Trevor’s mom sent me the following poem on the day we passed court, and I’ve been wanting to post it ever since. Yesterday Trevor emailed me this photo from their adventures in the capital city, and I knew it belonged with the sweet words Niko’s Gran penned for him.
You spoke to me in words I could not understand
And told me of a distant promised land.
You said you’d take me there and make me your own son.
I don’t know why you did it but I’m your special, chosen one.
I really hadn’t known that I was in great danger
But you came and rescued me – yes, me, a total stranger!
You promised me a future where I’d never be alone.
I don’t know why you did it but you claimed me as your own.
No longer an orphan! I can’t believe it’s true.
Everything is different and everything is new.
I’ve got so much to learn now, and I’m no longer lost.
I don’t know why you did it but you saved me at great cost.
No longer an orphan! Life will never be the same.
I’m part of a family; I’m called by a new name.
You showered me with good gifts and showed me that you care.
I don’t know why you did it but you’ve made me your heir.
I looked into your gentle face and saw the way you smiled.
I knew that it was only love that makes me now your child.
I know now why you did it and I know it’s really true
That you love me ‘cos you love me ‘cos you love me ‘cos you do.
How blessed and loved is this little boy? I am so thankful that he has had this precious time to get to know his Gran and Grandad.
So sweet!!!
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How we miss you right now! Really wish we could be closer. Grateful for the closeness that our unity in our Lord brings. Praying for you much. I am sure Niko’s smile gets bigger in every picture 🙂
What a perfect poem! So special!!!
Absolutely beautiful! What a treasure.
Beautiful Poem!!!
I’m just a prayerful mom who follows RR adoptions and I just want you to know how special it has been to read of your journey. Your little darlings are going to love that sweet boy to death and I pray God’s richest blessings on your family as you begin your adjustments. He has changed so much just since you sprang him from the orphanage…what a blessing to behold. God, You are good, and You doest good!!!
3 John 4
Laurie Sparks
It’s hard to write trying to see through my tears — that poem is so filled with love — both God’s love and yours! Thanks for sharing that — as well as the rest of your heart-tugging story, Jodi!
Man, this is a teary weekend! What sweet, thoughtful words. I’m glad that I got to meet Elaine at SG-what a sweetheart. I’m heading to bed with tears in my eyes and a smile on my face, knowing that Niko is HOME in his new little bed, loved by a family more than he could imagine!