Filling My Backpack
More than once in my life I have been asked if I ever wanted to find my biological parents, and if so, why? People have said “You have a family, aren’t they enough? Why do you need to find these... Continue reading →
Adoption
Teach Our Children Well
Teachers have the power to change lives. Really. They have the power to guide, to inspire,to nurture. Teachers have an impact on their students not just in the 180ish days they have them in class, but forever. That impact can... Continue reading →
Celebrate The Hell Out Of It
Yesterday was my birthday. If you know me in “real life” you know how much I LOVE my birthday. I’m like a kid. I look forward to it, and as soon as the calendar flips to March, I pretty much... Continue reading →
Missing Pieces
Growing up, I always knew I was adopted. There was never any real pain, or strong emotion connected to my status as an adoptee. I mean, of course, there were the underlying abandonment issues, but really understand those feelings, or where they came from until I was older. Continue reading →
‘Tis the Season for Family! Adoption – Adopt US Kids
The holidays are here! This time of year we focus so much on spending time with our families, and loved ones! This year, our little family will spend Christmas morning at home, and then head out to New York the next day to visit our extended family. There will be gifts, and music, food and games. But, most importantly, there will be the love that we share, and the wonderful feeling of being together as a family. Continue reading →
If You’re Reading This…
This is an open letter to my biological mother, if she's looking for me, if she finds me here, if she's reading this. Continue reading →
Questions About Adoption
I am often asked questions about adoption by people who are pursuing or considering adoption as a way to grow their family. The questions are usually the same over and over, and the the answers sometimes come as a surprise... Continue reading →