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Prayers...

Prayers are a funny thing. Just when you think no one is listening, they finally get answered. I have never doubted my faith, instead, faithfully believed and prayed--for people, change, and more recently for Chris, knowing that one day when my prayers were heard enough times and when the time was right, God would answer them. It was how I was raised. It seems as though my time has come for that answer. Timing is everything. Thank goodness. I just talked to Chris and what I have heard as a possibility for days, even weeks is going to come true. He is coming home---very early!!! Claire and I couldn't be happier. We are thrilled that he will be out of harms way, back in our house & back in our daily lives within a month or so. It is so much sooner than we ever could have imagined and hoped for, which makes it that much more incredible. Our prayers have truly been answered! Thank you to all who have faithfully prayed for his swift return and safety. Please continue to keep him in your prayers until he is back home. Ahhh, God is so good. I can't stop smiling...

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Anonymous said…
Oh Kara, I am crying now, this is such good news. Ihave been praying so hard for both of you.
God always answers prayers, and when I see the answer it just affirms everything I have learned in my walk of faith. Thanks so much for the news. My baby is on his way home and safely thus far. I will keep praying, even harder & more frequent now.
February 13, 2009 at 5:24 AM
Erin&Joshua said…
Kara this is such wonderful news! I too have been praying for Chris to remain safe and for his prompt return. Josh and I are both smiling from ear to ear. Please keep us updated - I volunteer to sit when you and Chris are ready for a very special dinner for two upon his return.
February 13, 2009 at 11:54 AM
Kara said…
Erin,
Although I appreciate your offer to babysit, I was thinking a dinner with friends would be more appealing. When are you available in late March? I was also debating a soiree of some kind--our house or at a restaurant/bar. You guys could come and spend the night/weekend, perhaps Mike and his girlfriend as well. I'll let you know.
Thanks for all your support. You are an awesome friend.
February 13, 2009 at 9:25 PM
Anonymous said…
What awesome news!! I'm so happy for you -- I was praying for him to come home early too because nobody should have to miss the birth of their baby. Take care!
Nicole
February 13, 2009 at 11:55 PM
Erin&Joshua said…
Just let me know which weekend and we will be there :) I would love to see the two of you (we've been so busy with my weekend work at the mountain that I have neglected my friends so much and spring is the time for revisiting).
February 17, 2009 at 11:31 PM
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