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the really big winnas…

The short version:

Pottery Barn Kids $50 gift card – WINNER #1735, Angel R.

iPad 2 – WINNER # 345, Barbara G.

Nikon D90 or Macbook laptop – WINNER # 874, Kristi M.

Congratulations to you guys! Leave me a comment or email me for details on how to get your loot!

The long version:

No laughing at the goofy face I make when I’m nervous. What can I say, I was nervous.

Or my double chin. Unfortunately, there is no way to hide the double chin on video. Or at least I haven’t found it yet.

Make an on-line slide show at www.OneTrueMedia.com

But double chins and nervousness aside… we are, more than anything, so, sooooo grateful.

We truly have felt So Loved on this journey to bring Poppy and Esther home.

So thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for your prayers. Your generosity. Your support.

It means so much more to us than you’ll ever know.

For God so loved the world,
that He gave His only begotten Son,
that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish,
but have everlasting life.

John 3:16


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05.09.11 · so loved 26

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  1. Jill says

    May 9, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    Congratulations to the winners! And wow, your children are so darn beautiful. 🙂

    Jill

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  2. Suzanne Rowe says

    May 9, 2011 at 8:52 PM

    I’m sure this is posted somewhere…I just can’t find it. 🙂
    What is the latest on the donations??? Just so curious!

    Praying these girls HOME!
    Blessings,
    Suzanne Rowe

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  3. Solitare says

    May 9, 2011 at 9:06 PM

    Congratulations to the winners! Thanks you so much for allowing us to be a part of bringing your girls home!

    Reply
  4. Lisa Arndt says

    May 9, 2011 at 9:12 PM

    OK…the kids are adorable–seriously! Isabelle was sweeet!!!

    NOW–on to China you go! Come on paperwork!

    Reply
  5. Danae says

    May 9, 2011 at 9:23 PM

    Congrats to all the winners…Vivi “digging” for the winner was adorable!

    Reply
  6. Kim from 3 peanuts says

    May 9, 2011 at 9:52 PM

    Stef….you do not look goofy. AT ALL! You look as cute as can possibly be. And what a treat to see the little girls dig in there. Congratulations tot he winners. But really your family is the big winner….you get to bring Poppy and Esther into your loving family. Blessings.

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  7. 5ennie says

    May 9, 2011 at 11:26 PM

    Not goofy at all, and I didn’t see a hint of double chin! Job well done 🙂
    Congrats to all the winners!

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  8. Andrea T. says

    May 9, 2011 at 11:53 PM

    Double chin?!?! Pssft are you kidding me?
    You could be like me and have a “double Butt”…Im just sayin’..
    Congrats to the winners!

    Reply
  9. Kim says

    May 10, 2011 at 12:01 AM

    Goofy? How about gorgeous!
    Seriously … it was so fun to hear your voice. Have you ever met someone that just gave off that glow … that radiance of Christ living IN THEM? That’s you girl!
    And those precious girls help a little too! Congrats to the winners and thank you for allowing US to be a part of a double miracle.
    Not all our husbands have said YES again. Somehow joining in your joy sustains my hope!
    Love & Blessings from Hong Kong,
    Kim

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  10. tish says

    May 10, 2011 at 12:14 AM

    you’re the cutest. in the world.

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  11. Connie says

    May 10, 2011 at 12:28 AM

    Congrats to the winners! That was the most awesome drawing I’ve ever seen, including your girls! And congratulations on such an amazing fundraiser – thank You, Jesus!!!

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  12. Amy Meeker says

    May 10, 2011 at 12:38 AM

    I didn’t see anything goofy of a double chin of any kind. I feel the same way about myself. We gotta give ourselves a little more love! Seriously! It was a treat to see the girls draw the names. Congratulations winners!!!!

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  13. Kateri says

    May 10, 2011 at 1:20 AM

    Didn’t see a goofy face, double chin, or my name….but so happy to see you and your girls “in action.” Now, next time, pick me 😉 You guys are the best…thanks for sharing your family with all of us!!!

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  14. Jean says

    May 10, 2011 at 1:35 AM

    I didn’t win BUT I loved watching the video!! I am as happy as if I had won!! Loved seeing you and your 3 cuties pick the winners!! Thank you for letting us be part of the fun!!

    Blessings on your journey to your 2 babies!!

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  15. Maureen Wagner says

    May 10, 2011 at 1:37 AM

    Congrats to the winners!!!! Blessings to your family Stefanie!

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  16. erika says

    May 10, 2011 at 2:03 AM

    such a treat to see you and 3 of the girls!! thanks for sharing that with us!! 🙂 can’t wait to see the two newest girls come home!

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  17. Football & Fried Rice says

    May 10, 2011 at 2:31 AM

    that was so, so sweet! Congratulations to the winners – but the real winners? Esther & Poppy. And YOU. Beautiful, (not double chinned) you!!!! Absolutely can.not wait for you to get those babies home!!!!!!

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  18. Bridget D Smith says

    May 10, 2011 at 4:10 AM

    Precious! Praying as you go forward!!! GODspeed dear one !!!

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  19. TanyaLea says

    May 10, 2011 at 5:04 AM

    awwhhhh, I’m SO happy for all the winners… but especially Kristi! 🙂 I heard her laptop was on its last leg, so this is great timing for them… especially with their own upcoming travels to China! YAY!!!!!!!!

    Great video, Stef… it’s fun to hear your cute accent and see those sweet babies of your’s in action! That Vivi is just too cute. They ALL are! Can’t wait until the day you are posting video of Poppy and Esther, too!

    Hugs,
    Tanya

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  20. Chris says

    May 10, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    How exciting!!!

    Congrats to the winners!!! 🙂

    BTW, you and your girlies are adorable!!!

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  21. Patty Mears says

    May 10, 2011 at 2:48 PM

    You DO NOT have a double chin……you are absolutely beautiful as is each and every one of your children. I love your blog.

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  22. Diane says

    May 10, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    Nice, rockin’ to Natalie Grant!!

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  23. Kristi says

    May 10, 2011 at 7:00 PM

    Watched the video twice. One question ~ what double chin? You looked great (as ususal) and your girls are just darling. Vivi digging was so adorable!!! (and it makes it even that much more sweet that she drew my name)
    I’m so happy for you guys that you were so amazingly blessed!
    Can’t wait to be reading here about your travels!

    Reply
  24. Sarah says

    May 10, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    Congrats to the winners :-)! Your girls are so stinkin cute!!

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  25. Amy says

    May 11, 2011 at 12:07 AM

    Congrats to the winners! Thank you for sharing the video that was a prize in itself. Ya’ll are just beautiful and I missed the double chin!
    Can’t wait to follow you to China for those two precious girls!

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  26. Melissa Schismenos says

    May 11, 2011 at 1:42 AM

    I’m sitting here crying like a little baby. I am so happy for you and your family. The girls are beautiful, and that little Vivi digging in with her little hands is too cute! Still praying for all of you.

    Reply

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