Every year on my birthday, when asked to make a wish, I would close my eyes and secretly hope to be adopted into a family. I saw some of my friends get adopted during the 11 years I spent in the orphanage, but I didn’t think that wish would ever come true for me because most people would only adopt 1 or 2 children – not 3. When I was 15 years old, however, I was so surprised when told that my brother and sister and I were going to be adopted by a family in America. We were very excited.
Since being adopted, I have learned about Jesus and the sacrifice He made for me. My favorite verse has become Jeremiah 29:11 because it describes the hope I now have of a future with Him. All of the proceeds from these bracelets I make and sell will go to orphans (either to be used for family friends' adoption fees, mission trips specific to orphans, or sent directly to orphanages). I would love for God to use me in giving other orphans a hope and a future.
Thank you for visiting my site and checking out the bracelets. If you would like to order one, just email me at pavlinarowe@gmail.com and let me know which one you would like. Each bracelet set costs $10 and I can mail it to you for an additional $2.
You're an amazing young woman, Pavlina, and God does indeed have amazing plans for you! When I was your age, I couldn't imagine the life God would set before me. Still, He lets us choose whether we want to live His story or another. Keep following God's design for your life, Pavlina! I have a feeling it's going to have an impact that you can't imagine now. I know you have impacted our lives, including the 5 we are adopting. And we're so grateful to know you!
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Brooke Lusher