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We have finally entered IBESR!  The wait is on!!  What does that mean?  Our paperwork is in the system in Haiti and they can start considering us for a match!


We are expecting that this could take a while...up to 3 years!  However, God is in control and we are comfortable waiting for HIS Timing!


I have had several people ask if we were still fundraising.  We are continuing to fundraise.  We have an account set up with Life Song if you would like to make a tax deductible donation (https://mystory.lifesongfororphans.org/stories/called-adopt-2-maybe-3-kids-haiti/)!  We are applying for grants (we have received a couple :)  )!  We are trying to give everyone a break while we wait.  It is exhausting and humbling to ask people for money!!  We will have a large chunk of money due when we do get our match.  I have a few t-shirts left if anyone is interested, email me at tonyamfink@Gmail.com.


Shirts available $20 each:

Blue- 4 large, 3 medium, 1 youth xl & 3 youth smalls
Green- 4 large & 2 youth large

What is our next step?  Once we get a match, we will have our "bonding trip".  This is where we go to Haiti and spend 2 weeks with our children.  After that trip, the paperwork begins again and the wait to bring them home begins.  That could take up to a year!  I don't know how you do that.  Meet your kids and then leave them there for a year but, that is the process!


Please be praying for us as we wait.  Pray God will prepare our hearts and the hearts of our children!  Pray for finances.  Pray for safety for our kids.  


We'll let you know when we hear anything!  Thanks again for your continued support!  I am truly amazed to see how God has been working this all out!


Blessings,
Greg & Tonya


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