. I feel connected to them as I write. It is my hope to reflect the image of our creative God through creative writing, something they both did so well.
November 1st it is!
Along with the whirlwind, came a week of uncertainty about our court date. It is official, people. We'll hop on a plane in 9ish days to become the parents of Levi Cruz and Sophia Belle! This blog ain't gon know what to do with all of these adorable pictures I'll be uploading when the judge… Continue reading November 1st it is!
Court Date: November 8th
In just a few short weeks, Degenesh (Sophia) and Yared (Levi) will be declared our children, if the Lord allows. This coming Monday the mothers will terminate their rights. My heart aches for them. Abayinesh and Chaltu, you are brave women who have chosen life for your children through adoption. May God give you peace in your… Continue reading Court Date: November 8th
Love at First Sight
One beautiful perk of adoption is getting a high-tech "ultrasound" of sorts. Last night we received photos of our sweet children. They are beautiful! Sophia Belle's birthday was June 26, 2010. Levi Cruz's birthday was November 30, 2009. If you would like to see them, send me an email: rebeccacedillo@gmail.com. I can give you a… Continue reading Love at First Sight
What’s in a name?
We are thrilled to announce the names of our children! Levi Cruz "joined to the cross" Levi means "attached or joined to." Levi will be ours forever, joined to our family by a covenant that can not be broken. We want him to be reminded of this certainty in his name. Cruz, his daddy's middle… Continue reading What’s in a name?
Firsts in the Mail!
We received a care package from our adoption agency, CCI, with our babies' first: stuffed animal, adoption picture book, and t-shirt. I also received my first ever Mother's Day card! Thank you, Cody and Kimberly! You made my month!
Just for Fun!
The picture we DIDN'T include in our paperwork for the Ethiopian courts. Weren't sure if they'd understand our sense of humor. But you do, so here ya go!
Wherever you are…God knows you.
Our paperwork is currently in Ethiopia. It's possible that we will get referrals for our children in the next few weeks, although it's a slim chance at this time. Wherever our babies are, in their mothers' wombs or in an orphanage, the Lord will bring them to us in His time. He knows them. He is their Creator.
Preparing a Place
"In my Father's house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you many be also."
Two Weeks
Our social worker, Sue, unexpectedly emailed us on Sunday, asking us to scan our dossier immediately. She left Monday with our dossier in hand (after we "waged war for our children's souls"-as Dom put it). It took a total of 6 hours in all (Sunday and Monday morning) to get the dossier to her. She… Continue reading Two Weeks
My Cup of Teach 