There are many people in my life that have molded me and shaped me along the way. I would not be who I am without their influence, advice, help and friendship. One of these people, however, deserves a medal. She went above and beyond the call of duty over and over again even when I … Continue reading Day 27: She Deserves a Medal
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Day 26: Donut Therapy
Today is my last day about writing directly about adoption. Tomorrow I go back to random experiences and people that have helped lay the foundation of who I have become and who I hope to be. Adoption has had a huge impact on my life and it has been so good to remember the triumphant … Continue reading Day 26: Donut Therapy
Day 25: A Family of Four
We are a family of four . . . for now . . . I am not making any announcements. We do not have anything in the works, but if you have read the posts this week about adoption you know that our plans are not always what God's plans are, so we remain open. … Continue reading Day 25: A Family of Four
Day 24: The Adventure of Adoption
Adoption has taken me to new places, has allowed me to meet new people and has caused me to feel emotions like I had never felt them before. Adoption is intense. It is not for the faint of heart. That sounds like I'm bragging, "Look at us. We are so awesome. We did this really … Continue reading Day 24: The Adventure of Adoption
Day 23: Adoption is Unpredictable
Unpredictable is kind of a scary word and a perfect word to describe adoption. If something is unpredictable it means one is unable to determine an outcome, it is unreliable and unstable. Many parts of adoption feel this way. It is hard to tell if a situation is going to end in heartache or merriment. … Continue reading Day 23: Adoption is Unpredictable
Day 22: The Waiting of Adoption
Musician and apparent adoption expert, Tom Petty, said it best in his song "The Waiting," The waiting is the hardest part, Everyday you see one more card, You take it on faith, You take it to heart, The waiting is the hardest part The waiting of adoption or anything in life is brutal, especially for … Continue reading Day 22: The Waiting of Adoption
Day 21: 30 Days of Prayer
I wrote on Day 13 of the 40 Days to 40 blog about being called to adoption in 2006 on top of a mountain in Jamaica. It would be 5 years before Kevin would be certain of that calling for our family. Five years. Five years of miscarriages and attending baby showers. Five years of … Continue reading Day 21: 30 Days of Prayer
Day 20: Lessons of Loss
We are halfway through this Forty Days to Forty writing adventure! I have loved getting to write about some of the things that have impacted my life. Just the practice of consistently writing has been challenging and fun. I am excited to keep going after these 40 days are over. I don't think I can … Continue reading Day 20: Lessons of Loss
Day 19: Harry Has Our Hearts
My family has been captivated by several Harry's over the years. There was Harry from "Harry and the Hendersons". This Harry was a lovable Sasquatch that my family found hilarious. My family loved Harry Connick Jr, the actor and musician. His "When My Heart Finds Christmas Album" will always be played in my house at … Continue reading Day 19: Harry Has Our Hearts
Day 18: The Ins and Outs of In-laws
My in-laws are wonderful. I know I am truly lucky. I have heard stories from real life people and seen how in-laws are portrayed in the entertainment industry. Our life is not represented by the beginning of "Monster-in-Law" or any one of the "Meet the Parents" movies. I describe life with my in-laws as a … Continue reading Day 18: The Ins and Outs of In-laws
The Misadventures of a Late Blooming Introvert 