My wife and I have had several opportunities to care for babies each in a unique set of circumstances. These are cases that we cannot give too many details because of the legal situation that surrounds the innocent child.
The little one that we have been caring for these last 6 months will possibly be returning to her parents soon. It does not seem like the correct direction that the welfare agency is taking but we trust that God is in control and has been using this time to do some solid work in the hearts of her parents.
I sometimes in these situations have thought why invest so much time into a life that I know will be taken from me and placed in an environment that I would not choose, if the choice were mine. Better maybe to just let life take its course and not get involved. If I were to make an investment of my hard earned money and time I would like to have much to do with that decision process.
In the case of this little girl my wife and I have invested in her our whole heart, and much of our time. We have seen many of those so wonderful special moments such as forming words, especially mama and papa, seeing her take her first steps, getting those bursts of joy when we appear, laughter, and the heart touching hugs.
I have come to the conclusion that investing Love is indeed something that we can give to others and it will never loose value, but rather grow and grow into an excellent investment. Soon we may never see her again here on this earth but we know that we will always be somewhere there in her heart.
Many blessings to you all and have a wonderful Springtime!
