Through the Eyes of a 6-Year-Old

With permission from another adoptive mom, I'd like to share a conversation between her and her son, who has been home from China for almost 3 years.


Logan and I were looking at pictures of his time in China this morning. He
wanted to know about some of the children in the pictures—where they lived, who
they lived with. I could answer for some of them. I know where they've ended
up. For others, I had to say that they were still in China, particularly those
who still need sponsors. Logan's eyes filled with tears, and he asked, "When
are we going to go bring home another China boy? Or a China girl?"

When I told him that I didn't think we were going back to China again to bring
home another girl or boy, he immediately asked why. Taking a deep breath, I
tried to explain: "It costs lots of money. It takes lots of time. And Mommy
and Daddy have lots to do with you and Ryan and the big guys."

His response cut like a knife. "I'll work harder Mommy. I promise. I will
learn faster. Can't we please help another China baby? PLEASE? I will help
you so it's not as much work. I'll be a BIG helper!"

Such a tender heart. Such pure faith. And a depth of understanding that no 6
year old should have. My heart breaks today…for Logan, and for those still in
China."

Although neither Jim nor I are ready yet to jump full steam ahead into another adoption, I can say that God has opened doors to conversations that I NEVER thought would happen. I am struggling with the conviction that Logan is right and that I am simply selfish. So is Jim. We'll see where we go from here.


I have no words...no comments...about this young boy's wisdom...his priorities. I am just praying about what God has done and is doing in my own heart.

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