and so it begins...

this week it will be five years. five years since we decided that we wanted to add a third person to our family. however, we've found that adding that third person doesn't always go as planned and sometimes plans require adjustments. so, after five years with no answers to the question "why not?" we finally have one and we feel fortunate. all marriages have those testing and trying issues that really refine you as a husband or a wife and this has been one for us. it's made us stronger, more in love, more sure of each other, and now more confident in our decision and for that we feel fortunate. not everyone gets to have those moments in their marriage and some are unwilling to acknowledge them. we know that the last five years have prepared us just a bit more for the unknown that is parenting. and soon, we'll get to experience that first hand. soon, we hope, we'll adopt a baby. so, we're in the middle of applications, finger-printing, credit checks, doctor's referrals, home inspections, pet vaccinations (yes. you read that right), classes, and essay questions--you know-- just the normal stuff that all expectant parents and FBI hopefuls go through. we are thrilled to share this journey with all of you and are so thankful you're willing to take it with us! exciting things are in store