2.01.2010

A Big God

Thank you for your prayers for precious Mia. Since lunch time today we have seen a total transformation. When she skipped into the lobby to meet our guide, Sherry, for lunch Sherry looked at me and said, "What did you do?" She couldn't believe how happy she was given her difficult morning. I answered by saying, "I prayed." She looked at Mia and said, " You got BIG God."


Yes I do. Yes I do.

While we realize the days ahead will be full of steps forward and steps backward, we are thankful to see a glimpse of Mia's true personality today. Enjoy the pics.

Jen









She wrote these math problems on her own. She even made the little boxes for the answers. When she is done she puts a check mark for each one. Mrs. Upright, I think she'll have no problem with kindergarten math!!!










25 comments:

Our family said...

Hey aunt Jen,uncle Bobby,and Mia, The pictures look great.I am sooooo happy she is smiling and feeding uncle Bobby.Love Katie and Family

Anonymous said...

Jen, I have been keeping up with your blog and am so happy to see those smiles!! Tell Mia Mrs. Upright can not wait to meet her! Yes, I believe she will do just fine with kindergarten math :) Continue to keep us posted!

Lisa

Pam said...

Mia's big smiles are a precious sight to see! And yes, our God is BIG!

Anonymous said...

We love those smiles on Mia's face! It really melts your heart doesn't it? It also reminds of that God is so good...Sending more prayers your way for the days to come. Enjoy each phase of this bonding and try not to worry...I know you well Jen...Love you guys.
Tammy, Anna, Harrison

Allison said...

Adorable!! I am so happy to hear things are settling down. She looks so happy!

Sharon said...

What a sweet, sweet smile!

Anonymous said...

It is with tears of thanksgiving that I read your comments and look at your pictures! It is such a beautiful picture of God and all the good that He has and IS!!!!
Much love to you all .
Christy, Cecil and Olivia, Sophie and Ella

Jennifer O'Cain said...

It is great to see her happier, there will be more and more of those days and less sadness.

Our Lily was the same way about math, she still does math problems all the time, she loves it!

Blessings-

Selina said...

Her smile is beautiful!!! So happy to hear that she is doing better. Lifting your family in prayer.

Blessings~
The Smith family

Mario and Lisa said...

Her smile is absolutely beautiful! Yes, our God is big! Praising Him for his faithfulness today!
Lisa (CWA mommy)

Anonymous said...

Aunt Juju is glad Mia loves her purse!! What a beautiful smile she has!! God is so good!!

Love, Julie

Our family said...

Hey Aunt Jen,
I'm so happy that she is smiling and starting to bond with ya'll!I'm praying for ya'll!
love ya,
Shelby B.

Anonymous said...

Tears come to my eyes every time I see her picture!! She is so precious!! God is GREAT!

Rusty and Heather

Sherry said...

Love the pictures. Praying for you all. Be safe.
(((HUGS)))

Anonymous said...

She's so beautiful!!! God is truly awesome indeed. Hope you guys have gotten adjusted and caught up on your rest. The pictures make me cry. So very proud of you guys. Love ya much. Keep posting more when you can.

Kerri Fraley

James Inman said...

We do worship a Big God!! Your post brought tears to my eyes. We continue to pray for all of you. I am glad to see such joy in Mia's eyes.

Kristi said...

Amen to Sherry's comment ~ we do serve a big God. Praying that He will continue to reveal Himself in BIG ways!
so glad to see the smiles!

Anonymous said...

BIG GOD no doubt!!! A person need only follow this story to see just how BIG GOD is. How is Big Daddy Buddah Barbee holding up?

Rodney & Sherry

kimberly said...

She is precious! What a blessing! Love keeping up with ya'll and praying for you all daily.
Love, The "Belk Lady"

Elaine said...

Jen, She is BEAUTIFUL!! What a big God we serve! I'm praising Him for His miraculous work in her heart and will continue to pray for bonding for her with you and Bobby. She has a wonderful smile! I know she has daddy wrapped around her little finger already:) Elaine

Denise Chapman said...

What a beautiful child she really is! That is the most precious smile. Bobby, you know me, as I read the blog daily I must make sure that no one is coming in the office because you know I sit here and cry over such a precious pictures....How is the buddah figure? We continue to lift your family up in our prayers and can see God answering them daily as we read the blog and see the pictures.

In Christ Love,
Denise

Karen said...

I love the pictures. I know her heart is sad to be away from her foster family but she looks so happy and at ease with you two. I know that in time, she will have complete peace. God is so good. Still praying for you all.

Anonymous said...

Jennifer,
Soooooooo happy for your family. Mia is absolutely beautiful. We will continue to keep your family in our thoughts and prayers. Yes, we do have a BIG God.

Michelle W.

Emily Rose said...

Hi Barbee family! My name is Emily Rose and I am a friend of Shelby and Katie Bryant. They shared with me the concerns and praises you all had about Mia and we have been praying together for the safety and acceptance of your beautiful new daughter. We are continuing to praise our Big God for what He is doing in your family. I will continue to pray for you all.
In Christ and for His glory,
-Emily Elizabeth Rose

Jeanette said...

Precious pictures! Yes, we do serve a BIG GOD! Amen sister!!!