a bright light

Life is full of ups and downs.  I recently posted about our friend Doug, who is sadly and tragically losing his battle with cancer.  As he bravely faces the next few weeks while his family and friends rally to support him, our thoughts and hearts are with him.  Someone left his a message on his blog, and I think this is a really beautiful quote:

"People are like stained - glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in, their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within. "

- Elizabeth Kubler-Ross

As one light fades, another brightens.  We're so excited for our wonderful friends John and Paige, who have been on their journey to adopt a baby since the summer of 2008.  As all journeys go, theirs has been full of more ups and downs.  Last May, John fell and broke his hip and has since undergone two surgeries and weeks of physical therapy.  His most recent surgery was three days ago and everyone is hoping this will be the last. 
 
Their referral to adopt a beautiful baby boy from Korea finally came this past December 7th.  They'll be traveling to Korea to bring him home sometime in March.   These next weeks for them are going to filled with the sweet anticipation and preparation for starting the next chapter in their family.  We're so excited to meet Baby Carter and welcome him home!
 
As one light fades, another brightens.  And if you're lucky enough to feel the glow of someones' light, it can never go out.