Adding and Subtracting

Since springtime, we have had two sweet additions to our family.  

The addition is temporary, and we do not know the duration.    

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Yet,

for a little while we were sad for ourselves,
having to say quick goodbyes.
Even so,
we held on to a great hope
 that these little additions were adding to another family's joy.   

And, 
add they did.
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Now,
Summer is upon us and with the brighter days
more sunshine pours into our home
with the occasional thunderstorms that often accompany
summertime heat.
Adding to that brightness
(and occasional storms)
are the same "littles" who are back with us
for that unknown temporary time period.

We are learning more and more what it means to take everything
"one day at a time",
learning more and more to trust in God for the
best things for His children.
Do we question?
yes.
Do we wonder?
yes.
Does He answer us with peace?
Patiently
and
beyond our understanding!
There has been adding and subtracting and adding again.
Pain, hope, sadness and joy
ebb and flow
in this sphere that is foster care.

We ride this ride holding on to a Father who knows all the hills and levels,
and he holds us with a steady and strong grip,
ever faithful to
His promises,

ever faithful
to His children.