It's funny how a few days of warm sunshine, fresh salty air and sounds of the ocean can really close all those open tabs in your head. It slows your mind down and makes you aware of things that matter and things that need attention. My daughter Liv loves the ocean, the sand in… Continue reading The beach…
A young girl finds herself pregnant. The year could be anywhere between 1940's-1970's. She is unmarried. She is scared. If her parents know, she is sent away to a home for unwed mothers...a home filled with strangers. A home run by nuns. A home filled with other pregnant girls. No support of family. But sent… Continue reading Your Mother’s Secret…
Yesterday wrapped up November...National Adoption Month. Today is the first day of December - a month of family celebrations. I thought today was the perfect day to post my last interview in the series. I'd like you to meet a wonderful young man who's birth mom chose adoption for him and was raised by… Continue reading Meet a birth son…
I would like to introduce you to my dear friend Kim. We have been friends for over 10 years and both celebrated our big 5-0 this year. I remember the first time we met - over creativity and laughter - the 2 things that define both of us. We had an instant bond. Over… Continue reading Kim…an adoptee
Lee Michaels is a radio host on AM 980 The Mission out of the Twin Cities, he is also a husband, a brother, a father, a friend....and an adoptee. I have know Lee for a few years now and we often talk adoption since it is a commonality in our lives. I thought it… Continue reading Lee…radio host and adoptee
I am part of a couple groups on Facebook....2 are for birthmothers. I cam across Alexis...she made a video about her story. I was touched by it and wanted to share it with all of you! Video story of a birthmother Thank you Alexis for letting me share your beautiful story with others. Being… Continue reading Alexis….birthmother
With all the people I know who have been touched by adoption, I am shocked by what people who don't understand have to say. Maybe it is lack of education on adoption, curiosity or just stupidity. I honestly don't know. Comments that are said, questions that are asked can hurt and open wounds that… Continue reading Adoption: think before you speak…
