I've been grieving all day for the Chapman family in the loss of their precious daughter, Maria. I read my email right before I left the house this morning and two of my friends had sent me an article about her death. I got in the car and called Olvie. We both cried, she prayed, and I was glad I had talked to her. My heart is just breaking for this close-knit family. I think it is an understatement to say that the Chapmans' are revered in the adoption community. Not just because they adopted three beautiful little girls from China, but because they have spread the word about the blessing of adoption, and their Shaohannah's Hope Foundation helps families finance their adoptions. I have read so many articles about their adoption journey and heard them on the radio numerous times, so it is as if you really KNOW this family. I even have Mary Beth's blog bookmarked that I look at from time to time because it is so sweet and personal. My prayers are with this family, especially the brother. God be with them...
