Benefit Update

I wanted to let you all know that the benefit in honor of our son last night was a huge success! We were so blessed by the singers who came out to give us an uplifting, encouraging time. I found myself crying at the sheer talent that performed for us. Some day, I'll be able to say, "I knew them when..."

On top of that, the Lord used his people to bring in over $1000 last night. I was completely floored and overwhelmed. I never expected any amount even close to that. Not that I doubt what the Lord can do, I just didn't dream he would ever give us that much. We are almost 1/4 of the way to what we need to go and pick up our son.

Thank you to all who gave of their time, talent and finances last night and blessed us so wonderfully. Our family is praying the richest blessings to you and yours.

With love overflowing,

Diane

Cabaret Benefit Update

Hello Friends!

Here's the update on the Cabaret Benefit in our honor. It is this Saturday at the Christian Youth Theater main office. It begins at 6:30 pm. Admission is $5 with a love offering being taken as well.

I hope you can join us!

With love,

Diane

Burglary Update

Hello Praying Friends,

A Dectective from the Liberty Police Department called today and told me that that had found the box, envelopes and a few checks at a neighbor's house just up the street and around the corner from our home. Though it's wonderful news that we got the box and some checks back, he told me that the chances of him being able to solve our case is almost nil. He has no leads so there is really nothing more that he can do for us. He asked me if I had any idea who might want to do this. He said because they were so specific in what they took, it was probably someone we know. He will bring the box and checks by one day next week.

I'm not sure if anyone reads this, so I may just be writing my own thoughts down, but I am certain that someone out there knows something. The burglary is just more heartbreaking to think that someone we may know hurt our family in such a personal way. I am trusting the Lord to help me forgive this person. Not because they deserve it, but because it's what I'm to do as a Christian. I'm almost there.

My prayer is still that the Lord will receive glory for whatever comes of this. So far, nothing has come in from the community, and maybe nothing will. It is up to my Father in Heaven to fix this. No one else.

Diane

The Lord Works in Mysterious Ways (Duh!)

Today I talked on the phone to a man who had seen the interview I did on Channel 9. He was very kind and has offered to help us. He has a non-profit at his church that helps adoptive families. He'll call us back on Monday and let us know what he can do for us.

Before today, I didn't know anything about this man or his organization. That my Father allowed him to be involved with us is amazing. I am overwhelmed by all the unexpected love, prayers and support. I'm normally a litlle bit of a cry baby but this has made me so sensitive that I cry about all the kindness that has been shown to us.

If you plan on attending the Cabaret Benefit for our family, don't forget to mark your calendar for April 23. I'll update as I know more. Thank you to all of you working so hard to make this successful!

Love & Prayers,

Diane

If You'd Like to Help

There have been several people who have asked how they can help us. Below is the address where you can send or drop off checks or cash. Make checks payable to David and Diane Petersohn. We would also love for you to join us for our Cabaret Benefit (more details to come).

David & Diane Petersohn
c/o Avondale Baptist Church
2501 NE Parvin Road
Kansas City, MO 64117

Thank you so much for your compassion, love, and support of our family.

Love,
Diane

DENIS

CABARET BENEFIT (In the Making)

Recently our wonderfully talented friends started organizing a benefit concert to help us raise money! They have recruited SO MANY fantasticly talented people to perform in a cabaret style event. We have been so blessed not only by their emmense talents, but also by their wonderful hearts that love us so deeply. We have high hopes that this event will help gain back the money we have lost and then some. We know that anyone in attendance will be as equally blessed by these sensational young people. PLEASE check back in the next few days for all the details. We are praying for a successful event to bring our son home!