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We are so thankful for the countless prayers, the concerns on our behalf, and the words of encouragement. We know God has a fabulous adventure for us. Follow along with us as we embark on this journey to pick up Max! Here is what is what the Unruhs are doing daily in Hungary:

Saturday, September 10, 2011

Max Janos

Cute. Animated. Active. Friendly. Chatty. Who does this sound like? There does seem to be a family resemblance to his daddy. We left our flat at 8:30 this morning, drove 2 hours to meet our social worker, and then almost another hour to see Max. To our amazement, he was very prepared to meet us. The caseworker said that he was telling everybody in town he was going to live in America with his new mommy and daddy (and that's how we were introduced right away). We spent about 2 hours together as he showed us his toys (LOVES cars) and his neighborhood. He seems healthy and every bit the three-year-old in activity and speech. Tired tonight and definitely daunted by the days ahead. Max seemed very comfortable with us and we with him--definitely a connection. We think he's our little guy alright! Knowing that tomorrow is 9/11, we are struggling not to be in the States with you all on such a significant anniversary. Please know that we are praying with you, and again, thanks for all the encouragement on the posts--they are a life-line.
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11 comments:

  1. AndreaSeptember 10, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    Made. My. Day. You've found each other...congratulations!
    AJ

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  2. CathySeptember 10, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    How wonderful that little Max is eager for you to be his mommy and daddy! You must be relieved and excited! As for being tired now....just wait until you get home! :-)

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  3. BetsieSeptember 10, 2011 at 1:20 PM

    My face hurts from smiling! Been praying since waking up for this connection and you three! Thank you Jesus for this gift! Speechless and excited... David and Betsie

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  4. enessSeptember 10, 2011 at 1:32 PM

    What an answer to prayer! It sounds like everything was better than anyone could have asked or imagined...so like our God. Can't wait to hear more. Love to you all!

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  5. UnknownSeptember 10, 2011 at 3:46 PM

    LOVE IT!!! And, I cannot believe it! I was expecting to hear about a reserved, shy little guy (ahem - family resemblance, Ang!?). What a wonderful way to meet. Seems too good to be true, but ditto what Eness said. Every good and perfect gift comes from the Father of heavenly lights.
    Praising Him with you!

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  6. Dave and Marion UnruhSeptember 10, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    This is such amazing and exciting news! Only the Lord could have orchestrated all of this! Our prayer this morning was for an instant bond or connection between you two and Max -- and he, with you both. What an astounding answer!

    Mom and Dad (Marion and Dave)

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  7. AnonymousSeptember 10, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    Had tears of joy over your news today!! We are so grateful for God connecting your hearts with Max's. Just love it!! Can't wait to hear more about him and we will continue to pray for your time together over these next days and weeks.

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  8. Lisa and JoeSeptember 10, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    Keith shared the news with me at church tonight. Same response as Ros - tears of joy! What a gift to have the surprise of Max's joy over getting to meet his mommy and daddy! Can't wait to meet him and to see you all together as a family! We missed you tonight at service (beautiful) but so grateful for the day you had meeting your boy! We love you!

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  9. Sue RosecransSeptember 11, 2011 at 7:10 AM

    Excited for you both...service last night was beautiful, perfect tone, can imagine how hard to be away today.Life is so bitter sweet.The sweet being there yet also missing being here. Again service was so good. So glad you have made the connection you and so many have prayed for. Will continue to pray for health, safety, and having a blast being with your little guy!!!

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  10. AnonymousSeptember 14, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    I am overjoyed by this post!!! LOVE the "definate connection" part!!! To God be the glory!

    Michael Poorman

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  11. AnonymousSeptember 21, 2011 at 9:39 AM

    Exuberant tears of joy for you three upon reading this post! We're behind but catching up and reading each post with ravenous attention. Thinking of you each and every day - and just wishing we knew Hungarian! May God's hand continue to be present as it has so steadfastly been thus far. All our love! Mark and Kimberly

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